On 9/1/2001 1, the vessel ARCTIC TUK (Official Number 371494) was involved in a sustains damage render unseaworthy/unfit for purpose - unfit for purpose - ice, weather, etc. in UNIMAK PASS, ALASKA,.

The vessel, with 0 persons on board, experienced the incident while engaged in regular operations. There were 0 injuries and fatalities were reported, and there was none pollution.

Between 01 - 07 September, 2001, the barge "ARCTIC TUK" was holed in way of double bottom tanks, as a result of heavy seas between Unimak Pass and Anadyr.. Damage to the vessel was indicated as MAJOR

Weather at the time was reported as fog with winds from the WNW at 45.00 knots. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 11/26/2001.