On 10/6/1990 , the vessel HI-ROSE (Official Number 326556) was involved in a striking - allision with a fixed object (striking - includes berthed/docked vessels) in PORT SAN JUAN, JUAN DE FUCA STRAIT, B.C.,.

The vessel, with 4 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 pollution.

This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 3/11/1991 . Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the NE at 20.00 knots.

VSL STRUCK A DEADHEAD, PUNCTURED THE BOW, RAPIDLY SINKING Note: formerly OccNo : 1300-5-90