On 11/14/1987, the vessel NOOTKA MARINER (Official Number 393520) was involved in a fire in 36 NM OFF AMPHITRITE POINT, B.C.,.
The vessel, with 5 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 4/28/1988 . Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the SW at 15.00 knots.
CONNECTING ROD FRACTURED AUX.MOTOR BLOCK SPRAYING OIL WHICH IGNITED Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-5-87