On 11/20/1988, the vessel EMPIRE 50 (Official Number 801018) was involved in a grounding - under power (non-intentional) in ENTRANCE TO THE NORTH ARM FRASER RIVER, B.C.,.
The vessel, with 0 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 6/1/1989 1. Weather at the time was reported as other.
BARGE GROUNDED AT THE MOUTH OF THE NORTH ARM OF THE FRASER RIVER Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-5-88