On 9/1/1987 1, the vessel COAST HARVESTER (Official Number 393579) was involved in a sank - founders (taking on water above the waterline) in 3 NM OFF HOT SPRINGS COVE, W COAST OF VAN. I,.

The vessel, with 2 persons on board, experienced the incident while engaged in regular operations. There were 1 injuries but no fatalities were reported, and there was pollution.

CAPSIZED DURING SHARP TURN WITH LOW RESERVE STABILITY. Damage to the vessel was indicated as TOTAL LOSS

Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the NW at 21.00 knots. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 1/20/1989 .