On 2/4/2016 1, the vessel NORTHERN EXPLORER I (Official Number 820137) was involved in a grounding - not under power (includes drifting) (non-intentional) in Prince Rupert, BC, 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 2/4/2016 1. Weather at the time was reported as rain with winds from the SW at 45.00 knots.
On 04 February 2016, the landing craft / self-propelled barge "NORTHERN EXPLORER I", under the effect of severe weather, ebbing tide and a fouled propeller, went aground approximately 2 nautical miles NW of Prince Rupert, BC. The tug "FRASER WARRIOR" assisted to re-float the barge and towed it to Prince Rupert, BC. There was no reported injuries or pollution.