On 3/27/2000 , the vessel NELLIE IRENE (Official Number 817612) was involved in a total failure of any machinery or technical system in SANDHEADS, B.C., BRITISH COLUMBIA (BC).

The vessel, with 2 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 4/13/2000 . Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the SW at 4.00 knots.

Tug "towing barge in South Arm of the Fraser River had a length of floating polypropylene rope foul the propeller. Tugs belonging to the same company responded taking over the tow and towing the "NELLIE IRENE" to New Westminster.