On 8/22/2018 , the vessel ALERT (Official Number 260374) was involved in a sank - flooding in Hardwicke Island, BC., BRITISH COLUMBIA (BC).

The vessel, with 5 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 unknown pollution.

This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 8/22/2018 . Weather at the time was reported as unknown with winds from the NW at 20.00 knots.

On 22 August 2018, the fishing vessel "ALERT", with 5 people on board and while under tow by the vessel "ELVAGENE", sank due to strong current off Kelsey Bay near Hardwicke Island in Johnstone Strait, BC. The vessel "ELVAGENE" retrieved all persons from the water and proceeded to Seattle, WA. Canadian Coast Guard vessels were on scene to assist. No injuries, but minor pollution was reported.