On 12/27/2002, the vessel B.C. DRIFTER (Official Number 811247) was involved in a total failure of any machinery or technical system in SOUTH OF TUGWELL ISLAND, B.C., BRITISH COLUMBIA (BC).

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 none pollution.

On 27 December, 2002, the F/V "B.C. DRIFTER" was reportedly disabled due to mechanical breakdown, south of Tugwell Island, B.C.. Damage to the vessel was indicated as MINOR

Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the SW at 3.00 knots. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 3/6/2003 8.