On 6/15/1997 , the vessel CHICHIGOF PROVIDER (Official Number 548742) was involved in a cargo shift/cargo loss - cargo lost overboard in EGG ISLAND, 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 minor pollution.
U.S. tug "OCEAN MARINER" towing laden container cargo barge from Seattle to Alaska lost 15 dangerous cargo containers overboard in vicinity of Egg Island. Tug unable to recover cargo and proceeded to Safety Cove for shelter.. Damage to the vessel was indicated as
Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the W at 15.00 knots. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 6/16/1997 .