On 4/18/1991 , the vessel TARPON (Official Number 576633) was involved in a risk of sinking in 13 NM NE OF LANGARA PT, DIXON ENTRANCE, BC,.
The vessel, with 8 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 5/22/1991 . Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the NW at 10.00 knots.
BALLAST PIPE BROKE DURING SHIFTING OF BALLAST WATER - FLOODED HOLD Note: formerly OccNo : 1300-5-91