# ReleasableAccidents

BARDID: FL-2013-0229
Date: 2013-04-02 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:45:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: OLD TAMPA BAY
NearestCityTown: TAMPA
County: HILLSBOROUGH
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Tuesday
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause3: Navigation rules violation
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by vessel
AccidentEvent3: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
FWC Dispatch was notified of a boating accident collision involving two personal watercrafts that occurred near the Courtney Campbell Causeway south of Hogan's beach. The operator of V2 was seriously injured and the occupant of V2 was injured; both were transported by EMS to St. Joseph's Hospital in Tampa.  Per St. Joseph's Hospital medical staff, victim's prognosis unknown at this time, investigation continues.; V2 occupant was transported to Saint Joseph's Hospital by Tampa Fire Rescue #14. She sustained a laceration on her right forearm by her elbow and a fractured right arm.; V2 operator was transported by Tampa Fire Rescue #9 to Saint Joseph's Hospital. She sustained a closed head injury, a contusion on her head, lacerated liver, multiple broken ribs, broken right humerus, C-3 fracture in the neck, and other internal injuries. Her status as of 04/10/13, is unstable / critical.

V1 with operator and one occupant were idle and conversing with V3 operator. According to v3, the conversation was in reference to them going and spraying water at V2 because v1 believed they weren't wet enough. v1 asked v3 if she knew how to make V3 spray water. v3 said no. At this time, v1 had v1 occupant get off V1. v1  then stood on one side of V1 and proceeded to do 360's making the water spray high in the air. 

Witness statements suggest V1 and V3 decided that both of them would go and spray the persons on V2. At this time, V2 was operating at a slow speed back to the livery. V1 and V3 proceeded towards V2 on plane in a head on direction. Prior to the collision, V1 and V3 crossed paths.  Witness statements also suggest that V1 operated his wave runner in a reckless manner on a direct heading towards the bow of V2. V2 operator released the throttle and was at a slow coasting speed (almost stopped). This would be consistent with off-throttle steering and the bow of V2 submerging slightly in the water just prior to impact.  

V1 struck V2 with a glancing impact at an almost head-on attitude, offset slightly to V2's starboard side. This caused the starboard bow of V2 to pitch down and V1 ramped up onto V2. While ramping V2, V2 struck both v2 occupants causing both of them to be ejected from V2. Note: V1 operator was never ejected from his wave runner.;


BARDID: FL-2013-0230
Date: 2013-05-26 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:53:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: CHOCTAWHATCHEE BAY
NearestCityTown: DESTIN
County: OKALOOSA
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause2: Force of wave/wake
AccidentEvent1: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On May 26, 2013, at approximately 3:53 PMtwo people were riding on a PWC in Choctawhatchee Bay. operator was operating the PWC and stated that she was slowing down when they hit a wave, causing the PWC to capsize. Both were ejected off the PWC in to the water. As they were falling off, victim hit and injured her right ankle on the PWC. EMS that responded to the scene stated that it was probably just a sprain and that she was going to be transported to Destin Emergency Center for treatment.;


BARDID: FL-2013-0231
Date: 2013-05-24 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:47:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: CHOCTAWHATCHEE BAY
NearestCityTown: DESTIN
County: OKALOOSA
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Navigation rules violation
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by vessel
AccidentEvent3: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On May 24, 2013, at approximately 1:40 PM, I, Officer of the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, was notified by the United States Coast Guard that an accident had occurred just outside of Crab Island, in Choctawhatchee Bay involving two personal watercraft. Vessel 1 was traveling approximately 20 MPH in the West bound direction. Vessel 2 was traveling approximately 20 MPH in the East bound direction. Vessel 1 and vessel 2 had a head on collision, resulting in vessel 1 ramping over vessel 2, and knocking off vessel 2 operator. 

Witnesses on a nearby pontoon boat went over to the accident site and put Operator1 on their vessel and transported him to the United States Coast Guard Station Destin, where Okaloosa County EMS then transported him to Fort Walton Beach Medical Center for treatment.;


BARDID: FL-2013-0232
Date: 2013-05-27 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:00:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: LAKE PADGETT
NearestCityTown: LAND OLAKES
County: PASCO
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Monday
AccidentCause1: Other
OtherAccidentCause: passenger/skier behavior
AccidentEvent1: Skier mishap
RedactedNarrative:
SNYPOSIS
V-1, a 19' inboard ski vessel, was towing a knee boarder on a lake.  There were five other occupants, including the operator, in V-1.  The knee boarder crossed outside V-1's wake to the port side and jumped the wake while moving back towards the center of V-1's wake.  Upon landing the knee boarder lost control and the board struck her in the head near the right temple.  The knee boarder was transported to the hospital by EMS where she was checked over and released. 

victim was transported by EMS and admitted to the hospital and treated, (CT Scan), and released the same day.


BARDID: FL-2013-0233
Date: 2013-05-17 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 23:15:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: ICW
NearestCityTown: POMPANO BEACH
County: BROWARD
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Inadequate onboard navigation lights
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
RedactedNarrative:
The operator of V2 stated that his lights were working at the start of the trip. He stated he noticed his lights had stopped working. He stated that he tied a flashlight to the bow rail facing it forward representing his bow light. Operator2 then tied a flashlight to his T Top canopy and faced it downward representing his stern light.  He then proceeded operating his vessel.

Both vessels were traveling Northbound on the ICW.  Vessel 1 was traveling on plane, Vessel 2 was traveling at idle speed on the ICW. Approaching from behind, V1 struck V2's stern on the port side.  V1's hull came over the stern of V2 between the engine and the port gunwale and ran along the port gunwale and then fell back into the water.  There was damage to Vessel 2's port gunwale and to Vessel 2's engine.  V2 showed excessive tearing and scraping of the fiberglass along the port gunwale and the engine appeared to be shifted toward the starboard side of the vessel from the impact. Vessel 1 had no visible damage above the waterline with the exception of the starboard prop looking scratched. 

Witness statements were consistent with vessel damage.

The occupants and operator of vessel 1 had no injuries.  Vessel 2 occupant suffered a contusion on his head after falling after the collision and was treated and released on scene by EMS,


BARDID: FL-2013-0234
Date: 2013-05-22 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:40:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: GULF OF MEXICO
NearestCityTown: HOLIDAY
County: PASCO
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Wednesday
AccidentCause1: Failure to vent
AccidentCause2: Ignition of Spilled Fuel or Vapor
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (fuel)
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/swamping
RedactedNarrative:
Investigation revealed that on Wednesday, May 22, 2013 at approximately 1400 hours, the listed vessel was at anchor on the west side of Anclote Key State Park, approximately 1/2 mile north of the light house (approximately 20 yards from the shoreline). An occupant started the vessel's engine. The occupant, realizing he had forgotten personal items on the shoreline, exited the vessel. Moments later he discovered the vessel had caught fire. The vessel later was flooded and partially under water as a result of extinguishing the fire. The vessel was not occupied at the time it was engulfed in flames. No injuries were sustained as a result of this incident. The vessel was later recovered by Sea Tow and removed from the water. The owner estimated damages at approximately $60,000 dollars.


BARDID: FL-2013-0235
Date: 2013-05-19 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:00:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: GULF OF MEXICO
NearestCityTown: ST. PETERSBURG BEACH
County: PINELLAS
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Fuel
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (fuel)
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/swamping
RedactedNarrative:
On 5/19/13 at approximately 1600 hours a fire occurred on a 45' 1972 Hatteras recreational vessel with four occupants on board returning from a fishing trip. The vessel, documented vessel MISS BARB'D -DO570617, burned to the waterline and sank at position N27 37.315, W82 50.596. The four occupants escaped the vessel and were picked up by a nearby Good Samaritan. No injuries occurred.  Engine was on fire.


BARDID: FL-2013-0236
Date: 2013-05-18 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 00:00:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: ICW LAKE WORTH
NearestCityTown: PALM BEACH GARDENS
County: PALM BEACH
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
RedactedNarrative:
This accident was a delayed report of a hit and run.  Vessel 2 was unoccupied and received damage to the transom consisting of a bent davit that supports a tender boat, puncture hole to the transom on the port most side, cracked molding and deep scratches and gouging on the port hull rear quarter.  The only eye witness to the collision could only provide limited information about Vessel 1.  As of this report date Vessel 1 or it's operator has not been identified.


BARDID: FL-2013-0237
Date: 2013-05-26 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:30:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: STUART INTERCOSTAL WATERWAY
NearestCityTown: STUART
County: MARTIN
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Hull failure
AccidentCause2: Force of wave/wake
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Sinking
RedactedNarrative:
On May 27, 2013, at approximately 1130 hours, a vessel identified as a 16 foot Rhyan aluminum hull bearing Florida registration FL 2742 CW, sunk in the Stuart Intercostal Waterway, Stuart Florida. 
N 27* 11.856 / W 80* 11.249

     The Rhyan vessel was occupied by the owner/operator identified by Florida driver's license.  A second occupant of the vessel complained of back pain, which he was transported by Martin County Fire to Martin Medical North.

     Operator advised in a sworn written statement, he was traveling at approximately twenty to twenty-five miles per hour, in a southwest direction, in the river towards an island.  At that time, a larger vessel approximately thirty-two feet in length, was traveling in a northern direction against Operator's vessel.  vessel took the impact of the wake water dispersed by the larger vessel.  The impact caused victim, who was facing the stern of the vessel, seated in front and left of operator, to lose his balance and fall backwards towards the bow of the vessel. Operator advised water was coming through the bottom section of the hull and the vessel immediately sank.

     Sea Tow Captain, was first on scene.  In a sworn written statement, Captain advised upon his arrival, he observed both had been rescued and placed on two different vessels.  Sea Tow transported the father and son to the Stuart Causeway Boat Ramps, at which time Martin County Fire took possession of son.  Captain returned to the sunken vessel and recovered it, taking final possession of the vessel at the Stuart Causeway Boat Ramps.

     Inspection of the vessel revealed the hull had previous repair work described as a Bondo patch, which extended from the port side to starboard side of the hull.  The impact of the wake water caused the point of repair to separate allowing water to enter the vessel.  Pictures of the vessel have been obtained and attached to this report.

     A follow up with victim was attempted at Martin Medical North.  Upon my arrival, I met with RN, who advised she was Operator's nurse.  Nurse advised, she had taken x-rays of Operator, which revealed no injury's to his back.  victim was discharged from the hospital and released to his mother.

Case cleared by report.


BARDID: FL-2013-0238
Date: 2013-05-19 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:26:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: BISCAYNE BAY
NearestCityTown: KEY BISCAYNE
County: MIAMI-DADE
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Navigation rules violation
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
RedactedNarrative:
V1 was heading in a north easterly direction while V2 was heading west, leading them into a crossing situation. When both vessels realized there may be a collision  V1 placed his boat in neutral while attempting to turn right and V2 turned to the starboard side.

V1's front port struck  V2 on the port rear quarter causing significant damage.

V1's Operator was issued a citation for failure to follow navigational rule # 15.

RULE 15 CROSSING SITUATION- WHEN TWO POWER-DRIVEN VESSELS ARE CROSSING SO ASTO INVOLVE RISK OF COLLISION, THE VESSEL WHICH HAS THE OTHER ON HER STARBOARD SIDE SHALL KEEP OUT OF THE WAY AND SHALL, IF THE CIRCUMSTANCES OF THE CASE ADMIT, AVOID CROSSING AHEAD OF THE OTHER VESSEL.


BARDID: FL-2013-0239
Date: 2013-05-12 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:06:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: SANTA ROSA SOUND ICW
NearestCityTown: PENSACOLA
County: ESCAMBIA
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
A 20 foot jet boat with seven people aboard left quite water beach and attempted to go under the Bob Sike'e fishing Pier. The vessel struck a pylon of the pier ejecting three. The operator was inexperienced at operating a jet boat and was the main cause of the accident. Witnesses on the pier heard engine let up and then reave up at the last minute.  Improper lookout and failure to avoid a collision also contributed to the accident,.Alcohol was involved and may have contributed to the accident.; 

Victim2:Cut on tendon left ankle  and small cut on head.;Victim3Fracture to right wrist.; Victim1/operator:Cut on right knee.; Victim4:Deep tissue bruising to neck.


BARDID: FL-2013-0240
Date: 2013-05-21 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:00:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: SAINT ANDREWS BAY
County: BAY
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Tuesday
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by vessel
AccidentEvent3: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On 05/21/13 at approximately 1900 hours V1 and V2 were on a jet ski tour with a few more PWCs.  V1 was at the end of the line of PWCs.  V1 passed V2 on the port side. The operator of V1 noticed that he was out of position and made a sharp turn to the starboard in front of V2.  V2 struck V1 on the starboard side striking the PWC and the operator.  V1 operator was injured and was ejected off the PWC.  V2 operator also was ejected, but uninjured.  The passenger on vessel V2 stayed on the PWC and was also uninjured.  The tour guide came back and called 911 and the Coast Guard was dispatched to the scene and transported the injured operator to the Panama City Marina.  At the marina he was treated and then was transported to Bay Medical for additional treatment. ; Operator1 received a fractured left Femur, fractured left hip, and lacerations to his left leg


BARDID: FL-2013-0241
Date: 2013-05-12 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 09:45:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: TAMPA BAY
NearestCityTown: RUSKIN
County: HILLSBOROUGH
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Weather
AccidentCause2: Hazardous waters
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
RedactedNarrative:
On 05/12/2013, at about 09:45 AM the occupants of a flats fishing vessel were fishing north of the cockroach bay channel in Tampa Bay, in Hillsborough County. A wave come over the transom while the vessel was at anchor via power pole and swamped the stern of the vessel. The three occupants of the vessel got out of the vessel and stood in approximately three feet of water. The owner/operator called Tow Boat US because he was a paying member. Tow Boat US attempted to tow the vessel to the Cockroach bay boat ramp. While Tow Boat US was towing the vessel it capsized.  Tow boat US continued to tow the vessel to the cockroach bay boat ramp while it was capsized causing damage to the vessel. The three occupants returned to shore safely along Tow Boat US's vessel.


BARDID: FL-2013-0242
Date: 2013-05-24 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:00:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: BULKHEAD ANNA-MARIA SOUND
NearestCityTown: HOLMES BEACH
County: MANATEE
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause2: Force of wave/wake
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel Fl0409NZ was underway traveling north in the intracoastal waterway near marker 68. There were four adults and four children total on board and traveling toward Bimini bayou to fish. While underway,several waves came over the bow causing the passengers to shift. The vessel capsized starboard side ejecting everyone on board. According to the operator of the vessel, there were no other vessel in sight that would have caused excessive waves.
All the passengers clung on to the capsized vessel until a nearby vessel (FL3629PE) came to their aid a few minutes later followed by the Manatee Sheriff's marine unit. No injuries were reported. Upon inspection of the vessel, the bimini top was missing along with several seat cushions. No other physical damage to the vessel structure were observed. The engine and electronics on board were submerged during the salvage process for several hours and will require replacement. The engine cowling was lost during the capsize.


BARDID: FL-2013-0243
Date: 2013-05-18 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:00:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: SANTA ROSA SOUND AT QUIETWATER
NearestCityTown: PENSACOLA
County: ESCAMBIA
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
RedactedNarrative:
V1 was traveling south towards the T Dock at Quiet Water Beach.  V2 was traveling west towards Radical Rides.  V2 spun out in front of V1.  V1 then ran over V2.  V2 became stuck under V1 between the pontoons.


BARDID: FL-2013-0244
Date: 2013-05-18 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 08:39:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: ATLANTIC OCEAN
NearestCityTown: VERO BEACH
County: INDIAN RIVER
WaterConditions: Rough
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause2: Force of wave/wake
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On the morning of 5-18-13, a seventeen-foot bass-tracker vessel attempted to pass through Sebastian Inlet eastbound where it meets the Atlantic Ocean.  Upon noticing the rough incoming tide, the vessel turned around to head back.  After turning around, the boat began riding a wave in.  After riding the wave, the boat slowed down and the next wave behind the stern stalled the engine and flooded the boat.  The three passengers aboard swam out of the vessel before it eventually capsized.


BARDID: FL-2013-0245
Date: 2013-05-18 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 02:10:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: GULF OF MEXICO
NearestCityTown: KEY WEST
County: MONROE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
V1 struck a piling on a fixed bridge

Husband told me that he and his wife rented a pair of Wave runners form Adventure Jet Ski that do tours on them. Husband was behind his wife when he noticed that waves were moving her left to right. As she approached the bridge on V1, the waves were effecting her maneuvering of V1. As Husband saw her get to close to the piling, he noticed that she struck the concrete piling. He estimated a speed of about 15 - 20 MPH. She was thrown of V1. He then went over to help and jumped in the water. A near by vessel came over and put her inside their vessel. They took her back to land where EMS was waiting to treat her.  

Upon speaking to Operator at the Hospital, I asked her what had happened. Operator said that she and the tour guide were coming up to a bridge. The tour guide never told her that they were going to be crossing under a bridge. As she get closer to the bridge, she sped up because the waves were moving her V1 left to right. As her V1 reached the bridge, she sped even more to try to control V1 when she struck the concrete piling. She was ejected from V1 into the water. Her husband then came over and tried to put her on his wave runner. Due to the impact, she received a broken leg. A good Samaritan arrived and put her on their vessel. They retuned to land where EMS was waiting to treat her fro her injuries.

At the Hospital Operator received surgery to her right leg. She was released a few days after.


BARDID: FL-2013-0246
Date: 2013-04-25 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:30:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: GULF OF MEXICO
NearestCityTown: TREASURE ISLAND
County: PINELLAS
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Thursday
AccidentCause1: Drug use
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Grounding
RedactedNarrative:
On the above date and approximate time I, Officer was dispatched to a boating accident at John's Pass Bridge in Pinellas County.  The accident involved a  25' sailing vessel that struck the bridge with it's mast causing the mast on the vessel to collapse.  I was in uniform and operating a marked patrol vessel.
According to witnesses, while traveling westbound under the center span of the John's Pass Bridge the operator let go of the tiller and began throwing items overboard as he screamed and shouted obscenities.  As a result of letting go of the tiller the vessel turned to port causing the bow of the vessel to hit the fender system on the south side of the bridge.  

As the vessel moved away from the center of the channel it had less clearance for the mast eventually causing the mast to strike the bridge collapse.  Although it was still attached to the deck the mast was hanging over the side in the water.  The swift current the vessel was quickly pushed out of John's Pass and onto a sandbar to the northwest. 

Arriving on scene minutes later I was advised by Pinellas County Deputies that Operator threatened to blow our heads off with a shotgun. 

Having a larger patrol vessel I agreed to return to "Don's Dock" located at John's Pass Boardwalk to pick up several more Deputies.

While reorganizing and formulating a plan to approach the sailing vessel and secure Operator, he announced on the VHF marine radio that everything was over and he was going home.  Operator started the outboard motor on his vessel and began motoring back into John's Pass.

Given the threat Operator leveled at Law Enforcement I understood the importance of securing him before we returned to the heavily populated area of John's Pass and the surrounding beaches.  Repositioning my patrol vessel to the 8 o'clock position (off Operator's vessel) and approaching the jetty's at John's Pass I advised my crew that we were going in.

As we approached Dep gave loud verbal commands to Operator directing him to the bow of his vessel.  With my vessel alongside several Deputies boarded Operator's vessel and secured him without further incident.

After Operator made statements regarding smoking marijuana I began a Boating Under the Influence investigation.  

Operator was transported to Treasure Island Police Department (TIPD) for processing.

At TIPD I read the implied consent warning and requested a sample of Operator's urine.  He agreed and provided a sample.

Operator was cited for boating under the influence, careless operation and leaving the scene of an accident without reporting.


BARDID: FL-2013-0247
Date: 2013-05-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:00:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: BISCAYNE BAY
NearestCityTown: KEY BISCAYNE
County: MIAMI-DADE
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Steering
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On May 14, 2013 I responded to an accident that occurred at Nixon Beach sandbar off of Key Biscayne within Miami Dade County.  It was a 2 vessel accident.  V-1 is a 60 foot Hatteras bearing documentation number DO1230584, and V-2 is a 37 foot Endeavour sailboat.  V-2 is the striking vessel.

At approximately 4:00 pm V-1 was anchored at the sandbar (bow was facing Northwest).  V-2 was headed in a Northeast direction attempting to pass the stern of V-1.  As V-2 was attempting to do this, the steering system had a failure.  Due to the momentum of V-2 and weather conditions (moderate winds), the bow of V-2 struck the port quarter of V-1.  The impact redirected V-2 allowing him to pass the stern of V-1 and V-2 anchored when he got into open water.

As a result of this impact, there was damage to the hull and rail on V-1.  Occupant sustained minor injuries consisting of a contusion to the forehead and small lacerations to the eye and foot.

; victim was on board the anchored Hatteras.  Victim suffered a contusion to the forehead and small lacerations to the right eye and foot as a result of a sailboat striking the vessel he was on.  When I, Ofc, arrived on scene to conduct the investigation, Victim was not sure if the injury he sustained was from direct contact with the striking vessel or from a fall due to the impact.  Based on my observations it was obvious the injuries were a result of the accident.  Pictures of the injury are included in the boating accident report.


BARDID: FL-2013-0248
Date: 2013-05-19 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 02:30:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: ATLANTIC OCEAN
NearestCityTown: MIAMI BEACH
County: MIAMI-DADE
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On 05/19/13 at approximately 0230 hours, V2 struck V1 on its starboard side near Government Cut and fled the scene.  V1, a 1988 40 foot blue in color sailboat with 2 occupants, bearing registration FL 9849 PG, was anchored approximately 1/4 mile Northeast of Government Cut when struck by V2.  V2 is a large vessel approximately 50 feet in length with an unknown registration number and owner.  V2 struck V1 and proceeded Northbound without stopping to assist V1.  V1 sustained damage estimated at approximately $10,000.


