On 7/18/1999 , the vessel FAWCETT POINT (Official Number 812839) was involved in a striking - allision with a fixed object (striking - includes berthed/docked vessels) in ENTRANCE TO PORPOISE HARBOUR, B.C., BRITISH COLUMBIA (BC).
The vessel, with 0 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 none pollution.
This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 7/19/1999 . Weather at the time was reported as unknown with winds from the W at 8.00 knots.
Fishing vessel struck rock, took on water and lost rudder power. Point Henry assisted with pumps. Vessel was subsequently towed to port.