On 7/17/1989 , the vessel PATTI DIANE (Official Number 800179) was involved in a striking - allision with a fixed object (striking - includes berthed/docked vessels) in SABINE CHANNEL, STRAIT OF GEORGIA, B.C.,.
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 pollution.
This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 11/3/1989 . Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the SE at 10.00 knots.
VSL STRUCK A DEADHEAD,BATTERIES BROKE FREE,POKING A HOLE IN THE HULL Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-5-89