On 8/14/1996 , the vessel AUK (Official Number 932589) was involved in a sank - founders (taking on water above the waterline) in OFF CAPE LAZO, STRAIT OF GEORGIA, B.C.,.

The vessel, with 2 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 none pollution.

This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 11/26/1996. Weather at the time was reported as clear.

Vessel taking water after grounding on rocks after passing on wrong side of East Cardinal Buoy "PK". Pumps supplied by other vessels and F/V escorted to port.