BARDID: FL-2013-0249
Date: 2013-05-21 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:30:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: GULF OF MEXICO
NearestCityTown: PANAMA CITY BEACH
County: BAY
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Tuesday
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Force of wave/wake
AccidentEvent1: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On May 22, 2013 at approximately 1530 hours two people  rented a PWC together from Emerald Water Sports Inc. The people that were working the booth that day never asked to see their Boater I.D. cards nor gave them the Florida Boater Safety course.  The employees did have them sign the release of liability form.  They showed them were the throttle was located, how to stop the PWC, and sent them on their way.  While Operator was operating the PWC in the Gulf of Mexico, she struck a large wave and the PWC went high in the air.  When the PWC came back down it struck the water with a lot of force ejecting both the operator and the passenger.  While being ejecting the operator struck the PWC with her left leg and face.  This resulted in the operator breaking her femur (left leg), chipping ad front tooth, and causing abrasions to her chin. The vessel Sea Screamer was in the location of the accident and transported operator to the marina where she was transported to Gulf Coast Medical Center by EMS and admitted for treatment.      ;


BARDID: FL-2013-0250
Date: 2013-05-26 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:00:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: Choctawhatchee Bay
NearestCityTown: Destin
County: OKALOOSA
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Anchored at Crab Island and V2 tried to anchor and hit my boat and broke winshield and minor hull damage from anchor


BARDID: FL-2013-0251
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2013-05-06 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 20:30:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: North Grand Canal
NearestCityTown: Lighthouse Point
County: BROWARD
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Monday
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Not specified
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (non-fuel)
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 was docked and unoccupied. A fire started at the rear deck area of Vessel 31 from an unknown source. The fire was extinguished by the Lighthouse Point and Pompano Beach Fire Departments. The Vessel (#1) was destroyed from the front of the cabin to the rear.


BARDID: FL-2013-0252
Date: 2013-05-05 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:05:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: ICW
NearestCityTown: West Palm Beach
County: PALM BEACH
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 and Vessel #2 were both traveling southbound on the Intracoastal Waterway. Vessel #2 was behind Vessel #1. Vessel #2 changed speed and slowed down. Vessel #2 did not change speed or alter course resulting in a collision with Vessel #1. The port side bow of Vessel #2 made contact with the rear starboard side of Vessel #1. There were no injuries as result of the boating accident.


BARDID: FL-2013-0253
Date: 2013-05-25 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:15:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: Tampa Bay
NearestCityTown: St. Petersburg
County: PINELLAS
WaterConditions: Rough
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Overloading
AccidentCause2: Weather
AccidentCause3: Hazardous waters
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 was recently purchased by the owner and he was taking the vessel to Weedon Isle, with seven adults and two children on board. The vessel was eastbound along the south side of Venetian Isle and entered into the open waters of Tampa Bay. The winds were approximately 10 to 15 with gusts to twenty and the seas were approximately two to four feet.

Vessel #1 struck one wave and took water over the bow and into the boat. The vessel struck a second wave and became swamped. The vessel then capsized and all occupants went into the water. All occupants were removed from the water by other boaters. There were no reported injuries other than exhaustion.

Case status: closed.


BARDID: FL-2013-0254
Date: 2013-05-19 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:45:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: Atlantic Ocean
NearestCityTown: Hillsboro Beach
County: BROWARD
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Force of wave/wake
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
V1 while drifting, took a wave over the transom causing the vessel to sink to the top of the gunnel. V1 then capsized.


BARDID: FL-2013-0256
Date: 2013-01-23 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:20:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: BISCAYNE BAY
NearestCityTown: MIAMI
County: MIAMI-DADE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Wednesday
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Electrical
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (non-fuel)
RedactedNarrative:
BOAT FIRE AT REFERNCED LOCATION.  UPON ARRIVAL I OBSERVED THE FIRE DEPARTMENT PUTTING OUT THE FIRE FROM BOTH VESSELS.  WITNESS STATED THAT THE FIRE STARTED IN VESSEL #1 AND THEN SPREAD TO VESSEL #2.  THE FIRE DAMAGED BOTH VESSELS AS WELL AS THE DOCK.  THE FIRE DEPARTMENT PUT OUT THE FIRE WITHOUT FURTHER INCIDENT.  THERE WERE NO INJURIES REPORTED. Due to fire damage an exact determination of the cause was unable to be done.  The inspector believes the fire started from a fault in the battery charging system/wiring.


BARDID: FL-2013-0257
Date: 2013-05-05 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:08:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: SAN CARLOS BAY
NearestCityTown: FT MYERS BEACH
County: LEE
WaterConditions: Rough
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Overloading
AccidentCause2: Hazardous waters
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
V1 WAS MAKING WAY FROM FT MYERS BEACH NORTHBOUND AT MARKER 4 IN SAN CARLOS BAY.  THE 17' BOAT BEGAN TAKING ON WATER BECAUSE OF HIGH WAVES AND WINDS.  DUE TO THE WEIGHT OF THE SWAMPED BOAT, IT CAPSIZED, LEAVING ALL FIVE PASSENGERS IN THE WATER.  UPON ARRIVAL, ALL FIVE SUBJECTS HAD THEIR PFD'S IN USE.  NO ONE ON SCENE COMPLAINED OF INJURIES.


BARDID: FL-2013-0258
Date: 2013-04-12 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:55:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: BULL BAY
NearestCityTown: UNINCORPORATED
County: CHARLOTTE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On Friday, April 12, 2013, at approximately 1250 hours, boating accident FWSW13OFF4040 occurred in a narrow passage between two mangrove islands in Bull Bay, Charlotte County, Florida.  V1 was on a full plane heading South Southwest with intentions to enter a narrow passage between the two mangrove islands to his port.  The approaching port turn was a blind curve and therefore visibility was limited as he approached.  V2 was on a full plane heading North Northwest through the narrow passage which also created a limited visibility condition.  As soon as the operators' of both vessel were in sight of each other they took the following actions; V1 turned to starboard and reduced speed, V2 turned to port and accelerated.  The vessels collided with V1 impacting V2 just forward of the console / forward seating area.  The impact caused the passenger seated on the console /forward seating area to be ejected and received serious bodily injuries, and the operator received a large laceration just above his eye.  The other passengers of V2 as well as the operator of V1 were uninjured.  no edit


*United States Cost Guard is also conducting an investigation in reference to this boating accident since the operator of V2 is a USCG licensed captain and was on a charter at the time of the accident.*
Operator2:Large laceration above his right eye, 3 orbital bone fractures, and hematomas near the laceration, bilateral hematomas to his upper thighs and hematomas to his right shoulder.  ; V2 occupant:Shock due to blood loss Respiratory failure secondary to a punctured and collapsed lungs Fractured rib right side Fractured pelvis  Fractured back Laceration on scalp  Anemia due to blood loss


BARDID: FL-2013-0259
Date: 2013-05-07 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:30:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: NORTH BAY VILLAGE CANAL
NearestCityTown: NORTH BAY VILLAGE
County: MIAMI-DADE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Tuesday
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Force of wave/wake
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On May 7th at approximately 12:18 pm, I responded to a S-12B in North Bay Village. Once on scene I made contact with the reporting party. Subject showed me video on his security camera of a large vessel (appears to be a 34-40 Ft Azimut) on full plane in the posted manatee zone west of his residence. Subject stated he watched the vessel pass through very fast creating a large wake that damaged the starboard side of his vessel while it was docked. A BOLO was issued for the vessel and the report was taken.


BARDID: FL-2013-0260
Date: 2013-05-29 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:00:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: ATLANTIC OCEAN
NearestCityTown: MIAMI
County: MIAMI-DADE
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Fair
DayofWeek: Wednesday
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Throttle
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
RedactedNarrative:
On May 29, 2013 at approximately 1830 hours, Ofc. and I responded to a boating accident involving a single vessel. 
Upon arrival the boat was docked directly behind the apartments on Bay Drive. I interviewed the operator of the vessel Samsara. He stated that he had recently had worked done to his vessel. The work done to his vessel was with the digital controls of the vessel. He stated that the mechanic drove the vessel and everything was good to go. Operator said that he was moving his vessel to refuel and his controls failed momentarily and he hit the fence located at 220 71 st with his bow causing damage to the fence on the seawall. He then regained control and went reverse into the dock located and caused damage to the dock and part of the seawall. Again regaining control of the vessel and finally coming to rest at the dock.


BARDID: FL-2013-0261
Date: 2013-05-12 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:40:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: Atlantic Ocean
NearestCityTown: Palm Beach Shores
County: PALM BEACH
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Fair
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
AccidentEvent3: Flooding/swamping
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel operator was cruising near the inlet on the PWC when he attempted to turn around and a wave capsized his vessel. Operator's inexperience on righting a PWC didn't allow him to right the vessel before it filled up with water. The strong outgoing current pulled the operator and vessel out of the inlet and into the Atlantic Ocean. A passerby, and his 15 YOA son observed the operator in distress. son jumped into the water and righted the vessel and helped the operator take hold of the vessel as he was fighting exhaustion. A line was attached and the vessel was towed back through the inlet to a local boat ramp guided by son. The operator was too exhausted to hang on and was picked up by a second PBSO vessel driven and brought to the ramp. Other than exhaustion, no injuries were reported. Damage to the vessel's engine is unknown at this time.


BARDID: FL-2013-0262
Date: 2013-05-27 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:30:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: Cinco Bayon
NearestCityTown: Ft. Walton Beach
County: OKALOOSA
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Monday
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
RedactedNarrative:
My boat was properly docked at Scully Restaurant in Ft. Walton, FL @ 6:30 pm. Veh. #2 came within 40 feet of my boat at an estimated speed of 10 mph and was slowing. Veh. #2 created a 3-4 ft wake causing my boat to rock violently against dock.


BARDID: FL-2013-0263
Date: 2013-06-01 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:00:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: ICW
NearestCityTown: Ft. Lauderdale
County: BROWARD
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Shift
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
RedactedNarrative:
Operator of vessel stated she had a shift failure while docking. The vessel did not shift into reverse when she tried to shift it. The vessel struck the dock and caused damage to both. No one was injured during the incident.


BARDID: FL-2013-0264
Date: 2013-05-27 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:45:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: SNAKE CREEK CANAL
NearestCityTown: MIAMI
County: MIAMI-DADE
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Monday
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
RedactedNarrative:
On May 27th, 2013 at approximately 2:15 PM, FWC Officer and I were notified by FWC Dispatch about a single vessel PWC accident which had occurred in the area of NW 2nd Ave and 200th Street in Miami Gardens.  Upon arrival, we met with a Miami Gardens PD Community Service Aide who had also responded to the boating accident call.  She informed us that she had gathered all of the information from the owner/operator regarding the accident but had let him leave the area with the PWC.  She provided us with all the information she had obtained.

Off. and I responded to the owner's residence in order to obtain information needed to complete a boating accident report.  At approximately 3:45 PM we met with the owner.  He informed us that he had taken the PWC to a nearby storage facility.  We responded to the storage facility to inspect the PWC.  Upon inspection, we found the PWC had sustained considerable fiberglass damage to its starboard side chine.  Off. took several photographs of the PWC while I gathered information from Operator about the accident.

He informed me that he was headed westbound in the Snake Creek Canal just west of the boat ramp.  As he went under the NW 2nd Ave overpass, he turned around to head back east.  As he was making the turn, he stated the strong winds were pushing him toward one of the concrete pillars under the bridge.  He pressed the throttle in an attempt to avoid colliding with the pillar.  He stated he jumped off the PWC when he noticed he would not be able to avoid the collision.  The PWC's starboard side struck the concrete pillar.
Operator was uninjured in the accident.


BARDID: FL-2013-0265
Date: 2013-05-05 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:00:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: BISCAYNE BAY
NearestCityTown: MIAMI
County: MIAMI-DADE
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Steering
AccidentEvent1: Person Ejected from Vessel
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
RedactedNarrative:
Upon arrival I found the vessel to be capsized. The operator stated he was operating north in the Intercostal Waterway when the vessel's steering malfunctioned. The vessel made a sharp right turn, causing himself to be ejected and the vessel to roll and capsize.

SeaTow towed the vessel to 79th street boat ramp where the vessel was removed from the water.

 Ofc. and I inspected the steering of the vessel. I had to turn the steering wheel two complete turns before the motors moved. I also noticed the port side trim tab was in the down position, while the starboard side trim tab was in the up position.


BARDID: FL-2013-0266
Date: 2013-06-02 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:02:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: LAKE MINNEOLA
NearestCityTown: MINNEOLA
County: LAKE
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by vessel
RedactedNarrative:
A boating accident occurred on 06-02-13 at approximately 5:02 pm on Lake Minneola, in Clermont which is located in Lake County, Florida.  V-1, a PWC operated by a 17 YOA white male, collided with V-2, also a PWC, operated by an 18 YOA white male. Both vessels were occupied only by an operators.  The operator of V-1 was uninjured and remained in the vessel.  The operator of V-2, however, sustained a broken left femur and was ejected from the vessel.  Both operators were wearing personal floatation devices (PFDs).  Both operators were born after January 1, 1988, but neither had taken a boater education course.


BARDID: FL-2013-0267
Date: 2013-05-26 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 00:00:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: ST. JOHNS RIVER/MOUTH OF ORTEG
NearestCityTown: JACKSONVILLE
County: DUVAL
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: People on gunwale, bow, or transom
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
RedactedNarrative:
V-1 was operating northbound in the St. Johns River. The operator shut down the vessel momentarily to pull a crab trap. As the crew focused on the crab trap, the operator fell overboard and never resurfaced.; Cause of Death- Drowning and Dilated cardiomyopathy  Toxicology Results- Ocular Fluid- Ethanol- .28%  Blood (IVC) alcohol- .25%


BARDID: FL-2013-0268
Date: 2013-06-08 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 10:00:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: GULF OF MEXICO
NearestCityTown: KEY WEST
County: MONROE
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Navigation rules violation
AccidentCause2: Operator inexperience
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On 060813 at approximately 1000 hours V1 and V2 were on a guided tour around Key West.  The tour momentarily paused and regrouped at the Southernmost Point (P1).  Continuing the tour in a westerly direction V1 was followed behind V2.  V2 came off plane as another personal water craft suddenly stopped ahead of V2 (P2). V1 following V2 was not able to take action to avoid a collision with V2.  V2 struck V1 bow to port stern quarter (P3).  The V2 occupant was struck on the lower left leg in the collision.  The V2 occupant was taken to Lower Keys Medical Center for treatment of the injury and later released.  V1 operator was issued a citation for careless operation.  The occupant was treated for a contusion to the lower left leg and released from the hospital on that day.


BARDID: FL-2013-0269
Date: 2013-05-25 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:00:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: BISCAYNE BAY
NearestCityTown: CUTLER RIDGE
County: MIAMI-DADE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Missing or Inadequate Navigation Aids
AccidentEvent1: Collision with submerged object
RedactedNarrative:
On May, 25, 2013 at approximately 1900hrs operator was heading north west coming in through Black Point Channel when he felt something struck the bottom of his vessel. He looked into the water and saw that marker #7 was down. Upon my investigation it was concluded that marker #7 was down and other vessel's had also collided with the same marker.


BARDID: FL-2013-0271
Date: 2013-05-19 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:05:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: BISCAYNE BAY
NearestCityTown: KEY BISCAYNE
County: MIAMI-DADE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On Sunday, May 19, 2013, at approximately 1707 hrs, I received a call from FWC Dispatch in reference to a vessel colliding with another vessel at Crandon boat ramp. While leaving the docking area V1 struck V2 (with the right stern corner in V2's port side hull. V1 left the scene of the accident after impact. V2 reported the accident to FWC. No injuries were reported. Operator1 stated “I was waiting to dock my boat in their spot, and when they left they reversed very hard any hit my boat. They hit my boat and took off, when I docked, I could not find them anywhere”. Operator1 stated there were six white young males in a small Jon boat which struck his vessel. I conducted a boating safety check of Operator1's vessel and found he was in compliance. Operator1 was issued a case card. Approximately 1 hour after I left Crandon boat ramp, Miami-Dade Police located two individuals at Crandon boat ramp in a green Jon boat which fit the description. Upon my arrival, Miami-Dade Police Department Officers also located the other three individuals which were part of the incident. Operator2 was read his Miranda rights from a prepared text. Operator2 admitted to being the operator of the vessel at the time of the accident. Operator2 stated “It was only a small bump, so I left.” He also admitted to the other individuals being on his vessel. Operator2 was charged with leaving the scene of an accident (failure to report boating accident over $2000), insufficient number PFD's, registration number not properly displayed, and operation of vessel without complying with boater education law.


BARDID: FL-2013-0272
Date: 2013-03-29 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:30:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: SPRING CREEK
NearestCityTown: BONITA SPRINGS
County: LEE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
RedactedNarrative:
On March 29, 2013, V1 (FL 2269 LK) was being operated east in Spring Creek near Bonita Springs in Lee County.  The vessel was traveling at approximately 35 mph when V1 made a right turn.  V1 turned sharp to the starboard side where it struck mangroves.  V1 became lodged in the mangroves while one stick impaled a passenger near the left temporal.  The stick fractured the skull and caused major brain bleeding.  The subject was transported to the Lee Memorial Hospital by EMS, where he underwent emergency surgery and is currently in critical but stable condition.  On March 30, 2013 the operator of V1 contacted FWC and advised of the accident. Victim had approximately 4 millimeters of a mangrove stick lodge into the front temporal lobe on the left side of his head.  He was transported to the Hospital where he has undergone two separate surgeries on his brain.


BARDID: FL-2013-0273
Date: 2013-06-15 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 10:10:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: ATLANTIC OCEAN
NearestCityTown: NEPTUNE BEACH
County: DUVAL
WaterConditions: Rough
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Equipment failure
AccidentCause2: Hazardous waters
EquipmentFailure: Auxiliary
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On 06/15/2013 at approximately 10:10 am, the operator and two occupants of Vessel 1 (V1) were engaged in saltwater fishing approximately 2 miles east of Neptune Beach Florida in the Atlantic Ocean.  The operator of V1 observed the deck of V1 filling with water.  V1 bilge pumps were not operable.  V1 filled with water causing it to capsize.  Prior to capsizing, the operator of V1 and the two occupants put on personal flotation devices (PFD).  An emergency VHF radio call was made to Sea Tow for assistance.  The occupants and operator left V1 and entered the water when V1 capsized.  The PFD worn by the operator slipped off as he entered the water.  The operator was able to take possession of a floating fender to stay afloat.  Operator and occupants were in the water for approximately one hour before being rescued.  USCG personnel picked up the operator and occupants and returned them to shore.  No injuries were reported and medical treatment was not requested.  V1 washed ashore in the 1500 block of Beach Avenue in Atlantic Beach Florida.  Sea Tow made arrangements for removal of V1 from the shoreline.


BARDID: FL-2013-0274
Date: 2013-06-09 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:30:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: CANAL - RANDALL BLVD.
NearestCityTown: NAPLES
County: COLLIER
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On June 9, 2013, at approximately 1415 hours, V1 was traveling north on a canal located at Randall Blvd., and 27th Ave NE in Naples, Florida.  V1 swerved right and struck the canal's east embankment. V1 traveled approximately three (3) feet up the embankment, and approximately twelve (12) feet along and parallel to the embankment before re-entering the canal, bow first (nose dive). V1 became disabled and partially submerged in the canal. The operator (V1) was the only occupant on board at the time of crash, and was ejected from V1 on initial impact. The operator (V1) reported he was traveling approximately 20 mph prior to impact.  
Injuries to right leg includes abrasions, avulsions, incisions and lacerations. Refer to photographs #13 and #14.


BARDID: FL-2013-0275
Date: 2013-06-09 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:45:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: RIVER
NearestCityTown: MORSE SHORES
County: LEE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Sharp turn
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 was operated by a subject who had very little experience with air thrust vessels. The operator was maneuvering in shallow waters along with two other people on board. Shortly after taking over the throttle lever, the operator made a sharp left turn to steer away from the channel. The sharp turn caused the 12 foot air boat to rapidly take on water over the left side. The vessel rolled and began to lower into the water and subsequently sunk to the bottom in shallow water. All three passengers carefully jumped off the boat as it was swamping (no POB's were ejected or injured). A good Samaritan who was passing by radioed the USCG who responded to the scene. Coast Guard then assisted by transporting all passengers back to shore. The vessel was later salvaged and towed back to the Davis Boat Ramp by Sea-Tow and loaded back onto the trailer. No citations were issued.


BARDID: FL-2013-0276
Date: 2013-06-09 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:05:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: ST. LUCIE RIVER
NearestCityTown: PALM CITY
County: MARTIN
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
RedactedNarrative:
V1 was heading Southwest in the St lucie river near marker 38 at approximately 18 knots. The vessel was at the very starboard edge of the river during low tide when it ran aground. one subject received a laceration to the forehead and was transported to the hospital. the vessel received approximately 2000 dollars in damage to the props. The operator was not under the influence, showing no signs of impairment. the operator however received a warning for inattentiveness. ; victim was sitting on a cooler near the stern of the boat facing the bow, when it ran aground. The sudden stop sent victim from her seat into the cabin striking her head on an unknown object She received a laceration to her forehead and was taken to the hospital by Fire Rescue.


BARDID: FL-2013-0277
Date: 2013-05-18 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:00:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: HURRICANE PASS
NearestCityTown: DUNEDIN
County: PINELLAS
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
SeaDoo260 (V2) was westbound and turning/decreasing speed when struck by SeaDoo215 (V1) on port side. Operator V2 ejected and sustained injuries (bruising) to left hip and left knee.  Operator V1 uninjured.; Operator of V2 sustained contusions to the left hip and contusions inside the left knee.


BARDID: FL-2013-0278
Date: 2013-05-25 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:13:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: ATLANTIC OCEAN
NearestCityTown: SEBASTIAN
County: INDIAN RIVER
WaterConditions: Rough
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Engine
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
V1 stalled resulting in inability to maneuver.  Strong outgoing tidal current carried V1 through the inlet, stern first.  V1 took waves over the stern resulting in swamping of V1.  Swamping of V1 and failure of bilge pump caused V1 to capsize and five people on board to be thrown into the water.  V1 and five POB's drifted to shore approximately 50 yards south of the inlet.


