On 8/22/1989 , the vessel CAPE SPRUCE (Official Number 810480) was involved in a grounding - under power (non-intentional) in BATE PASSAGE, QUEEN CHARLOTTE SOUND, BC,.
The vessel, with 5 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 3/11/1994 . Weather at the time was reported as rain with winds from the NW at 10.00 knots.
VSL DRIFTED AGROUND WHILE SHE WAS ENGAGED IN FISHING Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-5-89