On 2/23/1998 , the vessel RICHFIELD (Official Number 720763) was involved in a striking - allision with a fixed object (striking - includes berthed/docked vessels) in BLAND ISLAND, B.C.,.

The vessel, with 25 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 2/24/1998 . Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the N at 0.00 knots.

The vessel struck a rock sustaining damage to her shell plating and puncturing two tanks. Vessel anchored then returned to P.Alice, to repair damage.