BARDID: FL-2013-0279
Date: 2013-05-31 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 22:26:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: INDIAN RIVER LAGOON
NearestCityTown: MELBOURNE
County: BREVARD
WaterConditions: Rough
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Other
OtherAccidentCause: passenger/skier behavior
AccidentEvent1: Fall in vessel
AccidentEvent2: Falls overboard
RedactedNarrative:
Occupant of V1 was climbing down ladder from flybridge and lost footing.  Occupant fell approximately 10-15 feet, right heel impacted V1's port side gunwale and occupant fell into water.  Operator of V1 pulled occupant into vessel and docked at Front St. boat ramp in Melbourne, where occupant received medical attention.  Occupant was transported to Holmes Regional Hospital.  ; :Fracture of right heel. Abrasion (rope burn) right forearm.


BARDID: FL-2013-0280
Date: 2013-05-30 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:45:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: CHOCTAWHATCHEE BAY
NearestCityTown: DESTIN
County: OKALOOSA
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Thursday
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On May 27, 2013, I, Officer, of The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, along with FWC Officer, were notified by U.S. Coast Guard of a boating accident that had occurred on Crab Island in Choctawhatchee Bay. 

At approximately 12:45 PM, Operator1 was operating a pontoon boat (vessel 1) in the Crab Island area, when she collided with the stern of a 90 foot houseboat (vessel 2), which had 2 PWC's (vessel's 3 and 4) loaded on the back platform.

Before colliding with vessels, 2, 3, and 4, three men from vessel 1 jumped in the water to try and guide the pontoon boat away from hitting the houseboat and PWC's. Vessel 1 got caught in the current, so Operator1 gave it full throttle, causing vessel 1 to collide with vessels 2, 3, and 4. Operator1 then put vessel 1 in reverse and backed off of vessels 2, 3, and 4, and then put it in gear causing her to collide with the 3 vessels again. 

Three men on the back of vessel 2 were trying to tell Operator1 what to do to get vessel 1 off of the other 3 vessels. Operator1 eventually got vessel 1 away from vessels 2, 3, and 4 and pulled off to the side to call for assistance from U.S. Coast Guard and FWC.


BARDID: FL-2013-0281
Date: 2013-05-25 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:57:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: EAST OF GASPARILLA SOUND
NearestCityTown: ROTONDA
County: CHARLOTTE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
AccidentEvent3: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
SYNOPSIS
On Saturday May 25th 2013, at approximately 1300 hours, boating accident FWSW13Off6088 occurred in a narrow passage near Smiths Gap in Placida, Charlotte County, Florida.  Vessel 1, a 17' skiff, was on plane heading south out of the mouth of the passageway. The mouth of the passageway is narrow and has limited visibility when entering or exiting the passage. Vessel 2, a 16' airboat, was on plane headed west northwest into the entrance of the passageway.  As the two vessels suddenly observed each other the following actions occurred. Vessel 1 hesitated then attempted to turn to starboard (right) and accelerated. Vessel 2 powered completely down and veered to port (left). The starboard bow of vessel 2 collided with the port aft of vessel 1 ejecting one occupant. The ejected occupant suffered a fractured pelvis in two places and a broken femur in two places. She also sustained substantial bruising on her left side.
The other occupants of Vessel 1 and the occupants of Vessel 2 were uninjuried.


BARDID: FL-2013-0282
Date: 2013-05-12 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:00:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: ROCKY BAYOU
NearestCityTown: NICEVILLE
County: OKALOOSA
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Electrical
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (non-fuel)
RedactedNarrative:
On 12 May, 2013, I (Investigator of the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission) responded to a boat fire in Rocky Bayou.  Upon My arrival the vessel was fully involved and the persons on board had already been recovered by a good Samaritan.  At the dock I interviewed the Owner/Operator and his occupant . 

They gave the following account:
       Fueled boat at Bluewater Bay Marina where they keep it. (200 Gals)  
       They dropped anchor on the southeast side of the bridge and occupant went to bow to use the phone.
       As occupant was on the bow talking on phone, operator started to smell an odor he believed to be burning wires.
       They lifted anchor in attempt to make it back to Bluewater Bay Marina.
       As they rounded the corner a hatch was opened and a lot of smoke was coming out. 
       They again dropped anchor and abandoned ship.
       Another vessel grabbed the anchor line and pulled the Vessel farther away from shore to protect some docks.

Destin Fire  rescue  arrived on scene and started pumping water into the vessel.  The fire was extinguished and the vessel sunk.  A commercial company was later brought in to raise the vessel and remove it from the water. Due to the vessel being submerged under the saltwater and the corrosion that followed its salvage, i am unable to determine the origin of the fire.

In subsequent interviews the owner stated that they had had the vessel worked on approximately 3 months before.

Based on the information and evidence available at this time  there are no charges.


BARDID: FL-2013-0283
Date: 2013-06-05 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:48:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: ATLANTIC
NearestCityTown: MARATHON
County: MONROE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Wednesday
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
RedactedNarrative:
On 6-5-13 documented vessel DO1042345, operated by Operator was leaving its Mooring in the city mooring field of Boot Key Harbor. Once the vessel was undone from its mooring Operator's put the motors in gear and began to head towards the channel. As he was nearing the channel an occupant of the vessel was placing a hand help GPS in its holder, when it fell and struck Operator's foot. Operator then reached down to retrieve the GPS. While he was doing that his boat struck a city owned informational marker. He radioed City Marina and informed them of what happened and continued out to sea to go sailing for the afternoon. City Marina contacted dispatch and i arrived shortly later looking for the sailing vessel. The Marina manager explained what had happened and that the vessel was going to return shortly. I made contact with Operator an hour later and was able to gather the details of the accident and take a witness statement. Operator was issued a warning for Violation of Navigation Rule 5 Improper Lookout.


BARDID: FL-2013-0284
Date: 2013-05-25 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:00:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: BISCAYNE BAY
NearestCityTown: CUTLER RIDGE
County: MIAMI-DADE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Missing or Inadequate Navigation Aids
AccidentEvent1: Collision with submerged object
RedactedNarrative:
On May, 27, 2013 I was notified about a boating accident that occurred on May, 25 at approximately 1100hrs. Operator was heading East through Black Point Channel at idle speed, when he felt something struck the bottom of his vessel. He looked into the water and saw that channel marker #7 was completely submerged underneath the water surface, making the marker not visible. The collision damage was to the port side lower unit, skeg, propeller and on the starboard side damage to the propeller.  Upon my investigation I concluded that marker #7 was submerged and caused damage to vessel.

There were no violation which contributed to this accident.

The current registration on the vessel FL 6517 PD is a dealer registration number. The previous registration is FL 8830 NM.


BARDID: FL-2013-0285
Date: 2013-05-19 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:00:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: ATLANTIC OCEAN
NearestCityTown: KEY BISCAYNE
County: MIAMI-DADE
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
RedactedNarrative:
On 5/19/13, FWC Officers responded to a report of a single vessel boating accident near Key Biscayne.  Officer responded to the scene but upon arrival noticed everyone had left the scene.  The PWC involved in the accident was unable to be located.  They were unable to obtain any information about the PWC.  Officers responded to Jackson Memorial Hospital Ryder Trauma Center where the victim had been transported to.  They spoke to the victim who's injuries included "vaginal bleeding".  When the Officers asked her who was operating the PWC she stated that she did not know the operator's name nor any other information about him.  Officers were unable to obtain any more information about the accident.;   investigators believe the injury was most likely from falling of jet ski at high speed or by the water jet from the PWC.


BARDID: FL-2013-0286
Date: 2013-05-19 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:00:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: BLACK CREEK
NearestCityTown: GREEN COVE SPRINGS
County: CLAY
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
RedactedNarrative:
Sometime between 5-12-13 and 5-19-13, an unknown vessel collided with victims dock causing damage.  The vessel then left the scene. There were no witnesses to the accident.


BARDID: FL-2013-0287
Date: 2013-06-09 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:15:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: INLET
NearestCityTown: STUART
County: MARTIN
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Navigation rules violation
AccidentEvent1: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Operator was ejected from his vessel.
     On 6/9/13 at approximately 1615 hrs, I, Officer with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) was on patrol when I received information from the Martin County Sheriffs Office marine deputies that there was a boat doing circles by the inlet with nobody onboard.  I arrived on scene at approximately 1621 hrs.  Upon arrival I observed a 19' center console boat (FL 6907 JC) doing circles in a clockwise direction near green channel marker 9 just west of the St. Lucie Inlet with nobody onboard at that time.
     Tow Boat U.S. and Sea Tow were able to get the boat stopped.  It was a that time that the operator of the vessel was located and picked up by Deputy Sheriff of the Martin County Sheriffs Office.  The boat and operator were taken to Sandsprit Park Boat Ramp located in Stuart, FL.
     While at Sandsprit Park, I identified the operator who denied medical treatment when asked.  I asked Operator what happened and he advised that he was traveling to the Martin County Sandbar.  While on the way to the sandbar, his boat was struck with large wake throwing him off the right side of his boat (starboard side).  While being ejected, Operator advised that he grabbed the wheel to try to prevent being ejected.  When he grabbed the wheel, the center console appeared to have come unscrewed detaching from the hull of the boat.  While at Sandsprit I asked Operator if he was wearing his kill switch lanyard and he advised he was not wearing it at the time he got ejected.  I also called Operator on 6/12/13 at approximately 1629 hrs to confirm he was not wearing his kill switch lanyard at the time he was ejected and he advised that was correct. 
     Given the totality of the circumstances, I did not issue Operator any citations but concluded that it was operator inattentiveness and careless operation that led to the cause of this accident.  End of report.


BARDID: FL-2013-0290
Date: 2013-06-02 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:15:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: KINGSLEY LAKE
NearestCityTown: UNINCORPORATED
County: CLAY
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
V-1 (FL1774NL) traveled in a Southeast direction towards V-2 (FL3370KN).  Before impact, V-2 made a quick turn to the starboard side to avoid collision.  V-1 continued traveling Southeast without altering course resulting in vessel impact.  V-2 was struck on the side and under hull of the portside bow with the upper side of the portside bow of V-1 resulting in V-2 being overturned to the starboard side.  Extensive disabling damage was caused to V-2 and minor functional damage was caused to V-1.  V-2 Operator was momentarily trapped underneath V-2 but quickly freed and floated to the top. V-2 Operator was transported by EMS.  V-1 Operator did not report any injury.  V-2 Operator was treated and later released from the hospital with minor lower back injuries.     ; Medical personnel determined victim only suffered minor sprains and strains in her lower back tendons and ligaments, with no broken bones.  victim was treated on 06/02/13 and released on 06/03/13.


BARDID: FL-2013-0291
Date: 2013-06-01 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:45:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: GRAND LAGOON
NearestCityTown: PANAMA CITY BEACH
County: BAY
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
RedactedNarrative:
On June 01,2013 at approximately 145pm vessel-1 was moored to dock, which is adjacent to the Grand Lagoon channel. The occupants of vessel-1 advised that vessel-2 was west bound and created a wake that caused damage to vessel-1.


BARDID: FL-2013-0292
Date: 2013-06-22 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:30:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: BIG PASS
NearestCityTown: SIESTA KEY
County: SARASOTA
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentEvent1: Skier mishap
RedactedNarrative:
Subject was on a tube being towed by a pwc in big pass.  The pwc was headed east in the pass at a high rate of speed and began to make a turn to port.  As the pwc turned the tube began to slingshot outside of the wake.  Subject fell off the tube.  As he fell off the tube his right leg crossed over his left leg and upon impact with the water subject broke his right femur


BARDID: FL-2013-0293
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2013-05-26 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:50:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: ANGELFISH CREEK
NearestCityTown: KEY LARGO
County: MONROE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Navigation rules violation
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
RedactedNarrative:
This accident involved two personal watercrafts which jumped the wake of the same vessel and then crashed head on. No injuries reported. Both operators were wearing life jackets. One PWC received minor damage, the other was a total loss.


BARDID: FL-2013-0294
Date: 2013-06-17 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:51:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: ATLANTIC OCEAN
NearestCityTown: MUNSON ISLAND
County: MONROE
WaterConditions: Rough
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Monday
AccidentCause1: Force of wave/wake
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
RedactedNarrative:
On 6/17/13, while on water patrol, I Officer received a call from FWC dispatch advising us of an overturned vessel by Looe Key SPA. We responded and arrived on scene approximately 10 mins later, and found a capsized vessel, and both of the occupants on a different vessel, having been rescued from the water.  Neither of the occupants needed medical treatment.
The vessel was a rental boat, the owner was notified, and he arranged for the salvage of the vessel.  I collected all the required information, and returned the occupants to their residence on Ramrod Key.  The operator and occupants statements support the reason the vessel took on water.  they stated the dive door at the stern of the vessel would not latch properly and kept allowing water to enter the vessel with each wave.  the bilge pump was not able to keep up with the inflow.  The vessel was started in an attempt to return to shore and also remove the water but at that time the vessel was swamped and the engines shut down.  The occupants called out a mayday and later they got into the water as the vessel later flooded then capsized.


BARDID: FL-2013-0295
Date: 2013-06-18 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 09:14:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: MATANZAS PASS
NearestCityTown: FORT MYERS BEACH
County: LEE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Tuesday
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
RedactedNarrative:
V1 WAS DEPARTING THE DOCKS OF OLSEN MARINE OF FORT MYERS BEACH ENROUTE TO NAPLES, FLORIDA.

THE OPERATOR OF V1 COLLIDED WITH V2, WHICH WAS DOCKED AT THE MARINA.  THE PORT SIDE OF V1 IMPACTED THE STERN OF V2.


BARDID: FL-2013-0296
Date: 2013-06-22 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:37:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: GULF OF MEXICO
NearestCityTown: ST. PETERSBURG
County: PINELLAS
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
RedactedNarrative:
V1 was traveling north at a slow speed just west of Egmont Key.  V2 was heading west and struck V1 on their port bow causing damage and injury.; One victim had bruising on her right side.


BARDID: FL-2013-0297
Date: 2013-06-14 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 23:00:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: CALOOSAHATCHEE RIVER
NearestCityTown: PUNTA RASA
County: LEE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel 1 (FL7562NZ) traveling West through Miserable Mile exiting the slow speed manatee zone on June 14, 2013 at approximately 23:00 hrs.  The operator stated that he believed he had exited the slow speed manatee zone and had put his vessel on a plane to head toward Punta Rassa Boat ramp to pick up a friend. Operator said that he was only on plane for a couple minutes, when he looked down at his GPS unit to see if he still was in the channel. He stated that as soon as he looked back up, he saw a pole and attempted to steer left to try to avoid the collision. Operator's vessel struck a double pole manatee sign. The vessel hit the pole on the starboard side about two feet back from the bow. (See Attached Pictures) the pole crushed about 12" of the fiberglass and removed the rub rail before making a 12" diameter size hole. The vessel impacted the pole with enough force to break the pole beneath the water line. The vessel continued forward at which time the vessel struck the second pole with the back half causing minor fiberglass damage adjacent to the center console and impact markers on the pole.( See Attached Pictures) Operator stated that all he remembers from the crash was the sound of the fiberglass breaking.

Operator stated that after it happened he quickly checked on his passenger to make sure he was alright. Operator then checked on the vessel and noticed the hole at the bow. He then proceeded slowly back the dock where he keeps the vessel. Once back to the dock he contacted Lee County Sheriffs through #911, and then was transferred to FWC Dispatch in Tampa.


BARDID: FL-2013-0298
Date: 2013-05-26 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:11:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: NORTH RIVER, ICW
NearestCityTown: ST. AUGUSTINE
County: SAINT JOHNS
WaterConditions: Calm
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Congested waters
AccidentCause2: Force of wave/wake
AccidentEvent1: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On May 26, 2013 at approximately 1111 hours V1, a recreational 21 foot center console vessel, was at idle while skier was getting situated on tube.  The wake from a large passing vessel caused V1 to rock violently, ejecting the occupant/victim.  The victim struck his head on the gunwale as he fell out of V1.  The victim sustained a laceration to the forehead.  He surfaced and swam to the skier on the tube.  Both the skier and the victim were picked up by the operator.  The operator then transported the victim to a restaurant, Caps On the Water, where EMS was waiting to check out the injured.  The victim was transported by EMS to Flagler Hospital in St. Augustine where he was treated and released.; Victim sustained a laceration to the forhead, and he was transported to Flagler Hospital in St. Augustine where he received stitches and was released.


BARDID: FL-2013-0300
Date: 2013-06-18 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:25:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: ALAFIA RIVER
NearestCityTown: GIBSONTON
County: HILLSBOROUGH
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Tuesday
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Skier mishap
AccidentEvent3: Person struck by vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #2 a 20 foot center console was towing a tube with man aboard and being followed by single occupant on a personal water craft, vessel#1. Vessel #2 abruptly slows at which time Vessel#1 collides with tube.;


BARDID: FL-2013-0301
Date: 2013-06-15 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:30:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: ST. JOHNS RIVER
NearestCityTown: JACKSONVILLE
County: DUVAL
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Navigation rules violation
AccidentEvent1: Collision with submerged object
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/swamping
RedactedNarrative:
V-1 was heading north in the St. Johns River near buoy 57. V-1 moved outside of the channel to give-way to an approaching container ship. V-1 ran over an exposed dredge pipe and started taking on water. JSO Marine Officers saw that the operator of the vessel needed some assistance. The JSO Marine Officers towed the vessel back on plane to their facility to prevent it from sinking.


BARDID: FL-2013-0302
Date: 2013-05-31 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:30:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: KINGSLY LAKE / CAMP BLANDING
NearestCityTown: MIDDLEBURG
County: CLAY
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentCause2: Navigation rules violation
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
AccidentEvent3: Person struck by vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On May 31, 2013 at approximately 1930hrs two PWC's collided in Kingsley Lake at Camp Blanding National Guard Training Facility. The two PWC's were running on full plane at approximately 35-40 MPH parallel to each other. Both PWC's made a quick turn towards each other and were unable to correct there direction before colliding. The collision was a side to side impact ejecting one operator who impacted the other PWC. The operator sustained serious injuries from the impact.  The victim was airlifted to Shands Hospital in Gainesville FL. where he was admitted into the Trauma Unit. 

AT - CRASH 
     According to witnesses both operators had been making tight "S" turns and circles. At some point both operators made a quick turn towards each other and were unable to correct direction to avoid collision. The impact was a forward mid-ship side to side collision. Operator1 was ejected from his PWC and his body impacted Operator2's PWC.

POST - CRASH
After the collision, Operator1 was unconscious in the water and Operator2 remained seated on his PWC. Operator2 exited his PWC and swam to Operator1 to assist. Operator2 stated that Operator1 was not breathing and blue in the face. A vessel saw the two in the water and could see Operator2 holding Operator1 and calling for help. Good samaritan went to their aid and helped load Operator1 into his vessel. Good samaritan stated that Operator1 was not breathing and blue in the face. Good samaritan had his son call 911. On the way back to shore, Operator2 began CPR on Operator1. At some point Operator1 began breathing on his own. E.M.T.'s arrived and prepared Operator1 to be airlifted to Shands Hospital in Gainesville FL.

INVESTIGATION
Operator2 stated that this was the first day he has operated a PWC. He advised that they were side by side headed towards the middle of the lake. He said that they both made a turn and ended up colliding. Operator2 stated that Operator1 came off his PWC and struck him and his PWC. I did not notice any signs of alcohol or impairment while interviewing Operator2. I inspected the two PWC's and had Officer take photographs. The damage was consistent with the collision that Operator2 and witnesses stated. FWC Officer went to Shands Hospital Gainesville FL. to follow up on the operator of V1. Officer advised that Operator1 (operator V1) was in critical condition. The hospital did a medical blood draw and his preliminary blood alcohol was .115.  Operator1 sustained many injuries resulting from the accident including broken ribs, ruptured spleen, bruised kidney, and Lung issues.
     On June 07, 2013 FWC Investigator went to Shands Hospital Gainesville to obtain a statement from Operator1. Inv. advised that Operator1 did not remember the accident and could not recall any details leading up to the accident. Operator1 advised the investigator that he had approximately 30 - 40 hours experience on a PWC. He also stated that this was the first time operating a PWC in Florida. At the time of the interview Operator1 was listed in stable condition and expected to recover from injuries.

CONCLUSION
     V1 and V2 departed from the shoreline area at a high rate of speed. Both operators (V1-Operator1, V2-Operator2) were inexperienced on water jet personnel water craft (PWC). V1 and V2 were operating in close proximity to each other performing tight turns and circles. At some point, the paths of the two vessels put them into a collision course and the operators were unable to avoid the collision. V1 struck V2 port side to starboard side forward mid-ship. Operator Operator1 was ejected from V1 and collided with V2 sustaining serious bodily injuries. V2 sustained the majority of the damage, con


BARDID: FL-2013-0303
Date: 2013-06-17 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:42:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: TAMPA BAY
NearestCityTown: ST. PETERSBURG
County: PINELLAS
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Monday
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentEvent1: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
V1 was traveling in Tampa Bay returning home from a fishing trip. V1 struck a large wake causing the two occupants of V1 to be thrown out. V1 remained in gear spinning in circles around the two occupants. ; Victim received a broken leg when he was ejected from the vessel.


