On 5/30/1999 , the vessel SEASPAN 492 (Official Number 804841) was involved in a not involved in MALASPINA STRAIT, B.C., 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 none pollution.
This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 6/21/1999 . Weather at the time was reported as clear.
Tug towing 2 loaded chip barges experienced engine failure and drifting. Both tug and barges were later taken under tow.