A passenger on a ferry was rescued on Wednesday after falling overboard as the vessel approached the port. long term terminal.
British Columbia Ferries, which provides ferry service, said the incident occurred at 7:45 a.m. local time on a flight from Duke Point, near Nanaimo. Emergency protocols were immediately initiated and the man was brought ashore and treated BC Emergency Medical Services. things happened in Queen Alberni FerryPart of BC Ferry, it provides regular ferry service between Vancouver (Tsawwassen) and Nanaimo (Duke Point).
The passenger’s condition has not yet been disclosed.
The incident resulted in the cancellation of two flights on the Duke’s Point-Tsowassen route: the flight from Tsawwassen at 10:15 am (local time) and the flight from Duke’s Point at 12:45 noon (local time).
Alternative travel arrangements are available, including service via the Horseshoe Bay to Nanaimo Departure Bay route. BC Ferries Spokesperson Shiryn Sayani said the customer service center will contact affected passengers to rebook or confirm cancellations.
“These types of incidents are rare and our crews are trained to respond quickly and effectively to ensure the safety of everyone on board,” Sayani said in a statement, according to the Times Colonist. She added that the situation required coordination with the police, coastguard, emergency health services and other authorities.
Delta police spokesman Inspector James Sandberg said the incident was classified as ” mental health incidentthe person involved was sent to hospital. Police did not provide further details.
According to local media reports, BC Ferries resumed normal operations departing Tsawwassen at 12:45 pm local time, and the company thanked customers for their patience during the disruption.
