On 10/30/1996, the vessel NORTHCOASTER (Official Number 322502) was involved in a sank - flooding in DISCOVERY HARBOUR, CAMPBELL RIVER, B.C.,.

The vessel, with 0 persons on board, experienced the incident while engaged in regular operations. There were 0 injuries and fatalities were reported, and there was minor pollution.

Tug sank at Discovery Harbour Marina. Water entered the hull through a hole in the shaft tube. Vessel lifted with crane on the next day.. Damage to the vessel was indicated as MAJOR

Weather at the time was reported as unknown. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 10/31/1996.