On 3/13/1987 , the vessel PACIFIC SCANNER (Official Number 192855) was involved in a sank - founders (taking on water above the waterline) in 4 NM FROM PORT RENFREW,JUAN DE FUCA STRAIT, BC,.
The vessel, with 6 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 none pollution.
This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 1/20/1989 . Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the E at 8.00 knots.
FLOODING DUE TO DETERIORATION OF CAULKING ABOVE NORMAL WATERLINE Note: formerly OccNo : 9704-21-935