On 8/6/1986 1, the vessel IMPROVISER (Official Number 345651) was involved in a striking - allision with a fixed object (striking - includes berthed/docked vessels) in PRINCESS ROYAL CHANNEL, BUTEDALE, B.C.,.
The vessel, with 2 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 minor pollution.
This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 5/11/1987 . Weather at the time was reported as clear.
V/L STRUCK DEADHEAD AND SANK Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-5-87