BARDID: FL-2013-0304
Date: 2013-06-02 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:40:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: ICW
NearestCityTown: FORT PIERCE
County: SAINT LUCIE
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Force of wave/wake
AccidentEvent1: Person Ejected from Vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by propeller
RedactedNarrative:
Based on the witness statements given by the two individuals , they were leaving Rope Swing Island shortly after a large yacht passed by heading North. Operator stated that he was operating the vessel South, had just gotten the vessel on plane, and had adjusted the motor trim and trim tabs when his vessel encountered the wake created by the passing yacht. Operator and Occupant stated that after hitting the wake their vessel took a sharp right turn causing both individuals to be ejected from the vessel. Operator was not wearing his kill switch; therefore, the vessel continued to run on plane in tight circles. Operator was able to get away from the vessel uninjured but Occupant was stuck in the middle of the circling vessel. Occupant was stuck by the propeller or skeg of the vessel before a Good Samaritan was able to get him clear of the unmanned vessel. Occupant was taken to North Bridge boat ramp and transported to Lawnwood Hospital with a laceration to his left thumb and index finger, and later went into surgery to have a pin put in his index finger and received sutures on both fingers.;


BARDID: FL-2013-0305
Date: 2013-06-16 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:00:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: BISCAYNE BAY
NearestCityTown: MIAMI
County: MIAMI-DADE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
RedactedNarrative:
At approximately 1306 hrs FWC dispatch received a report concerning a boat accident in the vicinity of Bear Cut, ocean side. At approximately 1320 hrs the vessel was located by FWC and it was confirmed that there were not serious injuries. However, there was extensive damage to one of the vessels.
      A 25 foot Robalo occupied by 8 passengers was anchored in the area when suddenly, a personal water craft (PWC) with two people on board impacted it on its port beam. The impact caused extensive damage to the fiberglass and was estimated at $5,000. 
      According to the operator of the PWC, the collision occurred when her hair blocked her vision and she was unable to see the 25 Robalo in her path. She explained that her male companion told her to turn hard left but it was already too late to deviate from her course and avoid a collision. The 25 Robalo was anchored parallel to the sand bar with its bow toward the Atlantic Ocean (East). The PWC was traveling on a South East course when it impacted the vessel in question causing extensive damage to its port side. 
      After reviewing the cause of the accident as well as the totality of the circumstances and all available evidence, it was determined that the driver of the PWC was operating it carelessly. 
      She was cited for careless operation of a vessel F.S.327.33 (2) V372634 and for operating  a vessel in Florida waters without a valid Boater I.D. Card F.S.327.395 (1) V372633. 
     See attached photographs taken at Crandon Park Boat Ramp and marina for further information.


BARDID: FL-2013-0306
Date: 2013-06-17 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:00:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: GULF OF MEXICO
NearestCityTown: KEY WEST
County: MONROE
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Monday
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause2: Force of wave/wake
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On 6/17/2013 at approximately 1700 Operator was operating a PWC with passenger.  Operator hit a large wave which changed his PWC's direction towards a day marker.  Both struck the marker and sustained injuries.

On 6/17/2013 while on land patrol I was made aware directly by USCG Key West of a PWC accident in Key West Harbor.  Coast Guard advised that a PWC with two occupants collided with a day marker resulting in injuries to both the operator and occupant.  I met with the owner of Barefoot Billy's, the livery that rented the PWC, and obtained witness statements from the guide of the jet ski tour and from the sons girlfriend.  Neither party witnessed the accident but did assist in rescue efforts after the collision.  After photographing the vessel which sustained substantial damage to the forward aspect of the PWC I met with the operator and occupant of the PWC at Lower Keys Medical Center. Operator stated that he was following the tour guide in a single file line all the way in the back because he did not want to go too fast.  Operator also stated that as he neared the first day marker of the channel he struck a large wave which changed the course of his direction towards the day marker.  He said he was approximately twenty five feet away from the marker before he hit the wave.  After he struck the wave he stated that he had no time to change the path of the PWC before collision.  Operator stated that he hit the handlebars and ejected over the PWC missing the marker.  occupant stated she was ejected and struck her left side on the marker.

As stated in the witness statements, the collision was witnessed by a nearby vessel.   I spoke to captain of vessel on the phone and he stated that he did not witness the collision but he did witness the PWC before and after the accident.  He stated that the PWC was following in the rear of the tour.  The PWC hit the wake of the PWC in front of him.  Captain stated that he believes that after the PWC hit the wake the PWC then hit the day marker.  No charges to the operator or livery.
Operator sustained deep abrasions to his left thigh.  No loss of conciousness.  See photo.; occupant sustained a fractured left wrist and abrasions to her left hand, hip, and ankle.  She also had a left eye contusion and lower back pain.  No loss of conciousness.  See photo.


BARDID: FL-2013-0307
Date: 2013-05-22 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 06:30:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: INDIAN RIVER
NearestCityTown: VERO BEACH
County: INDIAN RIVER
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Fair
DayofWeek: Wednesday
AccidentCause1: Restricted vision
AccidentCause2: Improper lookout
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Grounding
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel 1 was leaving Vero Beach city Marina heading to the main channel. While maneuvering to the channel V1 hit the manatee zone sign on the south side of Fritz Island. V1 then became grounded in shallow water and was towed off by Boat US. 
Vessel 1 had just left Vero beach city marina and was maneuvering his vessel to get in the main channel. He advised that his view was obscured by his mast and secured main sail and there was an early morning mist. V1 hit the manatee sign on the south side of Fritz Island knocking it over to the water line. The vessel then became grounded in shallow water and was towed off by Boat US. He notified the US Coast Guard by telephone. Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission was not notified until a later date by boating and waterways section.


BARDID: FL-2013-0308
Date: 2013-06-25 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:26:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: DESTIN PASS
NearestCityTown: DESTIN
County: OKALOOSA
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Tuesday
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
V1 rental pwc, two pob, northbound on plane in posted idle speed restricted zone with tidal current. Failed to navigate entering bridge outside of fender system. Struck concrete support bow-on, ejecting operator and occupant. Injuries beyond first aid.;operator:broken left wrist broken left elbow impact with steering column ejected into water; victim2:left knee, interior thigh right index finger


BARDID: FL-2013-0309
Date: 2013-05-27 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:00:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: BISCAYNE BAY
NearestCityTown: HOMESTEAD
County: MIAMI-DADE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Monday
AccidentCause1: Other
OtherAccidentCause: passenger/skier behavior
AccidentEvent1: Other
OtherAccidentEvent: person tangled in vessel equip
RedactedNarrative:
Operator returned from sea and was securing the vessel at his slip in Black point marina. While his wife was trying to secure the port spring line, her fingers got caught up between the line and cleat. Victim lost the tips of the middle and ring fingers on her right hand as well as the tip other ring finger of the left hand. Operator rushed his wife to Jackson south hospital for treatment. This accident was reported on June 4th, 2013, Operator advised that he needed the report for insurance purposes. ;


BARDID: FL-2013-0310
Date: 2013-05-25 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:41:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: SAN CARLOS BAY
NearestCityTown: FT. MYERS
County: LEE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by vessel
AccidentEvent3: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
V1 and V2 were traveling northbound from the Sanibel Causeway (A-Span). V1 was traveling on the port side of V2 approximately 20 yards away. V1 turned into V2 striking the vessel in the port bow. After striking V2, V1 rolled over to the port side as V2 passed over the hull of V1. V2's port side lower unit skeg cut through the hull of V1 and sheered off propeller assembly of V2. V1 was inoperable and was towed to the boat ramp. V2 returned on its own power.

The operator of V1 was recovered by V2. His initial observed and reported injuries were laceration of the right shin, complaint of pain in the right elbow, and back. The driver of V1 was transported to Punta Rassa Boat Ramp where Lee County EMS was waiting for his arrival. The driver of V1 was transported to the hospital for his injuries.

During a follow-up to the investigation, deputies were notified the driver of V1 had a broken right elbow, surgery to the lower right leg, and fractured spine in three locations. The driver of V1 stated he was traveling north from Sanibel Causeway (A-Span). The water was rough and there was a high volume of boat traffic. The driver of V1 attempted to turn east out of the channel, but did not look behind him.While making the right turn, V1 struck V2 in the port bow at approximately 35 to 40 mph. The driver of V1 has no further memory of the crash after striking V2.


BARDID: FL-2013-0311
Date: 2013-05-23 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:00:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: BAY
NearestCityTown: MIAMI
County: MIAMI-DADE
WaterConditions: Choppy
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Thursday
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Congested waters
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
RedactedNarrative:
THE COMPLAINANT STATED THAT ON THURSDAY THE 23RD OF MAY AT APPROX. 1700 HOURS VESSEL #2 WAS AT ANCHOR JUST EAST OF THE DINNER KEY CHANNEL. VESSEL #1 WAS TIED OFF TO THE BACK OF VESSEL #2. HE FURTHER STATED THAT VESSEL #3 WAS OPERATING TOO FAST IN THE CHANNEL AS HE WAS HEADING NORTH IN THE CHANNEL HE CAUSED A LARGE WAKE. THE WAKE CAUSED VESSEL #1 TO GET WEDGED UNDERNEATH VESSEL #2'S REAR TRANSOM CAUSING DAMAGE TO BOTH VESSELS. COMPLAINANT STATED THAT VESSEL #3 CONTINUED GOING INTO THE MARINA WITHOUT STOPPING. COMPLAINANT ONLY KNOWS THE VESSEL OPERATOR by his first name AND SAID THAT HE IS DOCKED IN PIER 9 SLIP 23. MARINA PERSONEL WERE ASKED FOR FURTHER INFO.


BARDID: FL-2013-0312
Date: 2013-05-03 00:00:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: ICW
NearestCityTown: West Palm Beach
County: PALM BEACH
WaterConditions: Unknown
Wind: Unknown
Visibility: Unkn
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel "Business" was struck by another vessel while docked at Palm Harbor Marina, WPB. Between dates 5/3-5/8/13. No known witness, no description of vessel #2. See enclosed photo.


BARDID: FL-2013-0313
Date: 2013-06-02 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:15:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: Black Creek
NearestCityTown: Middleburg
County: CLAY
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
RedactedNarrative:
V2operator was headed downstream close to and parallel to 'Black Creek Beach' a sanda area along the shore of Black Creek. Operator2 was operating on the starboard side of a narrow waterway.

V1operator, was headed across Black Creek with intent to beach his vessel on the sand. Operator1 claimed to be distracted by the need to search for underwater stumps thought to be nearby. Operator1's vessel's bow struck the port side of V2.

Operator2, attempted to warn Operator1 by shouting. Operator2 also attempted to accelerate so as to avoid collision, in the process causing the amidships section of his vessel to rise high enough to be struck by the point of Operator1's bow.

Operator1 admitted fault - did not see Operator2's vessel. In addition, this was a crossing situation, with Operator2's vessel to starboard, making Operator1's vessel the Give-way vessel as per Inland NAvigation Rules.

Operator2's vessel sustained damage to its port side, approximately 1-2 square feet of fiberglass completely stove in. Operator1's vessel sustained minor scratches to its bow at the hull deck joint. Red paint from Operator2's vessel appeared to have been transferred to Operator1's vessel bow.


BARDID: FL-2013-0314
Date: 2013-06-16 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:40:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: LAKE OSBOURNE SOUTH
NearestCityTown: LANTANA
County: PALM BEACH
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Steering
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel 1 was traveling south along the west bank of Lake Osbourne south. The vessel was being driven by the operator/owner, and with him was 1 passenger. The vessel was towing a raft with riders. operator stated that the vessel's steering gave out which caused him to crash into the dock and boat lift. The operator and passengers all stated that they were not injured and refused any medical treatment. The operator was able to take the vessel back to his residence. Estimated damage to the vessel was $2000 and to the dock was $10000.


BARDID: FL-2013-0315
Date: 2013-06-10 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:36:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: ATLANTIC OCEAN
NearestCityTown: POMPANO BEACH
County: BROWARD
WaterConditions: Rough
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Monday
AccidentCause1: Weather
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
RedactedNarrative:
AS V1 ENTERED HILLSBORO INLET A WAVE CAME OVER THE TRANSOM FILLING THE STERN OF THE VESSEL WITH WATER. V1 CAPSIZED AND SANK.


BARDID: FL-2013-0316
Date: 2013-05-27 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:00:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: HILLSBORO INLET
NearestCityTown: POMPANO BEACH
County: BROWARD
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Monday
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Engine
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
RedactedNarrative:
The operator of vessel 1 was cruising in the bay just inside the hillsboro inlet when the motor stalled and would not restart. Vessel 1 began drifting with the incoming tide when one of his trim tabs became entangled with the anchor line of vessel 2 which was securely anchored at the time of collision. Vessel 1 was then carried by the wind and current around to the starboard side of vessel 2. As the vessels were coming together starboard to starboard, the right hand of operator 1 was pushed through the side of the windshield glass by the bow of vessel 2 while he (operator 1) was attempting to fend off the collision. The breaking glass caused lacerations to the middle, index, and pinky of operator 1's right hand. Operator 1 returned the rental vessel to the concession and transported himself to a local hospital for treatment.

It should be noted that information concerning this collision was obtained from the operator of vessel 1 the next day (05/28/13) over the telephone because he had returned home.


BARDID: FL-2013-0317
Date: 2013-06-05 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:45:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: ICW
NearestCityTown: FT. LAUDERDALE
County: BROWARD
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Wednesday
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
RedactedNarrative:
Sandrine (vessel #2) was properly docked (with numerous fenders) facing east. To the west of sandride is a slow speed zone. The area where sandrine is docked is a 25mph speed zone with a maximum wake of 15 inches.

Subject was working on the stern deck of sandrine when he observed a white 60-70 foot hatteras (vessel #2) traveling eastbound creating a large wake. Subject then yelled at the hatteras to slow down, but it continued at the same speed. This is when dale two people (who were working next to subject) and sandrine's captain, located on the aft deck observed the hatteras. All observed that the pilot house door of the hatteras was open, with two w/m's inside. It was passing within 50 feet. None of the witnesses could give a description of the hatteras's operator, but all observed the name of it, which is "no name/
They all estimated the wake at 3 feet.

The wake created by "no name" caused a wooden piling to snap, damage to a power cord and shore power outlet. It also caused damage to the boarding ladder and caused a large dent to the starboard side of sandrine whee it was pushed into the piling. captain advised that there are security cameras on the residence, but the owner is out of town and will not be able to review them for several days.

No injuries were reported.


BARDID: FL-2013-0318
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2013-05-19 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:30:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: ATLANTIC OCEAN
NearestCityTown: POMPANO BEACH
County: BROWARD
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Hull failure
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
RedactedNarrative:
VESSEL 1 EXITED HILLSBOR INLET AT APPROXIMATELY 1400 HOURS THEN TRAVELED SOUTH BOUND. Operator NOTICED THE VESSEL BECAME SLUGGISH AND THEN REALIZED HE WAS TAKING ON WATER, HE THEN PROCEEDED TOWARDS SHORE. THE VESSEL SANK APPROXIMATELY SEVENTY FIVE FEET FROM THE SHORE. NO ONE WAS INJURED. 

I WAS DISPATCHED AT 1540 HOURS THIS DATE ARRIVING AT 1555 HOURS, UPON ARRIVAL I OBSERVED THE VESSEL AND SAW THE HULL WAS BADLY CRACKED. THE VESSEL IS A TOTAL LOSS ESTIMATED VALUE $2000.00.

THE VESSEL WAS PULLED ONTO THE BEACH AND LATER REMOVED FROM THE WATER.


BARDID: FL-2013-0319
Date: 2013-05-27 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:00:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: ST. MARKS RIVER
NearestCityTown: ST. MARKS
County: WAKULLA
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Monday
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Force of wave/wake
AccidentEvent1: Fall in vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel 1 (V1) was traveling northwest and up current in the St. Marks River.  Vessel 2 (V2) is an unknown vessel at this time and was a white cabin boat and estimated to exceed 30 feet in length.  V2 was traveling southeast and down current in the St. Marks River.  V1 and V2 were in a port side to port side passing situation.  V1 slowed to cross V2's large wake.  During the crossing, the occupant in V1 was seated and suffered a back injury due to the vessel impact with the wake.  Occupant was transported by EMS to the hospital.; The attending Emergency Room Doctor labeled the injury as a "stinger" and stated the effects should subside in approximately a week.


BARDID: FL-2013-0320
Date: 2013-06-25 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:30:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: ICW
NearestCityTown: FORT PIERCE
County: SAINT LUCIE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Tuesday
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Shift
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
RedactedNarrative:
V1 was traveling South in the ICW by North Bridge in Ft. Pierce. The vessel lost the reverse linkage in the vessel and hit the fender system with the front of the vessel.

V1 was traveling South in the ICW going under North Bridge in Ft. Pierce. The vessel was starting to go through the bridge and was at a bad angle. when the operator put the vessel in reverse he could not due to the linkage pin being broken. The front of the vessel, where the anchor pulls up, hit the hand rail on the fender system on the North East Side and broke it, as well as bent some PVC electrical Conduit. Damage to the vessel includes a bent up anchor platform.


BARDID: FL-2013-0322
Date: 2013-05-26 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:10:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: San Carlos Bay
NearestCityTown: Sanibel
County: LEE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by vessel
RedactedNarrative:
V2 was traveling towards land, V2 slowed to stop and when doing so turned vessel to port. V1 was gaining on V2 on her por side and as V2 turned left was struck by V1. Operator of V2 sustained a fractured pelvis, as well as a minor laceration to her left leg.


BARDID: FL-2013-0323
Date: 2013-06-27 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:00:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: GULF OF MEXICO
NearestCityTown: KEY WEST
County: MONROE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Thursday
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Collision with fixed object
RedactedNarrative:
V2 - TIED TO DOCK - NO PERSONS ON BOARD

V1 - 1 POB - MANEUVERING VESSEL INTO HAUL OUT SLIP

V1 -  OPERATOR POWERS FORWARD - OPERATOR LOSES CONTROL - 

V1 - BOW EYE OF V1 STRIKES STARBOARD GUNWALE OF V2 CUTTING THROUGH  GUNWALE

V2 - COLLIDES WITH CONCRETE/PVC PILING ON PORT SIDE BREAKING PILING

V1- OPERATOR POWERS DOWN AND VESSEL SLIDES BACK IN OPPOSITE DIRECTION OF TRAVEL

NO INJURIES


BARDID: FL-2013-0324
Date: 2013-06-25 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:15:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: ICW
NearestCityTown: PALM BEACH SHORES
County: PALM BEACH
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Tuesday
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Throttle
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/swamping
RedactedNarrative:
V1 was attempting to dock at the Buccaneer Marina when the throttles got stuck in reverse.  V1 captain attempted to utilize the emergency shut off switches and was unable to get the engines to react.  V1 collided with the docks at Sailfish Marina which is just south of the Buccaneer Marina.  The transom was stuck under the dock and V1 began to take on water.  All POV were able to get off the vessel and were uninjured.


BARDID: FL-2013-0325
Date: 2013-06-15 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:30:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: LAKE DORA
NearestCityTown: TAVARES
County: LAKE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Poor
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Restricted vision
AccidentCause3: Weather
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
RedactedNarrative:
On the date of 06/15/13 on Lake Dora in the city of Tavares, a pontoon boat bearing Florida registration number FL0117PG (V1) struck a marina piling when entering the vessel docking area. V1 was heading north entering into the marina rental stalls during a heavy rainstorm. There were no injuries sustained.

On 06/24/13, the manager of Tavares Marina contacted our dispatch to report the above crash. The delay in reporting was said to be because another employee waited until manager came back from vacation to see how he wanted to handle the damage.

Employee said he was sitting on the porch of their building during a storm and he heard a scream and a bang. When he looked up he saw V1 against one of the marina pilings. Employee said he checked on V1 and its occupants and no one was injured. Employee said the operator told him he did not see the marina piling because of the rain.

I talked to Operator1 and he said he was trying to get docked because of a rainstorm. While entering the marina he said he was traveling about 5-7 mph, and did not see the marina piling. V1 was damaged on the front to the left of the center ( see attached photos). Operator1 said no one was hurt on his boat.

Operator1 insurance adjuster estimated his damage to his boat to be approximately $7,000.00. The Tavares Marina estimated the cost to reset the piling at $1,000.00 to $2,000.00.

Operator1 will be issued a warning for careless operation, citing USCG Navigation Rule 5, Fail to post a proper lookout.


BARDID: FL-2013-0326
Date: 2013-06-17 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:39:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: DOCTORS LAKE
NearestCityTown: DOCTORS INLET
County: CLAY
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Monday
AccidentCause1: People on gunwale, bow, or transom
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by propeller
RedactedNarrative:
Person was riding on bow of boat. Operator came off throttle. Person riding on bow was ejected into the water and the boat traveled over him. The boats propeller struck his head.; Doctor advised skull laceration with depressed skull fracture above the left eye. Admitted to Shands Hospital of Jacksonville's trama unit.


BARDID: FL-2013-0327
Date: 2013-06-24 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:00:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: ATLANTIC OCEAN
NearestCityTown: BAL HARBOR
County: MIAMI-DADE
WaterConditions: Rough
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Monday
AccidentCause1: Hazardous waters
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On 06/24/13 at approximately 1500 hours, V1 capsized while traveling westbound through Haulover Inlet.  V1 was traveling approximately 20 knots when it capsized.  V1 attempted to compensate for the rough waves inside the inlet by steering towards the northwest. This maneuver caused V1 to roll on its starboard side and then capsized.  V1 was occupied by four males, all of which were ejected out of the vessel and into the water as a result of the accident.  All individuals on board were recovered and there were no major injuries sustained.


BARDID: FL-2013-0328
Date: 2013-05-07 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:30:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: GULF OF MEXICO
NearestCityTown: MARATHON
County: MONROE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Tuesday
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
V1 was on a guided PWC tour when they were to travel under the Tom Harbors Channel bridge # 4 in Monroe County.  The operator made several invasive maneuvers prior to striking the bridge. The operator of the PWC was ejected from the vessel and striking the piling of the old bridge. This accident was witnessed by the operators boyfriend who was following her. After striking the bridge, the tour guide went to her to provide assistance while the boyfriend went to find help at the marina. The tour guide was able to get the unconscious operator back on a PWC and transport her to the dock where she received medical treatment. She was flown to Miami Hospital. ; :Suffered trauma to her left skull. No breaks in skin except for contact abrasion. Bleeding from ear. fractured skull, left eye swelling. Minor fractures in back bone.


BARDID: FL-2013-0329
Date: 2013-05-26 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:05:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: GULF OF MEXICO
NearestCityTown: NAPLES
County: COLLIER
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On Sunday, 5/26/13, at approximately 1800 hours, a boating accident involving one vessel occurred near Gordon Pass in Collier County, Florida.  The vessel, a 10' Yamaha personal watercraft (PWC) rental, had two occupants onboard and was generally southbound approaching the marked navigational channel of Gordon Pass.   As the vessel traveled southbound, it jumped a wake and struck channel marker “Green 1” nearly head-on.  Both occupants were ejected from the PWC.  Both occupants sustained non-life-threatening injuries and were transported to NCH Downtown.
; occupant:SUBJECT'S SUSTAINED A BROKEN LEFT WRIST THAT REQUIRED SURGERY, A LACERATION TO THE LEFT KNEE APPROXIMATELY 6" LONG THAT REQUIRED STITCHES, MULTIPLE CONTUSIONS AND MINOR LACERATIONS TO BOTH LEGS IN THE THIGH AREAS.; INJURIES CONSISTED OF A SPRAINED RIGHT ANKLE.


