On 6/23/2000 , the vessel TRAVERSIER D'OKA NO. 9 (Official Number 805843) was involved in a not involved in LAC DEUX MONTAGNES, OTTAWA RIVER, QUEBEC (QC).
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 6/27/2000 . Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the SW at 20.00 knots.
While coming alongside in windy conditions, the tug 10D34138 was girded by its tow, the barge TRAVERSIER D'OKA NO.9. The tug down flooded and subsequently capsized. The operator swam to the shore and the tug was thereafter refloated.