Operator dies when tugboat sinks in BC

(KELOWNA, British Columbia) — The operator of a tugboat died Monday night when the vessel sank on Okanagan Lake, Kelowna Capital News reported. The body of the victim, who was a worker at the Tolko Mill, was recovered Tuesday from the boat. The Royal Canadian Mounted Police and WorkSafe BC are investigating what caused the vessel to sink.

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By Professional Mariner Staff