BARDID: FL-2013-0330
Date: 2013-06-09 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:00:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: BISCAYNE BAY
NearestCityTown: MIAMI SHORES
County: MIAMI-DADE
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Force of wave/wake
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
RedactedNarrative:
On June 9th, 2013, at approximately 1100hrs, operator was operating vessel FL 5262 FW west of ICW and heading north. According to the interview of the operator and the written statement from a passenger and also vessel owner, they were drifting and a large wake from a Cigarrete type vessel swamped their vessel  and caused it to capsize. Vessel capsized just behind a residence. The capsized vessel was tied up to the back of the property. I was assigned this accident the day after it occurred and was never able to locate the vessel.  It had been moved from where it was last seen the day of the accident by an unknown individual.


BARDID: FL-2013-0331
Date: 2013-07-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:10:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: GULF OF MEXICO
NearestCityTown: PERRY
County: TAYLOR
WaterConditions: Rough
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Poor
DayofWeek: Thursday
AccidentCause1: Weather
AccidentCause2: Hazardous waters
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
They attempted to move out of the river heading south into open water when they begin to notice the weather getting worse and the swells getting larger. While turning south, heading into the swells they began to experience waves crashing over the bow of the vessel. This caused the vessel to fill with water. They all stated that the vessel's engine trim was malfunctioning. subject stated that he tried to position himself toward the bow to distribute the weight and to keep the vessel from tipping, while subject2 tried to bucket the water out of the vessel. The water filled the vessel to fast for recovery and the vessel became swamped and eventually capsized. All three individuals were then placed into the water.


BARDID: FL-2013-0332
Date: 2013-07-03 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:30:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: SARASOTA BAY
NearestCityTown: BRADENTON BEACH
County: MANATEE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Wednesday
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by vessel
AccidentEvent3: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
V 1 was traveling north from Coquina Park.  V 2 was traveling in the same direction as V 1 trying to catch up with V 1.  V 2 caught up with V 1 and was traveling parallel on the starboard side of V 1. A wake from a recreational center-console boat traveling approximately 40 yards from the two PWC's caused V 2 to collide with V 1.  V 2 struck V 1 port to starboard side.  V 2 ramped up the starboard side of V 1.  The operator of V 1 suffered a broken right leg.  The operator of V 2 was thrown off the PWC as a result of the crash.; operator of V1 received a broken right lower leg from impact with V2.  She refused treatment at the scene of the accident and was taken to Blake Medical Center in Bradenton, FL by her husband.  X-rays indicated she had a cracked fibula.


BARDID: FL-2013-0333
Date: 2013-06-30 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:30:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: SARASOTA BAY
NearestCityTown: SARASOTA
County: SARASOTA
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Poor
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Weather
AccidentCause2: Hazardous waters
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
V1 was returning to Centennial Park Boat Ramp. As V1 entered the slow speed zone of the ramp the vessel slowed down and took a wave over the bow. V1 sank and turned over. Three people went in the water. No one was injured. A good Samaritan picked them up, and took them to the boat ramp.


BARDID: FL-2013-0334
Date: 2013-06-12 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 20:20:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: ST. JOHNS RIVER
NearestCityTown: JACKSONVILLE
County: DUVAL
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Wednesday
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
RedactedNarrative:
V-1 was heading west in the Mayport Inlet toward Mayport boat ramp. V-1 struck an object that was red in color based on the damage to the vessel. The V-1 operator said that another vessel had hit him. USCG did not find red boat that had struck V-1 in the St. Johns River. There are no reports of a damaged red vessel,any injuries to anyone on a red vessel, or any debris in the river from two vessel colliding into one another.  On 6/13/13, I inspected the buoys in the Mayport Inlet.  I found damage, fiberglass and paint transfers to the #10 red can-buoy that appeared to be from V-1. ; victim was treated for bruised ribs and released from the hospital later on that night.


BARDID: FL-2013-0335
Date: 2013-07-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:45:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: INDIAN RIVER
NearestCityTown: TITUSVILLE
County: BREVARD
WaterConditions: Rough
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Thursday
AccidentCause1: Overloading
AccidentCause2: Hazardous waters
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
V1 was cruising northwest bound on the Indian River in 2-4 foot seas.  Waves began breaking over the bow filling the forward compartment with water.  V1's bilge pump was not working as the hull began to fill with water.  Evasive action taken by V1's operator to turn back to their original location when a large wave swamped V1, filling the crew compartment.  All occupants donned PFDs and entered the water.  A short time later shifting water in V1's hull causes V1 to capsize in rough seas.


BARDID: FL-2013-0336
Date: 2013-06-16 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:40:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: INTRACOASTAL WATERWAY
NearestCityTown: PONCE INLET
County: VOLUSIA
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentEvent1: Person Ejected from Vessel
AccidentEvent2: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent3: Fall in vessel
RedactedNarrative:
SYNOPSIS
On 06-16-2013 at approximately 1600 hours I was dispatched to a vessel accident involving two rented personal watercraft (PWC) in Ponce Inlet, Volusia County, Florida on the Intracoastal Waterway (ICW). V1 was a 2010 Yamaha PWC. V2 was a 2005 Yamaha PWC. The accident resulted in one of the operators being injured and transported to Halifax Hospital in Daytona Beach where he was admitted for his injuries.
INVESTIGATION
 I interviewed the injured operator of V1 at Halifax Hospital in Daytona Beach.  Operator1 said he couldn't recall any events from the day.
I interviewed one of the occupants riding with Operator1. V1 occupant gave a sworn written statement documenting the events of the accident. The following information was learned from my interview with V1 occupant:
•	The group rented PWCs at approximately 1515 hours. 
•	V1 occupant and her Father were occupants on the PWC being operated by Operator1.
•	The accident occurred at approximately 1540 hours.
•	V1 occupant and V1 occupant2 fell off during a sharp turn of the PWC prior to, the accident.
•	V1 occupant saw that Operator1 was injured.
•	Operator1 was taken back to the shore where he was transported by ambulance to the hospital.
This concluded my interview with V1 occupant.

I interviewed the operator of V2. Operator2 gave a sworn written statement documenting the events of the incident after Operator2 was read Miranda Warnings and Operator2 stated he understood his warnings and would answer my questions without a lawyer present. The following information was learned from my interview with Operator2:
•	The group rented five PWCs at approximately 1515 hours.
•	Operator1 and Operator2 were operating their PWCs next to each other on a straight away with approximately 20 to 30 feet separating them. Operator1's PWC was to the left of Operator2's PWC.
•	They were traveling at approximately 30 miles per hour.
•	Operator2 was unaware of Operator1's intention to make a u-turn.
•	Operator1 crossed in front of Operator2's PWC.
•	With approximately five feet of separation, Operator2 turned to the right, and shut off the motor in an attempt to avoid a collision.
•	Operator2's PWC struck Operator1's PWC.
•	Operator1 was ejected from his PWC.
•	subject entered the water to provide assistance.
•	Operator1 was taken to shore, and transported by ambulance to the hospital.
This concluded my interview with Operator2.

Damage assessment of the accident is as follows:
V-1 Rented Yamaha PWC 10 feet in length FL 2710 PA: damage to the area forward of the handlebars.
V-2 Rented Yamaha PWC 10 feet in length FL 6920 MW: damage to the starboard side bow rub rail.
According to Short Money Jet Ski Rentals approximately $300 in damage was caused.

After reviewing all evidence and statements to date, my conclusion is as follows:
V1 made a very sharp turn to starboard, ejecting his two occupants, and crossed too closely in front of V2. V1 stalled due to the sharp in front of oncoming V2. V-2 made an attempt to avoid the collision by turning hard to starboard and shutting off the motor causing off throttle steerage. The collision was caused due to operator inexperience of both vessel operators. 

No further action taken.
Operator 1:Fractured left orbital eye socket.


BARDID: FL-2013-0337
Date: 2013-06-16 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:30:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: GULF OF MEXICO
NearestCityTown: HUDSON
County: PASCO
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
RedactedNarrative:
ActionCraft 20 (V1) impacted Regal 24 (V2) from behind while trying to overtake V2 in the channel. Occupant on V2 was injured and transported to the hospital.  Operator V2 and both operator and occupant of V1 were uninjured.   :Due to the impact of both vessels involved, victim was thrown down off the bench seat at the stern onto the deck of the Regal (vessel 2).  victim was transported by EMS to Bayonet Point Hopital in Hudson, FL.  She was released that same evening. She suffered strains to the back and neck and contusions to the back, neck and head.


BARDID: FL-2013-0338
Date: 2013-06-22 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:00:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: CALOOSAHATCHEE RIVER
NearestCityTown: ALVA
County: LEE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Force of wave/wake
AccidentEvent1: Fall in vessel
RedactedNarrative:
V1 was heading eastbound on Caloosahatchee river. Unknown V2 was heading westbound on Caloosahatchee river casting large wake. V1 struck V2's wake and passenger fell on his arm and broke it.Broken humorous Left arm  requiring 8 screws an a plate Also needing  MRI on knee after his arm heels  Unable to take photos of arm. it is wrapped up.


BARDID: FL-2013-0339
Date: 2013-07-07 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:00:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: LAKE HIAWATHA
NearestCityTown: CLERMONT
County: LAKE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Other
OtherAccidentCause: passenger/skier behavior
AccidentEvent1: Skier mishap
RedactedNarrative:
At approximately 1800hours, 7/7/2013, vessel number one, a 2005, 20foot, Fineline, FL 4427MW was traveling west to east on the north end of Lake Hiawatha, Clermont, Florida at approximately 20 miles per hour.  The vessel was towing a skier.  For unknown reason Skier fell off her skies and sustained injuries to her right hip and buttocks.  Skier was transported to South Lake Hospital by Lake County EMS where she was treated by Doctor for possible torn ligaments to her right hip and buttocks.  She was later released from the hospital.  There was no alcohol involvement, no other injuries or property damage reported.  There were no citations or warnings issued.


BARDID: FL-2013-0340
Date: 2013-06-23 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:45:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: BIG PASS
NearestCityTown: SIESTA KEY
County: SARASOTA
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Navigation rules violation
AccidentEvent1: Person struck by vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel 1 (fl 8489 nw) had just pulled anchor and was getting ready to leave the area of south lido park in big pass.  The victim was still in the water swimming behind the boat.  The captain of the vessel, stated that he saw a pwc coming straight towards his boat at a high rate of speed.  He said the pwc was being driven by a young girl.  He saw the man on the back of the pwc grab the handle bars to alter course.  The pwc went right towards numerous people swimming in the area near the rear of vessel 1.  The victim ducked under the water as the pwc glided over him.  The victim suffered lacerations to his left leg and a broken left fibula.  The unidentified pwc left the area and no witnesses were able to get a registration number.  Victim was transported to sarasota memorial hospital  for treatment.; pwc struck left leg of swimmer 01.  Swimmer 01 suffered several lacerations to his left leg and ankle requiring stitches as well as a broken left fibula


BARDID: FL-2013-0341
Date: 2013-04-05 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 21:30:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: CHOCTAWHATCHEE RIVER
NearestCityTown: CARYVILLE
County: WASHINGTON
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Fair
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: People on gunwale, bow, or transom
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Falls overboard
RedactedNarrative:
On 04/05/2013, at approximately 2130 hours CST, Vessel 1 (FL 5018 DB) was launched into the Choctawhatchee River from the back of a pickup truck by operator and passenger at the boat ramp located at 4664 Boat Ramp Road in Caryville, FL. 

After attaching the motor to the stern of V1, Passenger sat in the front of the vessel facing forward while Operator pushed the vessel away from the boat ramp and they starting drifting southward on the river.  As they were drifting with the river current, the vessel started to rotate around where the bow was facing north.  As this was happening, Operator attempted to crank the motor (pull cord) and was unsuccessful.  Soon thereafter, Operator stood up and placed his foot on the gunwale and attempted to crank it again.  This caused the vessel to tilt towards the port side and became swamped with water.  As a result, both Operator and passenger were ejected into the water.  Passenger was able to swim back to the vessel and hang on while Operator was calling to him for help.  Passenger yelled for Operator to grab onto the boat and hang on but never did.  Operator eventually went under the water and was located deceased on 04/09/2013.  Neither Operator nor Passenger was wearing a life jacket at the time of the accident.; OPERATOR,:On 04/10/2013, at approximately 10 am CST,  I attended the autopsy of the victim.  The Dr. indicated the cause of death was not caused by any trauma.  The doctor was sending tissue samples off for toxicology analysis and a final report will be forwarded to this officer when it is available.  On 04/16/13, toxicology samples were sent off by the medical examiner's office and results may take up to 90 days.  It should be noted that Operator's operator experience, operator hours in that type of vessel, operator education, and swim ability questions were given to this officer by his uncle.; PASSENGER:The passenger of the vessel was admitted to Northwest Florida Community Hospital in Chipley, FL. for treatment of mild hypothermia and latercerations he received making his way through the wooded area back to the boat ramp.


BARDID: FL-2013-0342
Date: 2013-06-26 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:41:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: ST. JOHNS RIVER & LAKE HARNEY
NearestCityTown: UNINCORPORATED
County: SEMINOLE
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Wednesday
AccidentCause1: Other
OtherAccidentCause: passenger/skier behavior
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
AccidentEvent2: Other
OtherAccidentEvent: Person strikes propeller
RedactedNarrative:
Swimmer 1 (S1) was swimming to the ladder on the rear port side of V1.  As he was climbing the ladder he fell off of it, due to the choppy conditions.  He fell onto the motor cutting his left inner thigh on the propeller.   Due to the fact that the propeller was not turning, he only received one cut.;


BARDID: FL-2013-0343
Date: 2013-05-07 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:00:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: FAKAHATCHEE PASS
NearestCityTown: EVERGLADES
County: COLLIER
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Tuesday
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Improper lookout
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Collision with recreational vessel
RedactedNarrative:
V-1 was traveling in a marked channel being followed by V-2. V-1 ran outside of the marked channel and hit bottom. V-1 was unable to power through the mud flat and became stuck. V-2 was unable to slow down in time or change direction causing V-2 to strike V-1 directly on the stern causing extensive motor damage to V-1.


BARDID: FL-2013-0344
Date: 2013-04-27 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 09:30:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: ATLANTIC OCEAN
NearestCityTown: CUDJOE KEY
County: MONROE
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
V1 struck mangroves.
Operator was operating his wave runner in Bow Channel, south of Bow Channel Bridge. Operator was  heading north in the channel when he ran the wave runner into a mangrove island in front of Sugarloaf KOA.  Ofc. made contact with witness who was fishing from Bow Channel Bridge.  witness saw the wave runner being operated by a male subject. witness was able to explain where he saw the wave runner go into the mangroves.  When I went to the area he explained to Ofc. I saw freshly broken mangroves. Some bigger pieces of mangroves had scrapes on them, and one had a chunk of flesh imbedded into it. Operator  and the occupant suffered injuries as a result of the collision. Operator was air lifted to Miami. subject was treated at Lower Keys Medical Center and released.; Broken nose, dislocated shoulder, from his arm pit to his chest cavity there was a laceration from impact with mangrove branches, and laceration to his finger.;


BARDID: FL-2013-0345
Date: 2013-07-05 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:00:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: UPPER TAMPA BAY
NearestCityTown: ROCKY CREEK
County: HILLSBOROUGH
WaterConditions: Rough
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Poor
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Weather
AccidentCause2: Hazardous waters
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On 07/05/2013, at about 16:00 PM the occupants of a small pontoon vessel were fishing near the Courtney Campbell Causeway on Tampa Bay, in Hillsborough County. A wave flipped the vessel while it was drifting in 2' to 6' waves. The owner/operator called 911 at about 15:15 PM. The two occupants of the vessel were ejected and held onto the capsized vessel. Ofc and I arrived on scene at about 16:48 to find one occupant sitting on the hull of the vessel and the other standing in about 2 ½ feet of water. The two occupants boarded our patrol vessel and were returned to Philippe park boat ramp. The vessel was anchored were we found it and retrieved the next day.


BARDID: FL-2013-0346
Date: 2013-07-10 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 10:02:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: AMELIA ISLAND YACHT BASIN
NearestCityTown: FERNANDINA BEACH
County: NASSAU
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Wednesday
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentEvent1: Fall in vessel
AccidentEvent2: Falls overboard
RedactedNarrative:
On 07-10-2013 at 10:02 a.m. a vessel accident involving a single vessel with one operator and one occupant occurred at the Amelia Island Yacht Basin. The vessel, 18' Angler reg# FL3394PL, hereinafter known as V1 and occupied his wife. Operator untied from the floating dock within the marina and began idling out of the marina. He underestimated distance between V1 and another vessel and applied the throttle of V1, harder than he intended, as he described. Doing this, he caused V1 to pitch rapidly and turn to the right, in which case his wife, Wife lost her balance, fell and hit her head in the rear of the boat. Wife sustained a two inch laceration to the head.

Operator immediately noticed his wife was injured and attempted to dock V1. While doing so, he inadvertently left V1 in forward gear and held on to the bimini top in an attempt to pull V1 to the dock to gain control of V1 and place it in neutral. Operator was pulled into the water by grasping on to the bimini top while V1 remained in forward gear. Operator began yelling to his wife to place the boat in neutral and Wife yelled for help. Two people heard Wife yelling for help and came to provide assistance.

Wife was taken to Amelia Island Urgent Care by her husband and was redirected from there to Shands Hospital in Jacksonville. I went to Shands Hospital to make contact with her and was told she was discharged. I interviewed and received statements from operator and Wife at their residence. I also received statements from the two above mentioned gentleman, who provided assistance. The only damage to V1 was to the bimini top and should be $500.00 or less in damage. No charges will be filed against Operator.; Wife sustained a two-inch laceration to the head. She also complained of neck soreness and swelling in her right leg. She was admitted to Shands Hospital in Jacksonville, treated with sutures and discharged in the same day.


BARDID: FL-2013-0347
Date: 2013-06-29 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 21:30:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: DUNNS CREEK
NearestCityTown: WELAKA
County: PUTNAM
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Fair
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentEvent1: Collision with floating object
AccidentEvent2: Grounding
RedactedNarrative:
On 06/29/2013 at approximately 2130 hours, a single vessel accident occurred on Dunns Creek in Putnam County Florida.  Involved was a 22 foot angler center console vessel with one person on board.  The vessel was traveling away from Crescent Lake on a plane.  At an area where the creek turns to the north, the operator was negotiating a starboard turn near the center of the creek when he encountered a mat of vegetation in his path.  The operator took evasive action by increasing the throttle, turning hard to starboard and trimming the motor up to clear the obstruction, he was unsuccessful.  In the vegetation was a large tree trunk, mostly submerged just below the water line.  The vessel impacted the tree trunk on the motors foot (bullet).  The impact snapped the upper and lower motor mounting bracket at the location where the engine attaches to the vessel, detaching the motor from the bracket.  The motor remained attached to the vessel only by the control cables.  The vessel came to rest in the middle of Dunns creek, upright and afloat, the motor came to rest on the creek bottom attached to the vessel by the control cables.  The operator remained at the helm and was uninjured.  

Based on information and evidence gathered to date, the following conclusions have been made:
The operator operated his vessel in a manner consistent with good practices of running in oxbow creeks.  Flowing creeks usually contain the deepest water in the outside of oxbow turns.  The vessel path in each turn, was on the outside of the bend.  The location of the obstruction was also on the outside bend, an area not usually associated with shallow water.  The area of shallow water and vegetation, in and of itself, did not constitute a hazard as the vessel would have had sufficient depth to pass over it undamaged.  The tree trunk was at some time free floating and came to rest in a position that was determined by the current.  The tree rested in an east-west direction with the east end on the water bottom and the west end floating at the water line, held fast to the vegetation by the north flowing current.  The operator, unaware of the tree obstruction due to its attitude in the water, took the appropriate evasive action to avoid the portion of the obstruction he could see (vegetation).


BARDID: FL-2013-0348
Date: 2013-06-08 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 07:45:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: FLORIDA BAY / INDIAN KEY CHANN
NearestCityTown: ISLAMORADA
County: MONROE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
RedactedNarrative:
While patrolling the area of Islamorada on June 8th, 2013 at 845am, I was dispatched to boating accident involving day marker #9 and a 42' vessel named Seck Sea, DO# 125943. Location was Indian Key Channel.  I was informed that the accident took place in the Everglades National Park and that a Park Ranger witnessed and documented the accident.  There is a supplemental report attached that Ranger completed.  

Upon arriving to the scene of the accident I noticed the day marker was knocked over on its side but was still intact.  There was minimal substantial damage to it besides it being dislocated out of it position and a hazard to navigations.  Pictures were taken and are attached. 

I made contact with Ranger and he advised me that he instructed the vessel's operator to continue on voyage and that he had contacted the USCG to inform them about the day marker being a hazard.  

I then made contact with the owner/operator of the vessel.  He informed me that he was preparing his outriggers for passage under the Indian Key bridge when the current and wind blew his vessel into the day marker #9.  Operator  informed me that the vessels engines were in neutral and that he did not have a proper look out as he was tending to the outriggers.  Operator  also advised me that the only damage sustained to his vessel was to the top portion of the outriggers.  Pictures are attached.  

No injury's where sustained to the occupants on the vessel.  A warning was issued.


BARDID: FL-2013-0350
Date: 2013-06-29 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 20:30:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: STUMP PASS
NearestCityTown: ENGLEWOOD
County: CHARLOTTE
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Light
Visibility: Poor
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Force of wave/wake
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
RedactedNarrative:
On June 29th, 2013 at approximately 2200 hours, I Officer of the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, was on routine water patrol when I observed a vessel speeding through a slow speed zone in Ski Alley, Englewood FL.  I stopped the vessel and made contact with the people on board.  One man immediately told me his vessel was sinking in Stump Pass.

I notified dispatch and headed toward the location of the sinking vessel.  I arrived just minutes later and saw a vessel (FL 5218 MY) washed onto the south beach of Stump Pass or Thorton Key.  The occupants of the vessel (V1) had already jumped off the vessel onto the beach without any injuries.  The owner/operator of V1 arrived back to his boat several minutes after I had.  Operator explained his friend was able to rescue the 4 people, put them on his vessel and were headed back to drop them off at the house when I stopped them.

