On 3/29/1999 , the vessel EMPIRE 25 (Official Number 803637) was involved in a collision - struck by vessel in VANCOUVER,BC INNER HBR/N SHORE/BY MOSQUITO CRK, BRITISH COLUMBIA (BC).
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 3/31/1999 . Weather at the time was reported as overcast with winds from the SE at 16.00 knots.
While at anchorage 'A', SE winds gusted to 34-40 kts resulting in v/l dragging anchor. VTS informed and assistance requested. Despite manouvres with own engines and tug assistance v/l made contact with 2 anchored barges in VCR harbour.