On 9/26/1999 , the vessel SHIMOIGET (Official Number 133732) was involved in a risk of sinking in APPROX. 10 MI SOUTH LENNARD ISLAND, B.C., 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 pollution.
This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 11/18/1999. Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the W at 27.00 knots.
Fishpacker losing power and taking on water. Vessel was taken under tow to Tofino.