On 3/6/2000 1, the vessel TRIPLE M. III (Official Number 327893) was involved in a sustains damage render unseaworthy/unfit for purpose - unfit for purpose - ice, weather, etc. in NORTH PACIFIC OCEAN,.

The vessel, with 3 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 3/7/2000 1. Weather at the time was reported as clear.

Fishing gear inadvertently became fouled with the stabilizer chain causing the stabilizer to bend and the chain to foul the propeller. Vessel towed to Tofino by Tofino lifeboat.