Sheila Simpson says she was a witness to the aftermath of a tragic whale-watching ship sinking off Tofino

VIDEO: Witness describes ‘pandemonium’ after Tofino boat sinking

The incident claimed the lives of five people on-board.



Five British citizens are confirmed dead after a whale watching ship sank off Tofino, B.C. on Sunday. Sheila Simpson says she was walking on the dock when rescue boats roared up carrying people from the vessel.

Video: The Canadian Press

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