On 5/1/1988 1, the vessel FAIR ISLE III (Official Number 318649) was involved in a risk of sinking in OFF OAK BAY, B.C.,.
The vessel, with 2 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 7/28/1988 . Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the SE at 15.00 knots.
WATER COMING THROUGH SEAM/STERN PUMP COULD NOT KEEP UP WITH FLOW Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-5-88