On 4/18/1996 , the vessel SMOKEY JOE II (Official Number 805615) was involved in a grounding - under power (non-intentional) in KINAHAN ISLAND, CHATHAM SOUND, B.C.,.

The vessel, with 0 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 3/11/1997 . Weather at the time was reported as .

Declared mayday after grounding on island. 3 crewmen abandoned vessel to island and subsequently recovered by skiff from a nearby tug. Vessel pumped out and towed to Port Edward.