On 4/11/1987 , the vessel LAMPLIGHTER III (Official Number 391688) was involved in a striking - allision with a fixed object (striking - includes berthed/docked vessels) in SOUTH OF PORCHER ISLAND, OGDEN CHANNEL, B.C.,.

The vessel, with 0 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 5/15/1989 . Weather at the time was reported as with winds from the SE at 35.00 knots.

VSL STRUCK A DEADHEAD AND TOOK ON WATER Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-5-88