On 10/9/1990 , the vessel WIDGEON (Official Number 249549) was involved in a sank - flooding in 8 NM S OF CAPE MUDGE, STRAIT OF GEORGIA, B.C.,.
The vessel, with 3 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 11/13/1990. Weather at the time was reported as rain with winds from the SW at 27.00 knots.
PUMP FAILED, UNABLE TO CONTROL INGRESS OF WATER COMING OVER THE BOW Note: formerly OccNo : 1300-5-90