Due to a mechanical difficulty with the #2 thruster on Island Aurora, upcoming sailings between Westview (Powell River) – Blubber Bay (Texada Island) today, October 11, have been cancelled. The following round trips are affected:
7:50 am departing Blubber Bay
8:35 am departing Westview
9:20 am departing Blubber Bay
10:20 am departing Westview
11:25 am departing Blubber Bay
12:15 pm departing Westview
3 pm departing Blubber Bay
3:45 pm departing Westview
The 6 am departure from Blubber Bay and scheduled 6:50 am return from Westview also did not sail.
According to an announcement from BC Ferries, six-person and 12-person water taxis have been sourced to provide service until further notice. Service on board the six-person vessel will commenced at approximately 8 am from Westview, and service on board the 12-person vessel is expected to commence at approximately 9:30 am. Both vessels will travel between Westview terminal and the Texada Boat Club.
"We appreciate your patience and apologize for any inconvenience you may experience as a result of these cancellations," stated BC Ferries.
For customers who have checked-in at the terminal, BC Ferries is referring them to its compensation policy. Receipts must be provided for compensation consideration.
For up-to-date sailing and departure information, check BC Ferries' Current Conditions, or phone 1.888.223.3779.
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