Operator explained he was headed west, out of Stump Pass when he slowed down to fish the south beach of Thorton Key.  Once at an idle, he turned south to fish the beach.  The 2-3 foot waves coming in from the Gulf, and a strong outgoing tide created a turbulent sea state.  Operator said he took several waves over the starboard gunnel and the boat began to take on water.  V1 started listing to the starboard and Operator headed toward the beach to keep the vessel from completely sinking.  Once V1 was beached, all 4 occupants were able to get off the vessel safely.  V1 pointed east on the beach as sand and waved crashed into it.

Operator anchored V1 to the beach that night and was able to retrieve the vessel the next day without any further incident.  Operator estimated $15,000 in damage.


BARDID: FL-2013-0351
Date: 2013-06-22 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:45:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: CHOCTAWHATCHEE RIVER
NearestCityTown: VERNON
County: WASHINGTON
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Fair
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Other
OtherAccidentCause: natural phenomena
AccidentEvent1: Person Ejected from Vessel
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On 22 June, 2013 at approximately 4:45 P.M., V1 a 16 foot Alumcraft bearing Florida registration FL 3196 KL was on the Choctawhatchee River headed back to the ramp on Holmes Creek in Washington County, FL to get out of the rainstorm.  When a Sturgeon leapt into their path and struck three occupants injuring one bad enough to be air lifted to Pensacola where he remains in Critical condition.

The vessel contained a family of five.  The vessel was operated by the father, one person was seated towards the port bow. Another person was seated even with helm but on the port side. The mother was seated on the back casting deck.  The Victim was seated in front of mom facing aft under a tarp. 

The fish entered the vessel at the port bow striking the trolling motor and the person on the port bow.  Trolling motor shows fresh damage. Port bow occupant only had a few small scratches near the right eye.  As the fish continued aft, it struck mom ejecting her from the vessel and impacted victim in the back of the upper torso and head. victim was pressed against hull of the boat upon impact with the fish.

After recovering wife and getting assistance to shore, EMS decided to airlift victim to Sacred Heart Pensacola where he was admitted into the Pediatric ICU.

Officer responded to scene and photographed the vessel and a piece of bone found on board believed to be from the sturgeon. ;victim:Two skull fractures to the base of the skull in back.  Some bruising on the brain.  Injuries sustained from impact with a large Sturgeon and pinning against the boat


BARDID: FL-2013-0352
Date: 2013-06-07 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 09:30:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: GARNER BAYOU
NearestCityTown: SHALIMAR
County: OKALOOSA
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause2: Force of wave/wake
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
CASE SUMMARY
	SYNOPSIS	

On 7 June, 2013  at Approximately 0930 a PWC was traveling north in Garnier Bayou  as part of a group in a tour.  As they went under the Garner Bayou Bridge in Shalimar, FL, a wake forced  PWC into a bridge pylon.  Operator was ejected into the bridge pylon and suffered injuries to his head and hands.   The Occupant of the PWC was uninjured.

OPERATOR/OCCUPANTS - INJURIES/FATALITIES - 
V1 Operator - injuries included laceration and contusions to forehead and lacerations to both hands.
V1 Occupant - no injuries beyond first aid.

ASSESSMENTS/INSPECTIONS - June 7, 2013, Initial assessment on scene of accident noted a broke steering column and crushing to the bow as well as imbedded fiberglass and rubber transfer on the pylon.  Hospital assessment of injuries were not life threatening. The operator was to be treated and released. June10, 2013 assessed the bridge pylon measured distance from normal water level to impact which measured 23 inches, and at an angle of about 40 degrees to port.
   
	ACCIDENT ANALYSIS

PRE-ACCIDENT (Collision) - Vessel one was part of a dolphin tour in Choctawhatchee Bay departing from Destin Harbor.  After viewing dolphins in the mouth of Garnier Bayou the guide went under the bridge and was leading them north to follow the leader. The operator of V-1 turned right and started to accelerate, while letting another PWC go by.

ACCIDENT (Collision) - as V1 was approaching the bridge the wake from the passing vessel pushed V1 to the right .Operator steered to right and gave throttle to no avail, striking the pylon just short of head on. Momentum caused the breaking of the steering column and the injuries when the operator collided with the pylon. 

POST ACCIDENT (Collision) -  Other members of party assisted  retrieving victim and tour leader contacted emergency services. PWC was photographed and turned over to the owner.  Victim was transported and interviewed at Ft Walton Beach  Medical. Witnessed were escorted back to USCG Destin and provided written statements.  


	CONCLUSIONS

Based on evidence and information gathered to date V1 was forced into the pylon by the wake of another vessel.  Operator of V-1 attempted to take corrective action to no avail. 

	
Victim had lacerations to both hands and forehead. Along with contusions to the head.


BARDID: FL-2013-0353
Date: 2013-07-09 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 10:57:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: EDWARD MEDARD RESERVOIR
NearestCityTown: PLANT CITY
County: HILLSBOROUGH
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Tuesday
AccidentCause1: Other
OtherAccidentCause: passenger/skier behavior
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
RedactedNarrative:
The owner of Vessel 1 was attempting to step from the starboard side of the vessel to the dock and lost his balance causing him to fall into the water and injure his leg.; victim broke the ball, or head, off of the femur on his left leg.


BARDID: FL-2013-0354
Date: 2013-06-08 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:11:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: LAKE OKEECHOBEE
NearestCityTown: SOUTH BAY
County: PALM BEACH
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Weather
AccidentEvent1: Fall in vessel
RedactedNarrative:
V1 was traveling east on plane at approximately 40 mph, when it was struck by lightning, killing the operator.


BARDID: FL-2013-0355
Date: 2013-06-22 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:06:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: TAMPA BAY
NearestCityTown: CLEARWATER
County: PINELLAS
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Operator inexperience
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
RedactedNarrative:
V2 was traveling west, started to make a right turn, and collided with V1 which was following behind, off of the aft starboard quarter, of V2.


BARDID: FL-2013-0356
Date: 2013-06-29 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:00:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: GULF OF MEXICO
NearestCityTown: SIESTA KEY
County: SARASOTA
WaterConditions: Rough
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Fair
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Sinking
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel 1 (fl2060pk) was headed north in the gulf of mexico approx. 1 mile off of siesta key beach headed towards big pass.  As the vessel approached the pass the operator slowed his speed down.  As he slowed his speed the bow of the boat went into the trough of the wake and a wave swamped the front of the boat.  All 6 persons on board were able to get their pfd's on before the boat went down.  Siesta key beach patrol was able to rescue all 6 people from the water and get them safely back to shore.

On 6/29/13 vessel 1 (fl2060pk) was traveling north in the gulf of mexico approx 1 mile off the coast of siesta key.  The vessel had left from the venice inlet and was headed towards big pass in sarasota. The operator of the vessel stated that the seas were choppy and he had been operating fine riding each wave in. He stated that as he lined his vessel up to approach the pass he pulled back on the throttle to slow the boat up a little. As he slowed down he went down the face of a wave into the trough and did not give it enough speed to get up the face of the next wave.  There were 4 people seated towards the bow of the boat.  The bow of the boat went into the second wave and the boat immediately became swamped.  All 6 people were able to put on the pfd's.  Waves continued to swamp the vessel.  The vessel began to drift back south east towards siesta key beach.  The siesta key beach patrol was able to launch their pwc and rescued all 6 people and one dog from the water.

 i recieved the call at 1704 hrs and was on scene at 1714 hrs.


BARDID: FL-2013-0357
Date: 2013-07-06 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 10:00:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: ESTERO BAY
NearestCityTown: BONITA SPRINGS
County: LEE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Hull failure
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Sinking
AccidentEvent3: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel 1 was entering Hickory channel from the Mangrove cut at marker 55. Pontoons separated from hull and hull sank.


   On 7/6/2013 at approximately 10:00am Vessel 1 was entering Hickory channel from the Mangrove cut at marker 55. Operator and passenger heard the outboard engine come out of the water.  Operator turned to look and when he turned back around the pontoons had separated from the hull. Both people fell forward. The hull sank and operator and passenger were able to swim off after rescuing some personal effects. A passing vessel rescued them from the water. Neither person was injured.  I arrived on scene and followed the people back to their rental house to take statements.  Owner was notified and contracted Boat US for the hull removal.  I received photos and a statement from a witness.
   
Based on my investigation no citation was issued.


BARDID: FL-2013-0358
Date: 2013-05-24 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:18:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: OCKLAWAHA RIVER
NearestCityTown: UNINCORPORATED
County: MARION
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Fuel
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
RedactedNarrative:
(Operator) and (Passenger) were operating their 16 foot Glastron Bow Rider boat on the Ocklawaha River. They had been having some engine trouble and while the vessel was on plane it suddenly went to idle. Operator noticed the gas line had become crimped. He moved to fix it and asked occupant to hold the wheel to keep the vessel straight. After straitening the gas line the vessel engine went to full power and headed straight for a dock that was about 30 yards from the vessel. He made his way back to the helm but was unable to keep the vessel from striking the dock. occupant was thrown into the windshield where she was standing causing numerous injuries. She was taken to Ocala regional Medical Center where she is being treated for two punctured lungs, a fractured neck, broken ribs and a broken left wrist.
See attached detailed summary report.;


BARDID: FL-2013-0359
Date: 2013-06-14 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:09:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: BAY
NearestCityTown: KEY BISCAYNE
County: MIAMI-DADE
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Electrical
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (fuel)
AccidentEvent2: Person departed vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On June, 14 2013 at approximately 1411hrs, I was dispatched to a call reference a boat on fire, located at 1 ½ miles SW of bear cut bridge, Biscayne Bay within Miami-Dade County.  Upon arrival, I observed  a vessel , later identified as a, 1983 41' Viking,  bearing FL 8933MY, partially submerged and engulfed in flames.  I secured the scene along with Miami Beach Marine Patrol, until Miami-Dade Fire Rescue arrived. 

 Subsequently, the vessel sunk due to the extensive structural fire damage.  I advised dispatch to notify the Fire Marshall.  Afterwards, I made contact with the owner/operator, and shipmate.

The owner/operator stated that he was traveling northbound south of the Rickenbacker Causeway, when he observed fire and smoke coming from the engine compartment.  Operator state that he and his shipmate tried to extinguished the fire, but they were not able to do it. They anchored the vessel and jump overboard, where a Good Samaritan picked them up out of the water (refer to witness statement). 

 There were no injuries sustained or reported. Sea Tow was contacted by the owner and assumed responsibility for vessel removal.


BARDID: FL-2013-0360
Date: 2013-06-23 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:10:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: PONCE INLET
NearestCityTown: NEW SMYRNA BEACH
County: VOLUSIA
WaterConditions: Rough
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause2: Force of wave/wake
AccidentEvent1: Fall in vessel
AccidentEvent2: Falls overboard
RedactedNarrative:
V-1 RAN INTO A BREAKING WAVE WHILE ON A PLANE.  V-1 BECAME AIRBORNE FROM THE TOP OF THE FIRST BREAKING WAVE OF A SET, THEN FELL INTO THE BOTTOM OF THE TROUGH.  WHILE AIRBORNE, THE OPERATOR LOST CONTACT WITH THE SEAT, BUT HELD ON TO THE HANDLE BARS.  V-1 IMPACTED THE WATER AND THE OPERATOR FELL BACK ONTO IT, CAUSING HER INJURIES.; VICTIM SUSTAINED A BROKEN LEFT FEMUR AND BROKEN LEFT WRIST IN THE CRASH.  SHE WAS TRANSPORTED TO HALIFAX REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER AND WAS ADMITTED.


BARDID: FL-2013-0361
Date: 2013-05-26 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:00:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: HERRON BAYOU
NearestCityTown: WEST PENSACOLA
County: ESCAMBIA
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentEvent1: Collision with submerged object
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel 1 with 2 occupants proceeded in northern direction heading out of Herron Bayou on plane when the vessel struck a submerged object causing the vessel to stop abruptly.  The operator and passenger were thrown forward in the vessel and landing in a heap in the bow of the vessel.  Upon recovering from the sudden stop, the operator then rowed the vessel back to the boat ramp.  ; occupant :Facial fractures (2) on right side of face, dislocated jaw, dislodged tooth and laceration to lip.; Operator sustained a bi-lateral fracture of the jaw and a knee injury.


BARDID: FL-2013-0362
Date: 2013-07-11 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:18:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: GULF OF MEXICO
NearestCityTown: ANNA MARIA
County: MANATEE
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Thursday
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentEvent1: Fall in vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On 7-11-13 Vessel 1 was heading West back in from fishing off shore of Anna Marina Island driven by Operator passel at approximately 21-22 MPH. At approximately the 7 Mile Reef, 7 miles West of Anna Marina Island, The vessel hit a wave causing victim to injure his back. The vessel then proceeded to the Rod an Reel Pier on Anna Marina Island where they were met by EMS and victim was then transported to the hospital. While at the hospital victim informed me that he has had a prior injury to his back that he thinks the bump of the wave had re-injured. He was transported to the hospital and released several hours later with swollen discs in his back.


BARDID: FL-2013-0364
Date: 2013-06-23 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:55:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: INDIAN RIVER LAGOON
NearestCityTown: VERO BEACH
County: INDIAN RIVER
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Force of wave/wake
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
RedactedNarrative:
V1 and V2 were northbound on the ICW in the Indian River Lagoon with V2 ahead of V1.  V1 attempted to pass V2 by crossing over V2's wake.  Due to V1's close proximity to V2, V1 got caught up in V2's wake and lost control.  V1's bow hit and ramped up on top of V2's transom resulting in damage to V1's bow and V2's transom.  ;V1 occupant1:Lacerations to left hand.; V1 occupant2:Laceration to left hand


BARDID: FL-2013-0365
Date: 2013-06-25 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:10:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: GULF OF MEXICO
NearestCityTown: MARCO ISLAND
County: COLLIER
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Tuesday
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Force of wave/wake
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
AccidentEvent3: Capsizing
RedactedNarrative:
V1, a 13 foot Lowe with two POB,  was traveling east on the Marco River around 5 MPH. V2 was a large center console around 25-27 feet, traveling on plane west on the Marco River producing a large wake behind it. As V2 passed V1 the wake of V2 caused the two passengers of the smaller vessel to get ejected from the vessel and swamped V1.  Shortly after V1 capsized. V2 continued traveling west and was unable to be located. The passengers of V1 were safely rescued by fire rescue shortly after.


BARDID: FL-2013-0366
Date: 2013-07-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:10:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: CANAL
NearestCityTown: SUNRISE
County: BROWARD
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Thursday
AccidentCause1: Sharp turn
AccidentEvent1: Skier mishap
RedactedNarrative:
On July 4,2013 at approximately 1620, I, Officer with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission was dispatched to respond to a boating accident that occurred on the L-36 canal north of Markham Park. Lt. was close to the location and responded as well. When I arrived Lt. advised that subject was operating Florida registered vessel FL 2708 PM, with 4 people on board.
     Tuber was being towed on an inflatable tube. The vessel was traveling southbound and made a turn to head north when Tuber was thrown off the tube. Tuber had blood over his face when he surfaced, they immediately picked him up and called EMS on the way back to the dock. EMS arrived shortly thereafter and transported Tuber to Cleveland Clinic in Weston. 
     Officer went to Cleveland Clinic to speak to Tuber and document his injuries. Tuber advised the same details of the incident as the other occupants on board. Tuber said he was not able to remember how he hit his nose since he fell into the water.
     Each occupant provided sworn written statements and were released without further action. Sworn written statements are attached. The operator, Tuber was not cited and also released without further action, there was no violation. Subject suffered a broken nose.


BARDID: FL-2013-0367
Date: 2013-06-09 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 10:00:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: ATLANTIC OCEAN
NearestCityTown: KEY LARGO
County: MONROE
WaterConditions: Rough
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Hazardous waters
AccidentCause3: Equipment failure
EquipmentFailure: Auxiliary
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
A group of friends (4 occupants) went fishing off of key largo in an area called mosquito banks.  Before the group left the dock, they checked all the necessary safety equipment onboard and had noticed the bilge pump active when they were in transit to mosquito banks.  

The vessel in this accident is a 17' skiff; the wind and sea state at the time of the accident was strong winds from the east and rough waters.

The entire group was fishing when they noticed that the stern of the vessel was sitting low in the water and appeared to be sinking.  The owner/occupant tried to start the motor to get some forward momentum but it was too late.  The vessel's stern sank further into the water and the vessel capsized; all four occupants went overboard.  

Mosquito banks has a "tower" like channel marker and was in swimming distance for all four swimmers, they climbed onto the tower and were able to call 911 for rescue.

None of the occupants remember the bilge pump working while they were at anchor but did notice waves coming over the side from time to time.


BARDID: FL-2013-0368
Date: 2013-05-25 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:00:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: TOLOMATO RIVER
NearestCityTown: ST. AUGUSTINE
County: SAINT JOHNS
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by vessel
AccidentEvent3: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Rented personal watercraft (PWC) were traveling north on the Intracoastal Waterway north of the Vilano Bridge in St. Augustine, FL.  V1 overtook V2 on port side, turned starboard and slowed or stopped in the path of V2.   V2 attempted an off-throttle turn attempting to avoid colliding with V1.  V2 continued straight, striking V1 ejecting V1's operator into the water. V1's operator was transported to Flagler Hospital in St. Augustine for treatment. 
Victim sustained a fractured vertebrae, lacerated liver, bruised kidney, and broken rib.


BARDID: FL-2013-0369
Date: 2013-07-07 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:00:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: BISCAYNE BAY
NearestCityTown: MIAMI BEACH
County: MIAMI-DADE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Engine
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On Monday, July 8, 2013 at approximately 2:00 PM,  I was notified by FWC dispatch of a delayed boating accident that occurred on the previous day.  I was instructed to make contact with subject from SEATOW as he was the reporting party and assisted V1 after the accident. He provided information regarding the three vessels involved and the nature of the accident. The boating accident occurred at the Miami Beach Marina on July 7, 2013, at approximately 1:00 PM and involved three vessels. Vessel 2 and 3 were both docked and vessel 3 was unoccupied.

 
On July 9th, I made contact with the operator of V1. He stated that as he was backing up from his dock slip on A-Pier when he momentarily lost control of his port engine. The strong current carried the port side of V1 into the bow of V2 and V3 which were both docked on the north side of B-pier. The port stern of V1 struck the bow of V2 causing damage to the fiberglass above the water line. The port side of V1 also struck the bow of V3 causing a scratch and paint transfer on the port bow. 

V1 operator was only able to provide the names of three of his friends who were on board, although he stated on his sworn written statement that there were seven on board. 


The damage observed on vessels 2 and 3 seemed consistent with the damage observed on V1.


BARDID: FL-2013-0370
Date: 2013-05-12 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 20:00:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: ROBBIES WHEEL DITCH
NearestCityTown: ISLAMORADA
County: MONROE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentCause2: Excessive speed
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
AccidentEvent3: Person struck by propeller
RedactedNarrative:
On Sunday, May 12, 2013, at approximately 2000 hours (hrs) Boating Accident #FWSB-13-OFF-004750 occurred in Robbie's Wheel Ditch, south of Lignumvitae Key, Monroe County Florida. This accident occurred at approximate GPS location, Latitude N24'52.909, Longitude W80'42.123.

Vessel one (V1) with one operator on board was traveling northeast from Port Antigua Beach towards La Siesta Resort. V1 made a turn towards port while traveling thru Robbie's Wheel Ditch causing the stern end to slide and impact with mangroves on the starboard rear. V1 operator was ejected and unmanned V1 continued to travel at an angle down the creek where it lodged into the mangroves at approximate GPS location, Latitude N24'52.925, Longitude W80'42.107. A multi-agency search and rescue (SAR) mission ensued for the missing V1 operator who was recovered near the accident site by United States Coast Guard.

The operator of V1 was ejected off V1 and suffered a brain concussion as a result of blunt force wounds to his head. He was missing and later recovered by USCG. He was not wearing a personal flotation device and the engine cut off safety lanyard was not attached at the time of the accident.

Based on statements, evidence and information gathered to date, a contributing factor in this accident was the use of alcohol. The operator of V1 had a blood alcohol level of 0.26 g/dL according to District 16 Medical Examiner Autopsy toxicology report. ; operator suffered a blunt force wound to the head. On the right temporal/parietal scalp there is a 2 inch laceration and a slightly depressed skull fracture. He has prop scars to the left buttocks and hip. Left upper arm and left wrist is contused. Cause of death is saltwater drowning.


BARDID: FL-2013-0371
Date: 2013-07-11 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:44:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: GULF OF MEXICO
NearestCityTown: CARRABELLE
County: FRANKLIN
WaterConditions: Rough
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Thursday
AccidentCause1: Weather
AccidentCause2: Hazardous waters
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Sinking
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel left Ceder Key headed to Carrabelle with two people on board. They said the Gulf was flat until they got outside Dog Island where the winds picked up to 15 to 20 and they started taking waves over the deck. They were taking in so much water the bilge pumps could not pump it out fast enough and the vessel sank three miles south of the east end of Dog Island where they got in their life vessel. When I arrived they were watching their 40 foot house boat sink. I took them into my vessel and took them to Carrabelle. I also towed their life boat to Carrabelle. At this time Tow Boat US is pumping out the sunk house boat and will tow it into Carrabelle.


BARDID: FL-2013-0372
Date: 2013-05-18 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:00:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: ST ANDREWS BAY
NearestCityTown: PANAMA CITY
County: BAY
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Other
OtherAccidentCause: passenger/skier behavior
AccidentEvent1: Person struck by propeller
RedactedNarrative:
On 05/18/2013, at approximately 1700 hours CST, Vessel 1 (V1) was pushed off of the beach of Shell Island in St Andrews Bay.  Two persons remained wading in the water that arrived there by same mentioned vessel earlier in the day.  The two subjects wading in the water were waiting for the vessel to come back around to pick them up.  As Operator operated V1 at idle speed in a wide port side turn, One person started quickly walking towards the rear of the vessel so she could get on board.  Operator was unaware that she had made her way to the stern of the vessel and did not see her.  Victim attempted to approach the ladder mounted on the port side stern of the vessel as it was still in motion and in gear. left leg came in contact with the rotating propeller, severely injuring the limb.  When Operator heard her screaming, he shut the motor off and jumped in the water to assist her into the boat with the other person assisting him.

