On 8/10/1985 , the vessel GRYPHON - 546226 (Official Number 546226) was involved in a grounding - under power (non-intentional) in MELVILLE CHANNEL, B.C.,.

The vessel, with 4 persons on board, experienced the incident while engaged in regular operations. There were 0 injuries and fatalities were reported, and there was pollution.

STRUCK REPORTED UNCHARTED ROCK,HOLED CHAIN LOCKER Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-27-1. Damage to the vessel was indicated as HOLED

Weather at the time was reported as clear. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 1/13/1987 .