BC Ferries cancels 16 sailings between Campbell River and Quadra Island

Last Updated: Dec. 7, 2022 10:59AMMore than a dozen ferry sailings between Campbell River and Quadra Island are cancelled Wednesday due to strong winds and a mechanical issue on board, according to BC Ferries.

The ferry cancellations, totalling 16, come amid “forecasted adverse weather conditions and a mechanical issue with one of the ship’s right angle drives which lowers the vessel’s wind tolerance,” BC Ferries said.for the Strait of Georgia north of Nanaimo early Wednesday morning, with “gale” force winds of 34 to 47 knots occurring or expected in the marine area before diminishing overnight.3:05 p.m. departing Quathiaski Cove4 p.m. departing Campbell River5:50 p.m. departing Quathiaski Cove7:30 p.

All other sailings on the route, however, are expected to proceed as scheduled, according to BC Ferries in aThe company also says a 12-passenger water taxi has been sourced to provide complimentary foot passenger service between Quadra Island and Coast Marina on the same schedule as the cancelled sailings.Sign up for our newsletter to get breaking news and daily digests sent to your email.“The safety of our passengers and crew is of primary importance to us.

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