After loading victim on board, they made their way to St Andrews Marina and Munoz-Sandoval called Bay County EMS where they met them there at 1756 hours CST.  victim was admitted to Bay Medical Center / Sacred Heart in Panama City where she underwent surgery and subsequently had the left leg amputated near the knee area due to the severe injury.;


BARDID: FL-2013-0373
Date: 2013-07-06 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:30:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: GULF OF MEXICO
NearestCityTown: UNINCORPORATED
County: MONROE
WaterConditions: Rough
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Collision with recreational vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel 1 was following vessel 2 through a shallow area. Vessel 2 hit bottom and lost speed. Vessel 1 was following at a distance that did not allow for enough time to stop to avoid colliding with stern of vessel 2. Vessel 1 steered hard to the right and the left side chine of vessel 1 struck the outboard motor and right side of stern at and above the rub rail of vessel 2.


BARDID: FL-2013-0374
Date: 2013-07-06 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:15:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: KINGS BAY
NearestCityTown: CRYSTAL RIVER
County: CITRUS
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Other
OtherAccidentCause: passenger/skier behavior
AccidentEvent1: Person struck by propeller
RedactedNarrative:
On Saturday July 6, 2013 at approximately 1215 hours vessel 1 was towing subject in the Crystal River traveling  west when the operator of V1 slowed to pick up towed person. Operator placed the vessel in neutral and the towed tube drifted towards vessel 1.  During this time subject, on the tube slid off of the tube and into the water struck the outboard motor skeg and propeller area, Tuber was transported to Seven Rivers Medical Center by her Father, medical attention was necessary and required a total of 39 stitches to both legs below the knee.  This scenario was confirmed by all persons on the vessel at the time of the incident, no citations were issued and a safety inspection after the incident revealed all necessary equipment was on board.;


BARDID: FL-2013-0375
Date: 2013-06-28 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:00:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: INTRACOASTAL WATERWAY
NearestCityTown: ST. AUGUSTINE
County: SAINT JOHNS
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Weather
AccidentEvent1: Fall in vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On 06/28/13 at approximately 3:00 PM, I was notified of a vessel accident on the ICW within St Johns County involving one vessel a 2004, fiberglass 18 ft Action Craft (V1) occupied by one adult male and one juvenile male. Both occupants were injured and transported to Flagler Hospital, 400 Health Park Blvd, St Augustine, FL, 32086 for treatment.
Operator was struck by lightning and trnsported to hospital for treatment; occupant received a laceraion to his chin and above his left eye, also had two front teeth broken. transported to Flagler Hospital in St Augustine and received 11 stitches in his chin and 1 over his left eye. Had his teeth fixed at his dentist.


BARDID: FL-2013-0376
Date: 2013-07-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:00:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: PONCE INLET
NearestCityTown: PONCE INLET
County: VOLUSIA
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Thursday
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
AccidentEvent3: Person struck by propeller
RedactedNarrative:
On 07/04/13, V1 a 2001 Sea Doo Bombardier was being operated in Ponce Inlet occupied by one adult and one juvenile. V1 was rolled by a wave as the operator slowed to enter a slow speed zone. V1 began to take on water and would not restart.  V2 a 24 ft fiberglass 1998 Four Winns was operating in the inlet occupied by two adults; The operator of V2 observed V1's occupants in the water and approached to render assistance. As V1's juvenile occupant attempted to board V2 to be transported to the boat ramp he struck his foot on the propeller causing a laceration to his left foot. The Juvenile was transported to Halifax Hospital in Port Orange for treatment where he received 8 stitches. ;


BARDID: FL-2013-0377
Date: 2013-07-03 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 02:00:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: BISCAYNE BAY
NearestCityTown: KEY BISCAYNE
County: MIAMI-DADE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Wednesday
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On July 3rd, 2013 at approximately 1400 hrs,  operator was  operating her boy friend's Personal Watercraft (PWC) (V1)bearing (FL2021PN)  heading North just past the idle speed  zone after the Rickenbacker Causeway bridge.   Operator stated her speed was approximately 30mph when she realized another PWC was approaching her from the right (starboard) without changing its course.   Operator jumped off the PWC into the water while the other PWC struck her PWC on the starboard bow and then fled.  Operator was unable to see the registration on the PWC, but provided a description of the hit and run PWC as being black and gray.


BARDID: FL-2013-0378
Date: 2013-07-05 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:40:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: GULF OF MEXICO
NearestCityTown: SIESTA KEY
County: SARASOTA
WaterConditions: Rough
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Fair
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Hazardous waters
AccidentCause2: Restricted vision
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/swamping
RedactedNarrative:
VI ran aground outside of Big Pass and partially sank on Siesta Beach due to weather conditions and vessel capabilities.


BARDID: FL-2013-0379
Date: 2013-05-06 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:15:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: ICW
NearestCityTown: Pompano Beach
County: BROWARD
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Monday
AccidentCause1: Equipment failure
EquipmentFailure: Seat broke loose
AccidentEvent1: Fall in vessel
AccidentEvent2: Collision with fixed object
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel 1 was traveling South bound on the ICW being operated when the aluminum base of seat suddenly broke causing him to fall backwards. Operator lost control of the vessel at this time, the vessel turned towards the west side of the ICW striking a dock at 702 SE 28 Ave Pompano Beach. The bow rail struck at the south end of the dock, the outboard motor appears to have struck bottom. Damage to bow rail, transom, motor bracket and motor. Operator and passenger refused medical attention from Pompano Beach Fire Rescue after the accident, I will follow up and provide further information if needed.


BARDID: FL-2013-0380
Date: 2013-06-15 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 21:00:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: Barron River
NearestCityTown: Everglades
County: COLLIER
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Fair
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
RedactedNarrative:
On June 15, 2013 at around 2100 hours, Operator was operating V1 inbound from offshore through the marked channel that leads to the mouth of the Barron River. After passing red marker #14, Operator stated that his lighting system on board his vessel failed. He stated that this caused him to miss the turn that he was required to make at green marker #15 at which time he impacted that marker. V1 struck marker #15 on the port side of the bow about four feet aft of the bow pulpit. The marker ran down the side of the boat causing a long scratch down to the midship section of the vessel. In addition, the glass windshield was broken out by the impact with the marker.

I went out to marker #15 on 06-17-2013 and confirmed that the steel I-beam was still in place but bent over. This is a lighted marker and the lightkit was knocked off due to the impact. I am unable to determine if the green flashing light on top of the marker was functional at the time of the collision.


BARDID: FL-2013-0381
Date: 2013-07-11 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:52:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: WEEKI WACHEE RIVER
NearestCityTown: WEEKI WACHEE
County: HERNANDO
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Thursday
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause2: Improper lookout
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
RedactedNarrative:
A canoe with four people on board was traveling down-stream from Buccaneer Bay when it headed toward a tree branch overhanging the Weeki Wachee River.  An operator sitting at the bow of the vessel hit the branch, which caused abrasions and bruising to her upper-right torso.  The remaining occupants were uninjured.   ;Subject had abrasions and some bruising on the right side of her torso.  According to Oak Hill Hospital, there were no fractures or other injuries to her ribs as previously reported by subject.


BARDID: FL-2013-0382
Date: 2013-05-26 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 22:00:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: INTRACOASTAL WATERWAY
NearestCityTown: ST. AUGUSTINE
County: SAINT JOHNS
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On May 26, 2013 at approximately 2200 hours, a single vessel collision occurred on the Intracoastal Waterway (ICW) behind the street address of 114 Pelican Reef Drive in the City of St. Augustine, St. Johns County, Florida. Involved was an 16 foot Stumpknocker center consul vessel (V1) occupied by two males and one female. V1 collided with a dock causing the fatality of the two males and serious bodily injury to the female. All three occupants were ejected into the water and none were wearing  lifejackets. The two males were recovered a short distance from the accident site deceased. The female was located by  a Good Samaritan vessel holding onto a dock piling and rescued. She was transported to Shand's Medical Center in Jacksonville, Florida for treatment of her injuries.; operator: small contusion of the head, drowning; occupant:Blunt force trauma to the front right head with lacerations and broken vertebra in neck; occupant2:Facial fractures of the nose area, degloving of the right arm and a small contusion of the brain.


BARDID: FL-2013-0383
Date: 2013-04-07 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:30:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: GULF OF MEXICO
NearestCityTown: ST. PETERSBURG
County: PINELLAS
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: People on gunwale, bow, or transom
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
RedactedNarrative:
Two persons were onboard vessel at time of accident.  Passenger states vessel was inbound buncess pass and came to a stop at marker 3 to check the engine because water was not circulating out of the motor.  Deployed anchor.  Operator put vessel in neutral and walked to the stern of vessel and stood on deck near the engine.  Passenger states the operator fell into the water after losing balance.  Passenger threw a line to subject but was not able to take hold.  Subject in water directed passenger to retrieve anchor.  As subject was initially retrieving anchor, she noticed subject in water drifting away towards the opening of the pass into the open water of the gulf.  Once passenger finished retrieving anchor to start the motor and pick up subject she was not able to locate him.  Rescue efforts were not able to locate the subject.  Remains missing


BARDID: FL-2013-0384
Date: 2013-06-20 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:37:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: ICW
NearestCityTown: POMPANO BEACH
County: BROWARD
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Thursday
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel 1 was following directly behind vessel 2 in a 25mph zone.  V2 slowed down as he approached the slow speed zone at which time v1 struck the rear of v2 and came over the top of it.  The passenger of v1 was ejected off the waverunner and into the water.  The passenger suffered contusions to lower left leg that was not life threatening but was transported to imperial point hospital for further examination.  V1 was still operable and was driven back to the jet ski rental location.  V2 suffered a broken steering column as well as fiberglass damage to the front cover.;


BARDID: FL-2013-0385
Date: 2013-06-21 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:55:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: ATLANTIC OCEAN
NearestCityTown: TOWM OF PALM BEACH
County: PALM BEACH
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Hull failure
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
RedactedNarrative:
V1 MOORED TO A MOORING BALL OFF OF THE BREAKERS HOTEL IN PALM BEACH FLORIDA.  OCCUPANTS NOTICED THERE WAS WATER COMING INTO THE VESSEL THROUGH THE HULL.  V1 CALLED FOR ASSISTANCE AND HEADED NORTH TOWARD THE PALM BEACH INLET.  SEA TOW AND TOW BOAT US WEST PALM BEACH ARRIVED.  SEA TOW TOOK ALL OF THE PASSENGERS TO THE SAILFISH MARINA IN PALM BEACH SHORES.  TOW BOAT US TOOK THE VESSEL INTO TOW.  V1 SUSTAINED DAMAGE TO THE HULL FROM AN UNKNOWN CAUSE, WHICH INITIATIED THE HULL FAILURE.  V1 FLOODED AND SUBSEQUENTLY CAPSIZED IN THE PALM BEACH INLET.


BARDID: FL-2013-0386
Date: 2013-07-13 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:10:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: ICW
NearestCityTown: boynton beach
County: PALM BEACH
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Fair
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Collision with fixed object
RedactedNarrative:
V2 was properly docked  (unoccupied) on the icw along the outside/east dock of the banana boat restaurant.  V3 was exiting a narrow access canl eastbound into the icw from its dockage.  V3 was a 65ft commercial drift fishing boat.  V1 was attempting to dock directly behind v2 and at the same time v3 was exiting the canal.  While trying to dock, the stern of v1 blocked the path of v3.  V3 stopped in the canal, but was restricted in its maneuverability.  V3 sounded its horn and the operator of v1 decided to terminate its current and initial attempt at docking.  V1 completed the turn, now facing northbound in the icw and directly at the stern ov v3.  V1 quickly reversed in an attempt to back into the dock directly behind and to the stern of v2.  At this point the port side stern of v1 made contact with the rear port side of v2, the impact forced v2 hard into the dock.  In addition to the port side damage, v2 sustained damage to starboard side in two different areas as result of impact with the dock poles.  V1 sustained damage to the port side stern.  No contact was made with v3 and it continued on its fishing voyage.  Damage to the wooden dock consisted of a broken dock pole.


BARDID: FL-2013-0387
Date: 2013-05-12 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:50:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: CLEARWATER PASS
NearestCityTown: CLEARWATER
County: PINELLAS
WaterConditions: Rough
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Force of wave/wake
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
V1 was traveling east in the gulf of mexico towards clearwater pass.  As v1 approached the mouth of clearwater pass the engine stalled due to running out of fuel.  As the vessel came off plane and settled into the water a large wave washed over the transom of the vessel causing it to fill with water.  Waves kept washing over the transom and the water kept filling the vessel.  After several waves crashed over the stern the vessel capsized.  Occupants and operator were thrown overboard before being able to obtain pfd's. Within a couple of minutes rescue vessels arrived onscene and pulled the subjects from the water.  No injuries reported.


BARDID: FL-2013-0388
Date: 2013-06-21 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 10:30:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: BISCAYNE BAY
NearestCityTown: MIAMI
County: MIAMI-DADE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
RedactedNarrative:
VESSEL 1 WAS TRAVELLING NORTHBOUND UNDER POWER WITHIN THE ICW APPROACHING THE PORT BLVD BRIDGE.  THE CAPTAIN ATTEMPTED TO CROSS UNDER THE BRIDGE AT WHICH POINT THE TOP OF THE MAST COLLIDED WITH THE BRIDGE.  THE MAST BROKE AT THE CENTER AND BASE AS IT FELL ONTO THE DECK OF THE VESSEL.  IT CAUSED FURTHER DAMAGE TO THE VESSEL AND INJURED THE CAPTAIN.

THERE NO DAMAGES VISIBLE TO THE PORT BRIDGE.operator received bruises and minor scrapes from the mast and sail falling to the deck of the vessel.


BARDID: FL-2013-0389
Date: 2013-05-29 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:20:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: ICW
NearestCityTown: INDIAN ROCKS BEACH
County: PINELLAS
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Wednesday
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
RedactedNarrative:
V1 WAS ATTEMPTING TO DOCK IN SLIP 6 LOCATED AT THE HOLIDAY INN IN INDIAN ROCKS BEACH.  THERE WERE VESSELS MOORED IN SLIPS 5 AND 7.  ACCORDING TO THE OPERATOR OF V1, HE WAS HAVING DIFFICULTY PLACING THE VESSEL INSIDE SLIP 6 DUE TO THE STRONG WINDS AND TIDAL CURRENT.  AS THE STERN OF V1 BECAME EXTREMELY CLOSE TO THE VESSEL IN SLIP 5, THE OPERATOR OVER ACCELERATED, RUNNING INTO THE PORT BOW OF THE VESSEL IN SLIP 7


BARDID: FL-2013-0390
Date: 2013-06-13 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:00:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: BEAR CUT
NearestCityTown: KEY BISCAYNE
County: MIAMI-DADE
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Thursday
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
RedactedNarrative:
V1 WAS ANCHORED EAST OF BEAR CUT BRIDGE ON THE SOUTH SIDE SAND BAR WHEN V2 STRUCK V1 WHILE TRAVELING EAST ALONG THE SAND BAR.; CONTUSION TO ARMS AND LEGS FROM IMPACT WITH FRONT OF PWC (STEERING BARS)


BARDID: FL-2013-0391
Date: 2013-07-06 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:00:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: INTRACOASTAL WATERWAY
NearestCityTown: FLAGLER BEACH
County: FLAGLER
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by vessel
AccidentEvent3: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On 07/06/13 at approximately 1820 hrs, a vessel accident involving two personnel water craft (PWC) occurred on the Intracoastal Waterway (ICW) in Flagler Beach, Flagler County, Florida. PWC (V1) a 2006 10' 215 hp Sea-Doo and PWC ( V2) a 2004 8' 115 hp Bombardier  were operated by adult males with no other occupants on board.  V1 was following directly behind V2 as they both were traveling at a high rate of speed on the ICW. V2 entered a restricted slow speed zone and came off the throttle upon entering the zone and settled into the water. V1 while following V2 into the zone reduced speed too slowly causing V1 to impact the stern of V2 with V1's bow striking the operator of V2 causing him to be ejected into the water.
Operator2 had one vertabre fracture and two fractures of the hip bone left and right fragmented bones floating free from those injuries.


BARDID: FL-2013-0392
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2013-06-12 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:42:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: DUMBFOUNDING BAY
NearestCityTown: AVENTURA
County: MIAMI-DADE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Wednesday
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Sharp turn
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
AccidentEvent3: Flooding/swamping
RedactedNarrative:
V1 WAS CONDUCTING PERFORMANCE TESTING IN A 30 MPH ZONE.  VESSEL ATTEMPTED TO MAKE A U-TURN (TO LEFT) AT APPROX. 40 MPH.  ACCORDING TO OPERATOR THE VESSEL CAUGHT A CHINE AND BEGAN TO CAPSIZE CAUSING PASSENGER TO BE THROWN FROM THE VESSEL. THE VESSEL THEN TOOK ON  A LARGE AMOUNT OF WATER AND SUNK.  NO INJURIES SUSTAINED IN THE INCIDENT.  VESSEL CONSIDERED A TOTAL LOSS BY INS.


BARDID: FL-2013-0393
Date: 2013-07-27 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 10:30:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: BIG PASS
NearestCityTown: SARASOTA
County: SARASOTA
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Hazardous waters
AccidentCause2: Weather
AccidentEvent1: Collision with commercial vessel
RedactedNarrative:
v2 was anchored off the beach at south lido park.  it was unoccupied.  v1 was attempting to anchor near v2 when the operator lost control and hit v2.  strong tidal currents and moderate wind were a foctor.  the starboard stern of v1 struck a window on port bow of v2 cracking it.  v1 had minor damage, no injuries in the crash.


BARDID: FL-2013-0394
Date: 2013-06-15 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:20:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: INTERCOASTAL
NearestCityTown: CITY OF MIAMI
County: MIAMI-DADE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Force of wave/wake
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
BOTH VESSEL 1 AND 2 WERE NAVIGATING SOUTHBOUND ON THE ICW JUST NORTH OF THE JULIA TUTTLE BRIDGE.  VESSEL 1 CAPTAIN STATED THAT HE WAS TRYING TO OVERTAKE VESSEL 2 WHEN 2'S WAKE CAUSED V1 TO CAPSIZE.  ALL OCCUPANTS OF V1 GOT EJECTED.  NO OTHER INFORMATION WAS RECOVERED FOR V2.  INJURED OCCUPANT WAS TRANSPORTED TO JACKSON HOSPITAL BY RESUE 25 REFERENCE INJURIES TO HER RIGHT LEG.  NO OTHER INJURIES WERE REPORTED.  V2 LEFT THE SCENE.     THE INJURED PERSON RECEIVED A LACERATION TO HER LEG.; VICTIM RECEIVED A LACERATION TO RIGHT LEG


BARDID: FL-2013-0395
Date: 2013-06-17 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 10:38:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: PINE ISLAND SOUND
NearestCityTown: CAPTIVA
County: LEE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Monday
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentEvent1: Collision with submerged object
AccidentEvent2: Collision with recreational vessel
RedactedNarrative:
V2 WAS DOCKED AND UNOCCUPIED AT THE TIME OF THE VESSEL CRASH.  V1 WAS ATTEMPTING TO EXIT THE SOUTH SEAS HARBOR MARINA.  V1 ACCELERATED WHILE TURNING AND STRUCK V2 IN THE BOW CAUSING APPROXIMATELY 3000 IN DAMAGE.  THERE WERE NO PERSONS INJURED DURING THE ACCIDENT.


BARDID: FL-2013-0396
Date: 2013-07-21 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:50:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: GULF OF MEXICO
NearestCityTown: MADEIRA BEACH
County: PINELLAS
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
V1 AND V2 WERE TRAVELING NORTHWEST PARALLEL TO THE BEACH IN THE GULF OF MEXICO DUE WEST OF 144TH AVE. NORTH AND GULF BLVD.  V1 WAS ON THE STARBOARD SIDE OF V2.  V1 MADE A LEFT TURN IN FRONT OF V2 AND V2 WAS UNABLE TO MANEUVER TO AVOID THE CRASH.  V2 ATTEMPTED TO ACCELERATE TO TURN OUT OF THE PATH OF V1 HOWEVER WAS NOT ABLE TO AVOID THE COLLISION.

AT IMPACT, OPERATOR OF V1 STRUCK THE HANDLE BARS AND THEN WAS EJECTED INTO THE WATER.  OPERATOR OF V2 WAS ALSO EJECTED INTO THE WATER.  BOTH SUSTAINED INJURIES FROM IMPACT AND WERE TREATED AT BAYFRONT MEDICAL CENTER.; OPERATOR1 SUSTAINED AN ABRASION IN THE AREA OF HIS LEFT HIP CAUSED BY AN IMPACT WITH THE HANDLE BARS OF THE PWC;OPERATOR2 WAS TRANSPORTED TO THE HOSPITAL FOR PRECATUIONARY PURPOSES TO GET CHECKED BY A PHYSICIAN.  (CONCUSSION)


BARDID: FL-2013-0397
Date: 2013-07-16 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:30:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: MIAMI RIVER
NearestCityTown: MIAMI
County: MIAMI-DADE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Tuesday
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
RedactedNarrative:
V1 WAS DOCKED.  V2 WAS TRAVELING WEST ON THE MIAMI RIVER WHEN IT ATTEMPTED TO MANEUVER AROUND ANTOHER VESSEL TRAVELING EAST ON THE RIVER.  V2 STRUCK THE STBD BOW OF V1 WITH ITS PORT BOW.  NO INJURIES REPORTED.


BARDID: FL-2013-0398
Date: 2013-07-22 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:00:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: WATERS OF STATE
NearestCityTown: KEY WEST
County: MONROE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Monday
AccidentCause1: Equipment failure
EquipmentFailure: Auxiliary
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Sinking
RedactedNarrative:
July 22, 2013 I Officer were on water patrol when dispatch advised us that there was a vessel sunk at the dock at Sunset Marina.  We arrived on scene at 1823 hours and observed Tow Boat US salvaging FL 9961 PE.  FL 9961 PE is a 2011 Dorado.  Two subjects had gone off shore fishing in Key West and had left their vessel tied to the dock at Sunset Marina.  Upon their return they found it sunk.  Officer and I interviewed the owners and several people who had observed the vessel sunk.  We took witness statements and then went to Robbies Marina on Stock Island where Tow Boat US had taken the vessel to have the engine "pickled".  We were unable to determine the cause of the accident.

