On 3/31/1995 , the vessel WAINWRIGHT (Official Number 194916) was involved in a sank - founders (taking on water above the waterline) in FERN PASSAGE, PRINCE RUPERT HARBOUR, B.C.,.
The vessel, with 0 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 5/17/1995 . Weather at the time was reported as clear.
TOOK ON WATER - PUMPED OUT BILGE - CREWMAN FORGOT TO CLOSE VALVE. Note: formerly OccNo : 1300-5-95