On 6/15/1992 , the vessel WINDFIELD (Official Number 715994) was involved in a grounding - under power (non-intentional) in AGNEW BANK, PORPOISE CHANNEL, B.C.,.
The vessel, with 27 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 1/5/1993 1. Weather at the time was reported as overcast with winds from the NW at 5.00 knots.
VESSEL GROUNDED ON AGNEW BANK. FREED BY TUGS. HYDRAULIC OIL FILTER: GASKET BLOWN OFF, PRESSURE DECREASED RAPIDLY.