Ferry stuck in Prince Rupert terminal after failure of fire-detection system

A B.C. ferry with mechanical problems has been stuck in the Prince Rupert terminal since Sunday morning.

The Northern Adventurewas unable to leave atits scheduled 10 a.m. PT departure time to Skidegate, B.C., because of an issue with the boat's fire detection system,according to BC Ferries spokesperson Deborah Marshall.

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She said the ship will remain dockeduntil a piece of equipment is located to fix the problem.

A statement from BC Ferries said it needsa specialistfrom Miami to come attend to the vessel.

"We are very sorry about the situation but we cannot sail without that piece of equipment," said Marshall.

Marshall said BC Ferries will be working with customers on a case-by-case basis and will try to rebook them on futuresailings when the problem is resolved.

She could not confirmwhen the ferry will be back in service.

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