On 7/24/1987 , the vessel NORTHERN RANGER (Official Number 803748) was involved in a striking - allision with a fixed object (striking - includes berthed/docked vessels) in RED BAY WHARF LIGHT,STRAIT OF BELLE ISLE,NFLD,.
The vessel, with 26 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 none pollution.
This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 11/9/1987 . Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the E at 1.00 knots.
STRUCK THE WHARF LIGHT WHILE COMING ALONGSIDE - BROKE THE LENS Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-5-87