On 2/22/1996 , the vessel FRASER YARDER (Official Number 322084) was involved in a not involved in OFF POINT COWAN, BOWEN ISLAND, 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 none pollution.

This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 2/23/1996 . Weather at the time was reported as clear.

Barge "FRPD CO 14" began taking on water and sinking while under tow. Attempts to beach the vessel were not successful and the barge was let go and sunk one cable offshore.