On 7/12/2003 , the vessel MUSCRAT (Official Number 563237) was involved in a total failure of any machinery or technical system in BALLENAS ISLAND, B.C., BRITISH COLUMBIA (BC).
The vessel, with 2 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 7/24/2003 . Weather at the time was reported as rain with winds from the SE at 20.00 knots.
On 12 July, 2003, the U.S. F/V "MUSCRAT" reportedly broken down due to a problem with the fuel line, near Ballenas Island, B.C.