On 8/13/1996 , the vessel ROBERTA LIN (Official Number 327195) was involved in a sank - founders (taking on water above the waterline) in KITCHENR, PRINCE RUPERT, B.C.,.
The vessel, with 0 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 8/14/1996 . Weather at the time was reported as fog.
Vessel taking water after grounding at Kitson Island. Refloated on rising tide and towed to Port Edward.