By Dan Marshall

BC Ferry called to assist in rescue near Valdez Island

Aug 2, 2016 | 11:43 AM

NANAIMO — A BC Ferries vessel was called to assist in a marine rescue this morning.

Spokesperson Deborah Marshall says there was a pleasure craft in trouble near Valdez Island, which is close to Galiano Island.

“Our vessel the Coastal Inspiration launched one of it’s rescue boats at approximately 6:34am this morning.  We were on scene by 6:46am.  By the time we arrived on scene the two occupants of the pleasure craft were in their dinghy,” said Marshall.  “It’s my understanding the pleasure craft was taking on water.”

Marshall says their vessel was told to stand down a few minutes later because the coast guard was able to take over. Ultimately their rescue boat wasn’t needed but she notes crews are always ready.

“Our crews are very well trained and they perform a number of different drills, including man overboard drills, launching rescue boats, and having rescue attempts and things like that.  We’re very proud of our crew, and they were there to assist this morning.  Coast Guard was there as well, so Coast Guard took over the situation but we’re always there to help.”

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Because of the incident the Coastal Inspiration is running more than 45 minutes behind schedule.