On 1/23/1996 , the vessel ECHELON (Official Number 368856) was involved in a grounding - under power (non-intentional) in NORTH END OF AVERY ISLAND,.

The vessel, with 2 persons on board, experienced the incident while engaged in regular operations. There were 0 injuries and fatalities were reported, and there was pollution.

Vessel hard aground at the entrance to Qlawdzeet Anchorage. 3 people on board abandoned ship, which was towed to Prince Rupert Harbour by another fishing vessel.. Damage to the vessel was indicated as MAJOR

Weather at the time was reported as clear. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 9/17/1996 .