On 7/19/1988 , the vessel N P 397 (Official Number 347848) was involved in a fire in ESSO FUEL DOCK, PORT EDWARD, B.C.,.

The vessel, with 2 persons on board, experienced the incident while engaged in regular operations. There were 1 injuries but no fatalities were reported, and there was minor pollution.

GASOLINE SPILL WHILE REFUELLING, SOURCE OF IGNITION UNKNOWN. Damage to the vessel was indicated as TOTAL LOSS

Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the W at 3.00 knots. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 9/12/1989 .