On 10/30/1995, the vessel DAD-SON (Official Number 312788) was involved in a risk of sinking in OFF REDCLIFF POINT, PRINCESS ROYAL CHANNEL, BC,.
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 2/6/1996 1. Weather at the time was reported as clear.
Vessel taking on water reportedly due to striking shore as a result of steering failure. Pumps provided by F.V. "POLAR STAR" which escorted it safely to port.