On 5/24/1987 , the vessel WESTERN SLOPE (Official Number 369162) was involved in a risk of sinking in 1 MI W OF SAND HEADS, STR OF GEORGIA, 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 pollution.
This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 7/20/1987 . Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the NW at 5.00 knots.
TOOK ON WATER THROUGH STUFFING BOX - NEEDED REPACKING Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-5-87