On 6/20/1989 , the vessel WHISKY COVE (Official Number 809686) was involved in a grounding - under power (non-intentional) in SANDBAR, MOUTH OF THE SKEENA RIVER, B.C.,.

The vessel, with 1 persons on board, experienced the incident while engaged in regular operations. There were 0 injuries and fatalities were reported, and there was pollution.

GROUNDED ON SANDBAR AFTER THE OPERATOR MISTOOK A SHOAL FOR TIDERIPS Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-5-89. Damage to the vessel was indicated as MINOR

Weather at the time was reported as clear. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 11/10/1989.