Crew Reviews, Ratings & Info for Osakana

On January 29, 2020, at approximately 4:45 a.m., the barge carrier 'Osakana' experienced an anchor dragging incident while anchored in Kitimat Harbour, located in British Columbia, Canada. The vessel found itself in the position of 53 59.372N, 128 40.414W when it detected the drag. In a prompt response, the crew activated the main engine, allowing the 'Osakana' to maneuver back to its designated anchorage, ensuring the safety of the vessel and the surrounding maritime environment.

The recent distress call from the cargo vessel 'Osakana' has reignited discussions surrounding the controversial closure of the Kitsilano Coastguard station. The alarming event unfolded on April 11 at approximately 4 p.m., prompting the Coastguard to dispatch rescue efforts from their facility located on Sea Island in Richmond. It took the team 20 minutes to reach the 'Osakana.' Meanwhile, paramedics faced an extended delay, taking nearly 40 minutes to arrive at the scene due to the need to be picked up by a police boat from the now-defunct Kitsilano Coastguard station. Previously, paramedics could respond directly from the Kitsilano base, significantly enhancing their response capabilities. The Coastguard union has emphatically stated that had the Kitsilano facility still been operational, the urgency of the situation could have resulted in a far quicker response time, potentially influencing the outcome of the distress call.

A tragic event unfolded in English Bay on April 11, as the Coast Guard rushed to the scene of a medical emergency on board the cargo vessel Osakana. At approximately 4:00 PM, the emergency call was made regarding a crew member experiencing cardiac arrest. The Coast Guard promptly departed from their base at Sea Island in Richmond, reaching the cargo ship after an intense 20-minute journey. Emergency paramedics were also dispatched to help, but their arrival was delayed, taking nearly 40 minutes due to logistics involving transport via a police boat from the now-closed Kitsilano Coast Guard station. Unfortunately, despite the rapid response from emergency services, the individual who suffered the cardiac arrest did not survive the incident.