On 7/30/1985 , the vessel SKYWAVE (Official Number 326507) was involved in a grounding - under power (non-intentional) in W COAST-CLAYOQUOT SOUND-OFF VARGAS ISL,.

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.

STRUCK ROCK & TOOK ON WATER-PUMPS PUT ON BOARD BY TOFINO LIFEBOAT. Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-27-1. Damage to the vessel was indicated as MINOR

Weather at the time was reported as fog with winds from the E at 6.00 knots. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 2/5/1986 1.