On 9/25/1989 , the vessel ECKALOO (Official Number 809772) was involved in a bottom contact in HUME RIVER CROSSING, MACKENZIE RIVER, N.W.T,.
The vessel, with 10 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 pollution.
This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 11/3/1989 . Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the NE at 6.00 knots.
VSL CONTACTED THE BOTTOM WHILE TRANSITTING A KNOWN SHALLOW AREA Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-5-89