The 18 meter long passenger vessel Magic Charm caught fire while moored in Coal Harbour, Vancouver, British Columbia. Local fire fighters were called as dense plumes of smoke poured from the vessel’s superstructure. The fire fighters were eventually able to bring the blaze under control. No reports of injuries. The Magic Charm sustained significant damage. Authorities have launched an investigation into the incident. Reports state the cause of the fire was no yet determined.
On August 31, the 14 meter long fishing vessel Carmanah Light ran aground on Rose Spit, Haida Gwaii, British Columbia, Canada. The crab boat had run aground just offshore and sustain water ingress. The four crew on board abandoned ship in their survival suits and were able to make it ashore safely. No reports of injuries.
Authorities were alerted and are monitoring the situation. Reports state the owner of the Carmanah Light is coordinating a salvage plan.
On March 6, the 19 meter long fishing vessel Miss Cory capsized and sank off Cape Lazo, Vancouver, British Columbia. The vessel was fishing herring when it capsized when the vessel developed a list. One crewman went below to investigate, but without warning the Miss Cory capsized and sank.
The Four crew on deck were tossed into the water while one crewman was trapped below in the engine room. A nearby fishing vessel rescued the four crew. Authorities dispatched Coast Guard vessels and a helicopter to the scene to look for the remaining crewman. After a search of the area, the search was called off. The crewman was listed missing and presumed drowned.
The Miss Cory sank and rests in 250 meters of water. Authorities have launched an investigation into the incident.