On 7/6/1989 1, the vessel MIDDLE POINT (Official Number 661543) was involved in a grounding - under power (non-intentional) in 3 NM NORTH OF WESTSHORE TERM., PT ROBERTS, BC,.
The vessel, with 4 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 pollution.
This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 8/31/1989 . Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the NW at 5.00 knots.
HELMSMAN PASSED ON THE WRONG SIDE OF A RED CAN BUOY, GROUNDED Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-5-89