On 7/27/1997 , the vessel WINDRIFT II (Official Number 383908) was involved in a risk of sinking in HOUSTON STEWART CHANNEL, B.C.,.

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.

Stuffing box of F.V. "Windrift II" cracked and vessel took on water. Vessel's own pumps keeping ahead of water; however, extra pump requested. Extra pump provided and vessel proceeded to Pine Island.. Damage to the vessel was indicated as MINOR

Weather at the time was reported as unknown. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 8/29/1997 .