On 5/9/1998 1, the vessel GREAT BLUE HERON (Official Number 816906) was involved in a person seriously injured or killed - boarding, being on board, falling overboard from the ship in GEORGIAN BAY, ONTARIO,.
The vessel, with 4 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 5/20/1998 . Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the NE at 10.00 knots.
Passenger was near the bow and was caught in the railing and went overboard. Passenger was recovered with minor injuries.