On 3/7/1999 1, the vessel WESTERN MOON (Official Number 800005) was involved in a grounding - under power (non-intentional) in STIMPSON POINT, 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 pollution.

Fishing vessel went aground and listing heavily. Crew taken on board another vessel. Vessel refloated at high tide and towed to Alert Bay for minor repairs.. Damage to the vessel was indicated as MINOR

Weather at the time was reported as clear. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 3/8/1999 2.