On 5/31/2017 , the vessel W.M. SAUNDERS (Official Number 838019) was involved in a striking - allision with a fixed object (striking - includes berthed/docked vessels) in Golden Ears Bridge, Fraser River, 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 5/31/2017 . Weather at the time was reported as clear.

On 31 May 2017, the tug "BLACK HAWK II", with 2 people on board and while towing the loaded barge "W.M SAUNDERS", reported that its cargo struck the Golden Ears Bridge, Fraser River, BC. Damage to the bridge and the cargo were reported. No injuries or pollution was reported.