On 5/8/2001 1, the vessel ORCA CHIEF (Official Number 819948) was involved in a grounding - under power (non-intentional) in ROWLEY REEFS, QUATSINO SOUND, 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 5/16/2001 . Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the SW at 15.00 knots.
F/V "ORCA CHIEF" was reportedly grounded near Quatsino Sound, B.C.