On 8/1/1987 1, the vessel FEDERAL ST CLAIR (Official Number 8052) was involved in a striking - allision with a fixed object (striking - includes berthed/docked vessels) in GRAIN POOL WHARF NO. 4, THUNDER BAY, ONTARIO,.
The vessel, with 24 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 rain with winds from the SE at 5.00 knots.
V/L STRUCK WHARF ON BERTHING WHILE BEING ASSISTED BY TWO TUGS Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-5-87