On 12/18/1979, the vessel MERCURY (Official Number 505327) was involved in a person seriously injured or killed - in contact with any part of the ship or its contents in WEST COAST-JOHNSTONE STRAIT-STEEP ISLAND,.

The vessel, with 8 persons on board, experienced the incident while engaged in regular operations. Fortunately, the ship was able to continue its voyage. No injuries or fatalities were reported, and there was none pollution.

This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 2/17/1980 . Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the SE at 10.00 knots.

2ND MATE STRUCK BY TOW WIRE WHICH JUMPED TOW PINS. Note: formerly OccNo : 9704-7