On 3/21/2003 , the vessel WESTERN STAR (Official Number 133719) was involved in a risk of sinking in 2 NM NORTH OF NECK POINT, BC, BRITISH COLUMBIA (BC).

The vessel, with 2 persons on board, experienced the incident while engaged in regular operations. There were 0 injuries and fatalities were reported, and there was none pollution.

F/V "WESTERN STAR" taking on water due to being overloaded and inclement weather, near Neck Point, BC.. Damage to the vessel was indicated as MINOR

Weather at the time was reported as overcast with winds from the SE at 30.00 knots. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 4/9/2003 4.