On 6/27/2000 , the vessel TECUMSETH (Official Number 816883) was involved in a grounding - under power (non-intentional) in NEAR FIGHTING ISL. N LT, DETROIT RIVER, MICHIGAN,.
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 pollution.
This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 6/29/2000 . Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the W at 5.00 knots.
While downbound in the Detroit River, the sailing passenger vessel "TECUMSETH", with 14 persons aboard, ran aground in soft mud near Fighting Isl. North Lt., in U.S. waters, outside the navigable channel. Four tugs assisted to free the V/L,no dam'g