On 9/3/1988 1, the vessel WESTERN MAID (Official Number 158916) was involved in a risk of sinking in BETWEEN PORT HARDY AND BARRY ISLET, B.C.,.
The vessel, with 4 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 10/31/1988. Weather at the time was reported as rain with winds from the SE at 45.00 knots.
FLOODING THROUGH POOR CAULKING AROUND THE SEAMS Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-5-88