On 8/11/1997 , the vessel WESTERN RANGER (Official Number 516924) was involved in a risk of collision (near collision) - with another vessel or other floating object in MCMULLEN POINT, DISCOVERY PASSAGE, B.C.,.

The vessel, with 0 persons on board, experienced the incident while engaged in regular operations. There were 0 injuries and fatalities were reported, and there was none pollution.

Barge under tow of tug "Western Ranger" struck F.V. "Dreadnought" as tug attempted to avoid net that had been set in front of the vessel. Extensive damage to fishing vessel but no injuries.. Damage to the vessel was indicated as

Weather at the time was reported as clear. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 8/13/1997 .