On 6/29/1992 , the vessel VARNEY RAE - 812779 (Official Number 812779) was involved in a grounding - under power (non-intentional) in SIDNEY SPIT, B.C.,.
The vessel, with 1 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 11/26/1992. Weather at the time was reported as rain with winds from the SW at knots.
CHARTERED VESSEL GROUNDED TWICE AT LOW WATER NEAR BUOYS. Note: formerly OccNo : 1300-5-92