On 5/27/1996 , the vessel JAN MICHELE (Official Number 320907) was involved in a risk of sinking in HECATE STRAIT, B.C.,.

The vessel, with 1 persons on board, experienced the incident while engaged in regular operations. There were 0 injuries and fatalities were reported, and there was none pollution.

Vessel taking on water, pumps coping. Vessel secured to can buoy in Thurston Harbour to effect repairs.. Damage to the vessel was indicated as MINOR

Weather at the time was reported as clear. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 5/28/1996 .