On 3/28/1998 , the vessel RAINIER (Official Number 5221) was involved in a striking - allision with a fixed object (striking - includes berthed/docked vessels) in JOHNSTONE STRAIT, B.C.,.

The vessel, with 57 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 3/30/1998 . Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the NW at 10.00 knots.

U.S. govt. vessel northbound for Alaska, struck a log. One propeller shaft broken. Vessel anchored in Deepwater Bay, Vancouver Island, B.C. where divers inspected damage.