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. Fortunately, the ship was able to continue its voyage. No injuries or fatalities were reported, and there was none pollution.
This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 4/9/2003 4. Weather at the time was reported as overcast with winds from the SE at 30.00 knots.
F/V "WESTERN STAR" taking on water due to being overloaded and inclement weather, near Neck Point, BC.