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. There were 0 injuries and fatalities were reported, and there was none pollution.

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.. Damage to the vessel was indicated as MINOR

Weather at the time was reported as rain with winds from the SE at 20.00 knots. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 7/24/2003 .