On 7/22/1991 , the vessel TENYO MARU (Official Number 110906) was involved in a sank - flooding in 19 NM SSW OF C.BEALE, VANCOUVER ISLAND, B.C.,.
The vessel, with 81 persons on board, experienced the incident while engaged in regular operations. Fortunately, the ship was able to continue its voyage. No injuries or fatalities were reported, and there was major pollution.
This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 4/13/1995 . Weather at the time was reported as fog with winds from the NE at 8.00 knots.
COLLIDED WITH THE JAPANESE FISH FACTORY "TENYO MARU" WHICH SANK