On 12/18/1984, the vessel WESTERN SURF (Official Number 190088) was involved in a sank - flooding in W COAST-EDDY PASSAGE-N OF HENRY ISLAND,.
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 6/4/1985 1. Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the SE at 15.00 knots.
RADAR FAILED-HIT ROCK-CREW ABANDONED VSL IN SKIFF. Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-27-1