The peace and tranquility near Ogden Point may be interrupted over the next few days while a Canadian naval ship is being repaired.

Repairs to the MV Asterix began Jan. 21 and will continue until Feb. 1. The work requires the use of a large generator, which the Greater Victoria Harbour Authority (GVHA) has warned may peak through Jan. 22.

Until Feb 1st, the CDN naval ship Asterix at will undergo repairs that require the use of a large generator. While we anticipate the noise to remain within acceptable levels, we understand that it might increase between Jan 21-22. For any questions, please PM us.

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MV Asterix is an auxiliary oiler repleshment vessel that has participated in international warfare exercises. It can carry thousands of tons of marine fuel and includes a fully-fitted hospital and emergency dormitory for up to 350 evacuees.

GVHA tweeted that anyone with questions on the repair should reach out to them via Twitter.

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Today, Canada's Resolve-Class Naval Support Ship Asterix docks at Pier A North at after travelling over 51,000 nautical miles in 2018.

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