On 3/19/1994 , the vessel DEERCO (Official Number 177585) was involved in a sank - flooding in OFF PINE ISLAND, B.C.,.

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 minor pollution.

EXHAUST FIRE, SUBSEQUENT FLOODING & SINKING. 2 POB REC FROM SKIFF.. Damage to the vessel was indicated as TOTAL LOSS

Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the N at 15.00 knots. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 11/8/1994 .