On 11/13/1996, the vessel NIMPKISH SPIRIT (Official Number 154972) was involved in a sank - flooding in FRANCES POINT, MALASPINA STRAIT, B.C.,.

The vessel, with 0 persons on board, experienced the incident while engaged in regular operations. There were 0 injuries and fatalities were reported, and there was minor pollution.

Vessel being used to transport family and friends to Pot Latch. Grounded following reported steering failure and sank 100 feet off Francis Point in deep water. . Damage to the vessel was indicated as TOTAL LOSS

Weather at the time was reported as clear. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 11/19/1996.