On 8/17/1987 , the vessel ALASKAN (Official Number 323595) was involved in a collision - with another vessel or other floating object in SALENDER ISL.,BROOKS POINT, OFF CAPE COOK,B.C.,.

The vessel, with 2 persons on board, experienced the incident while engaged in regular operations. There were 0 injuries and fatalities were reported, and there was pollution.

In clear weather at night, two Canadian fishing vessels collided - 13 gt FV LONGWOOD and 15 gt FV ALASKAN. One of the vessels was reported to be only showing one white light and having both sidelights off. Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-5-87. Damage to the vessel was indicated as MINOR

Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the N at 1.00 knots. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 9/18/1987 .