July 25, 2013 I went and interviewed the Tow Boat operator, who salvaged the vessel.  He stated that the vessel did not have the deck scupper plugs in when he dove it.  He did state that the main drain plug was in.  It was stated that the bilge pump was not operational in witness statement.  

It was determined that the vessel took on water through the deck scuppers and that combined with no working bilge pump caused it to sink.


BARDID: FL-2013-0399
Date: 2013-07-21 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:30:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: CLEARWATER HARBOR
NearestCityTown: LARGO
County: PINELLAS
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Sharp turn
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
V1 was traveling south and made a sharp turn. Passengers within the vessel caused weight transfer and V1 capsized. 

V1 was traveling southbound in the ICW, just south of Belleair Causeway, headed to Belleair Boat Ramp. V1 was on plane when an umbrella in the vessel flew out. The operator and several occupants attempted to grab the umbrella before it left the vessel, but the operator also turned the wheel causing the vessel to make a sharp turn. The sudden sharp turn and weight transfer caused the vessel to capsize and eject all of the occupants. A good Samaritan vessel retrieved all of the occupants from the water and helped them right the vessel and bail the water out. All occupants denied EMS treatment by Largo Fire Rescue Engine 39C. I assisted the individuals getting their vessel back to Belleair Boat Ramp and after Miranda obtained the information about the accident from operator. End report.


BARDID: FL-2013-0400
Date: 2013-07-20 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:23:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: ATLANTIC OCEAN
NearestCityTown: FT. LAUDERDALE
County: BROWARD
WaterConditions: Rough
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Fair
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Hazardous waters
AccidentEvent1: Person struck by propeller
RedactedNarrative:
victim's right foot struck the port propeller of idle vessel while attempting to board from the water after being towed on a tube. Victim received a severe laceration to the top of his right foot as a result. Victim advised that the vessel's movement due to the rough seas may have contributed to the injury. After the incident the vessel was unable to start for an unknown reason and was subsequently towed back to 15th St. Boat Ramp.
No Citations were given. 
Victim  sustained 2 lacerations on right foot. 1 of the lacerations "minor". 1 considered major requiring surgery to repair tendon damage.


BARDID: FL-2013-0401
Date: 2013-07-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:44:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: HOMOSASSA RIVER
County: CITRUS
WaterConditions: Rough
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Poor
DayofWeek: Thursday
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
RedactedNarrative:
V-2 was traveling west on the Homosassa River and was coming off plane as it approached an idle zone. V-1 was approaching V-2 at a fast pace before the operator of V-1 realized that V-2 had settled into the water at an idle. The operator of V-1 put the vessel in reverse in an attempt to not collide with V-2. V-1 Collided with the rear port side of V-2. V-1 ran over the engine compartment and slid off the starboard side of V-2. V-1 caused approximately $3000 in damage to V-2. V-1 operator was issued U.B.C. # V353841 for improper lookout. There were no injuries from the accident.


BARDID: FL-2013-0402
Date: 2013-07-06 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:29:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: LAKE GEORGE
NearestCityTown: PIERSON
County: VOLUSIA
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentEvent1: Collision with submerged object
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel 1 (Airboat) was traveling north on the eastern shore of Lake George at approximately 25 mph with two other persons on board. The vessel was being operated in approximately two feet or less of water and through heavy floating vegetation, (hyacinth). The vessel struck a submerged piling that was obscured by this vegetation. The impact caused the vessel to roll to its port side ejecting all occupants. The vessel came to rest on its port side. No injuries beyond first aid were reported. The vessel suffered damage to its bow. 

This report was taken from a nearby boat ramp. All information was gathered from the operator and witness statements. The investigating officer arrived approximately 2 hours after the crash and therefore was not able to access the scene at the time of incident. The operator was only able to provide a name and phone number for the second occupant of the vessel and no information on the third. Despite my attempts to contact the second occupant, he had not returned my calls at the time this report was completed.


BARDID: FL-2013-0403
Date: 2013-07-21 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:31:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: BAY
NearestCityTown: BAY HARBOR ISLANDS
County: MIAMI-DADE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentEvent1: Collision with commercial vessel
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On July 21, 2013 at approximately 1735hrs Officer and I were on water patrol in a marked capacity south of Haulover Sandbar and Intracoastal Waterway. While patrolling we heard a call over VHF channel 16 made by the Captain of an alleged struck vessel (hit & run), later identified as a 38 foot, 1981 Key West Sport Fishing vessel (DO643877)(V2). The Captain of v2 called in on the radio and said that a black PWC (V1), operated by a white male hit the above mentioned vessel and fled the scene. Simultaneously we observed a black PWC traveling westbound through the Haulover Sandbar and then started going northbound at a high rate of speed. We intercepted the PWC (YAMA3032J213), operated by a white male. I also observed damage on the rear port side of the PWC. Spontaneously he stated ”I didn't see the vessel, and the vessel crossed in front of me”, as well as “I'm fucked“. I then told him to board my vessel, and I placed him in handcuffs, and told him that he was not under arrest, but it was for my safety. 
Afterwards we brought Operator2 to the scene and he was able to identify the defendant as the person who struck his vessel and fled the scene. We moved to the Haulover Marina were we started to conduct the boating accident investigation. During the investigation we found out that a person onboard V2 was transported by paramedics to Mount Sinai Urgent Care, located in Aventura, due to  head  and  back injuries sustained in the accident. 
 After an on scene investigation, witness statements and spontaneous admission of the defendant   I arrested the defendant for a violation of, F.S 327.30(5), leaving the scene of an accident with injuries. Defendant was transported to TGK and booked.
 Afterwards we went to Mount Sanai Urgent care and meet with the operator of vessel 2 and obtained a sworn written statement. Operator2 stated that he was traveling northbound  east of Haulover sand bar when he saw the defendant on a PWC approaching at a high rate of speed toward his vessel mid-ship. He stated that he saw the PWC within 60' from his vessel and then he conducted an evasive maneuver in an attempt to avoid a collision.(refer to a witness statement )     
subject was released from the hospital late that night.  subject fell in boat from impact of the PWC.


BARDID: FL-2013-0404
Date: 2013-07-08 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:40:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: LAKE EUSTIS
NearestCityTown: TAVARES
County: LAKE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Monday
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Operator was cruising the east shoreline of Lake Eustis at approximately 20mph when he struck a boat dock.  Operator was the only occupant on the vessel and stated that he was texting his wife at the time of the accident.  Operator did sustain injuries to his forehead (laceration) and ribs, but denied medical treatment.  There were no witnesses to the accident, however neighbors heard the vessel hit the dock and went to the location.  Operator did state who he was to the neighbors and told them that he needed to get his vessel off the water in case it was damaged below the waterline.  Both neighbors did give statements to Inv. who also photographed the dock, vessel and injuries that Operator sustained.  Operator was cited for careless operation, violation of F.S. 327.33(3)(b), violating navigational rule 5, failure to maintain proper lookout.; Operator sustained a laceration to his forehead and complained of soreness in his ribs.  He denied medical treatment.  Head injury was photographed.


BARDID: FL-2013-0405
Date: 2013-06-15 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:10:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: LAKE MINNEHAHA
NearestCityTown: CLERMONT
County: LAKE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel one, a paddleboard, was being operated by the victim, a novice paddle boarder,near the shoreline in Lake Minnehaha.  Witness statements indicate that the victim was about 100 feet from shore, when he fell overboard and attempted to swim back to the board, but was not able to reach it.  He was struggling and called out for help, a nearby kayaker went to assist, getting near the victim and holding out a paddle to him.  The victim was not able to get the paddle and went under water.  The kayaker, along with a swimmer from shore, went under water and attempted to locate the victim, but were unsuccessful due to the poor water visibility.  The victim was reportedly a poor swimmer, or unable to swim and did not wear a personal floatation device, however, one was attached to the paddleboard.  The victim was recovered approximately 2 and 1/2 hours later, he was transported to the hospital where he was pronounced dead.

See the attachment section for a detailed narrative. victim drowned attempting to swim back to paddleboard.  medical blood draw revealed victim had been drinking and alcohol may have been a factor.  See medical examiner's report in the attachment section


BARDID: FL-2013-0406
Date: 2013-07-26 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:40:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: GULF OF MEXICO
NearestCityTown: PANAMA CITY BEACH
County: BAY
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by vessel
RedactedNarrative:
V1 and V2 were on a PWC tour around the waterways in Bay county. When V2 stopped, the operator of V1 was not paying attention.  When the operator of V1 realized that V2 was stopped, V1 made a sharp turn to avoid a collision.  V1 impacted V2 on the port side striking the operator of V2 on his left leg and knee.  

On 07/26/13 at approximately 1330 hours a PWC tour group was on a tour in the Gulf of Mexico just off the shore of Shell Island.  The tour guide stopped the tour to make sure all his people were still with him.  V2 came to a full stop near the group.  V1 was not paying attention to the vessel in front of him (V2).  When the operator of V1 noticed V2 was stopped in front of him, he made a sharp turn to avoid a collision, but it was too late.  V1 struck V2 one on the port side striking the operator of V2 on the leg.  The operator of V2 sustained injuries to his left leg and knee.  The operator of V2 was transported back to the livery by vessel and his parents transported him to Bay Medical Center.  At the Medical Center he was treated for deep contusions to his leg and knee and was released that day.; His injuries were a deep muscle contusions to his left knee and leg.  After treatment he was released that day.


BARDID: FL-2013-0407
Date: 2013-07-28 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:45:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: CALOOSAHATCHEE RIVER
NearestCityTown: FORT MYERS
County: LEE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Ignition of Spilled Fuel or Vapor
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (fuel)
RedactedNarrative:
VESSEL WAS DOCKED AT RESIDENCE.  OPERATOR ATTEMPTED TO START VESSEL WHILE OCCUPANT WAS ADDING FUEL TO THE VESSEL.  OCCUPANT POURED FUEL INTO THE HULL OF THE VESSEL THROUGH A ROD HOLDER INSTEAD OF THE FUEL TANK. FUMES FROM THE FUEL INSIDE OF THE HULL IGNITED WHEN OPERATOR ATTEMPTED TO START INBOARD ENGINE. BOTH SUBJECTS SUFFERED BURNS. HATCHES OF THE HULL WERE OPEN AT TIME OF FIRE PREVENTING HULL EXPLOSION. THE FIRE SELF EXTINGUSHED QUICKLY. NO DAMAGE TO VESSEL OR ENVIORNMENTAL IMPACT. BOTH SUBJECTS RECIEVED MEDICAL TREATMENT. ; operator :SECOND DEGREE BURNS TO LEFT LEG FIRST DEGREE BURNS TO LEFT ARM, NECK; occupant: FIRST DEGREE BURNS TO RIGHT / LEFT LEGS  SECOND DEGREE BURNS TO FACE, HEAD, LEFT / RIGHT ARMS THIRD DEGREE BURNS TO RIGHT HAND


BARDID: FL-2013-0409
Date: 2013-07-02 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 20:50:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: GULF OF MEXICO
NearestCityTown: INDIAN ROCKS BEACH
County: PINELLAS
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Tuesday
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
RedactedNarrative:
V1 WAS OPERATING IN THE CANAL ALONG THE DOCKS AT SLOW SPEED MINIMUM WAKE, HEADING TOWARDS RESIDENCE AND STRUCK THE STERN OF V2 DOCKED AT THAT RESIDENCE.  NO DAMAGE WAS NOTICED ON V1 AND MINIMAL ON V2


BARDID: FL-2013-0410
Date: 2013-07-21 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:50:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: DOCTORS INLET
NearestCityTown: ASBURY LAKE
County: CLAY
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Navigation rules violation
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by vessel
AccidentEvent3: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
I, Investigator, responded to a boating accident involving jet ski's. The extent of injuries and number of people involved were unknown at the time. Upon arrival, I observed fire rescue leaving the scene. I observed Officer with the Clay County Sheriff's Office out on the dock speaking with the party involved with the accident. 

I spoke with Officer and asked him if was going to take the report on the accident. He stated that he would take the information and write the report since the injuries were not serious. 

Approximately 8 days later, Officer called me and informed me that one of the subjects involved in the accident was now in critical condition at Orange Park Medical Center. I informed Officer that I would take over the investigation and file charges accordingly.

V1 and V2 had been operating for several hours during the day prior to the collision.  A witness reported that he had seen at least 3 PWC in the area, 2 of which matched the description of V1 and V2.  He stated that the operators were operating erratically by spraying each other and doing "spin-outs".      Collision-  V1 and V2 were at speed traveling in the same direction.  V1 was stated he thought he was +-50 yards behind V2.  V2 performed a spin-out maneuver and came to idle speed.  V1 continued on its same course and speed unit it became clear there would be a collision.  V1 released the throttle and turned the attempted to turn the handle bars to steer away but was unable to change course.  V1 ramped up starboard side of V2 and struck the operator of V2 and damaged V2's steering.  Op of V1 was ejected at impact but was uninjured.  Op. of V2 suffered broken right arm, broken rib and collapsed lung.;


BARDID: FL-2013-0411
Date: 2013-07-19 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:40:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: ATLANTIC
NearestCityTown: KEY WEST
County: MONROE
WaterConditions: Rough
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Improper anchoring
AccidentCause2: Hazardous waters
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
While in the process of trying to anchor in approximately 50' of water, the captain and mate tied the anchor line to the vessel's stern cleat in heavy seas.  This caused the stern to fill with water and capsize the vessel. PFD's were accessible and worn when the parties went into the water. - No UBC was issued.


BARDID: FL-2013-0413
Date: 2013-05-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:50:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: BISCAYNE BAY
NearestCityTown: MIAMI BEACH
County: MIAMI-DADE
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Force of wave/wake
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
RedactedNarrative:
On May 4, 2013, a passing vessel's wake caused damage to another vessel that was moored at Miami Beach Marina. 

On May 4th, 2013 I responded to a vessel accident that occurred in Miami Beach Marina.  After investigation, it was determined that a 25 meter yacht named Clarity was damaged as a result of another vessels wake.  

subject was on board vessel Clarity at the time of accident.  Vessel Clarity was moored in Miami Beach Marina at the end of pier G in slip 16.

At approximately 2:50pm a large sportfish type vessel was traveling north in Biscayne Bay in the area between the United States Coast Guard Base and Miami Beach Marina.  The wake of this vessel traveled under the Miami Beach Marina barrier seawall to vessel Clarity.  The wake caused vessel Clarity to rock and as a result a handrail on the port side was damaged and detached from the gunwale.


BARDID: FL-2013-0414
Date: 2013-07-29 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:45:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: ICW HAULOVER MARINA
NearestCityTown: MIAMI BEACH
County: MIAMI-DADE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Monday
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Steering
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On July 29th at approximately 7:45 pm I was dispatched to a hit and run vessel accident at Haulover Marina. Once on scene, I located the striking vessel (Tabata) at Duffy's Bar and Grill. The operator of Tabata stated he was in reverse from the marina (slip A 27) and while turning, the port bow struck the starboard beam of vessel Quantum. Immediately after striking the vessel Quantum, the operator of Tabata told the occupants of Quantum he needed fuel and would return in one hour. Operator1 stated his bow thrusters malfunctioned while backing and was unable to recover before striking the Quantum. The occupants of Quantum notified FWC and stayed on scene until another unit arrived. Officer arrived at Haulover Marina, took photos, and interviewed the occupants, while I conducted the investigation at Duffy's. I cited the operator of Tabata for leaving the scene of an accident.


BARDID: FL-2013-0415
Date: 2013-08-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 00:03:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: GULF OF MEXICO
NearestCityTown: MARATHON
County: MONROE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
RedactedNarrative:
V1 was underway on the bay side of Ohio Key inbound to Sunshine Key Marina.  After passing by a FWC patrol vessel the V1 operator turned around to look at the FWC vessel and struck red # 4 navigational marker head on.  The operator of V1 received a bloody nose and a split upper lip from the collision.  The occupants were uninjured.  ;


BARDID: FL-2013-0416
Date: 2013-08-03 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:20:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: HILLSBOROUGH BAY
NearestCityTown: TAMPA
County: HILLSBOROUGH
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Force of wave/wake
AccidentCause3: Operator inexperience
AccidentEvent1: Fall in vessel
RedactedNarrative:
I officer was dispatched to a portion of hillsborough bay north of beer can island, south of the alafia river ship channel and west of the spoil island located immediately north of beer can island To investigate a boat accident involving a single personal watercraft. Upon our arrival at 1140 we met with the tampa police department marine unit, the hillsborough county sheriffs marine unit and the u.s. air force marine unit who were already on scene. The victim was already safely aboard a good samaritans boat where his right leg was immobilized because he appeared to have a compound fracture. Tampa fire rescue were also on scene and transported the victim to the hospital. Upon our arrival at tampa general hospital we met with the victims friend who was on a separate pwc  when the accident happened. The friend advised us through an interpreter that he witnessed the victims pwc hit a rogue wave sending the pwc airborne and he witnessed the ejected man fall back on his pwc (fl 0740 pm) breaking his leg. After we got a sworn written statement through the interpreter who assisted in writing the statement, we met with the victim who through an interpreter gave us a sworn written statement after i read him his Miranda warnings which were also explained through the female interpreter.:according to the emergency room doctor the victim sustained a compound fracture to his right leg.


BARDID: FL-2013-0417
Date: 2013-06-15 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 09:30:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: GULF OF MEXICO
NearestCityTown: HORSESHOE BEACH
County: DIXIE
WaterConditions: Rough
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Fair
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Weather
AccidentCause2: Hazardous waters
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel -1 left from Horseshoe Beach Marina on the morning of Saturday June 15, 2013, at approximately 0830 hours, for a day of fishing in the Gulf of Mexico.  At approximately 2326 hours Florida Fish and Wildlife (FWC) was alerted by the United States Coast Guard (USCG) that vessel -1 was reported overdue.  FWC patrol vessels and USCG air unit (Helicopter) searched overnight for the missing vessel.  The following morning (June 16, 2013) USCG air unit (HC-130) located Vessel -1 overturned approximately 14 miles offshore with 2 male subjects clinging to their vessel.  FWC vessel patrol unit recovered both subjects at approximately 0847 hours and returned to Horseshoe Beach Marina where both subjects were treated by Dixie County EMS.  Two people were not with the overturned vessel and are still missing.  Vessel - 1 was recovered by Sea-Tow and towed to Horseshoe Beach Marina.   Search and rescue/recovery efforts continued through Saturday, June 22, 2013, for the missing with no success.
On Saturday, June 22, 2013, I conducted an interview occupant at his residence located. He relayed:
•	Operator was operating my boat because he is a better operator and knew the waters better than I.  
•	We were planning on going out about 27 miles to do some fishing. 
•	About 5 to 7 (35-50 minutes into the trip) miles out past the last Horseshoe channel marker the            
                  water kept getting rougher.  
•	We decided it was too rough and then turned around to head back in.
•	Once we turned the waves were hitting us head on, 
•	Water came over the bow and was filling the boat.
•	The bilge pump could not keep up with the amount of water coming in.
•	I went to the front and removed three lifejackets from one of the compartments and told everybody 
                   to put them on.
•	I was about to go to the second compartment for a lifejacket for myself. 
•	I told Operator to push the "May Day" button on the VHF radio. 
•	Operator was attempting to use the VHF radio to give our coordinates but was unfamiliar with it 
                   because I had just bought it.
•	Water and waves were making it impossible to see at this point.
•	The bow went up, water rushed to the stern, water started coming over the transom and the boat 
                   rolled over on the port side.
•	The Tee Top dragged Operator and I deeper under the water than the other two. 
•	We were all trying to hang on but it was really hard because of the waves pounding us.
•	occupant2 had a lifejacket on.
•	Operator had a lifejacket but was unable to get it on; he just had his arm through it.
•	I had no lifejacket, was unable to get to it before the boat capsized.
•	I remember it was only maybe five minutes after we rolled over when I saw Occupant2 holding onto Disappeared1, he was face down in the water, I saw no sign of life in him, there was no doubt that Disappeared1 was dead. 
•	Occupant2 had a very hard time holding onto Disappeared1's body and had to let him go.  
•	Operator was on the front bow area but was taking a pounding by the waves.
•	occupant2 was holding on the bow eye.
•	I was kind of sitting on the bottom of the ladder which was on the starboard stern and holding onto 
                  the ski eye.
•	Operator saw the yellow ski rope we used as a tag line (tied to the bow eye) floating back by 
me.
•	I located the rope and tied it to the motor and that's what we used to stay with the boat.


BARDID: FL-2013-0418
Date: 2013-07-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:30:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: BAYCREST CANAL
NearestCityTown: TAMPA
County: HILLSBOROUGH
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Thursday
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Collision with fixed object
RedactedNarrative:
V1 was heading north in the canal operating at idle speed.  V1 collided with V2 that was located on the lift, causing damage to the cowling and engine compartment of V2.  The operator left the helm multiple times attempting to gather lines and items for docking later.  he did not designate anyone as responsible for the helm or for look out.  no injuries from the accident


BARDID: FL-2013-0419
Date: 2013-08-01 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:30:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: DESTIN PASS
NearestCityTown: DESTIN
County: OKALOOSA
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Thursday
AccidentCause1: Weather
AccidentCause2: Hazardous waters
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
RedactedNarrative:
V1 southbound in destin pass near opening to gulf of mexico. Active water with two foot rolling seas and outgoing tidal current created hazard to operator. Attempted reciprocal turn to north. V1 swamped with two waves over bow. 
Operator interviewed with occupants.

operator stated the conditions were too rough at destin pass to continue. Operator attempted to turn in choppy waters. Initial bow wave filled the vessel and then a second caused the vessel to founder. Occupants entered the water. Two children onboard were wearing age appropriate pfds. All occupants climbed to safety onto the west jetty.

Items recovered indicated the vessel had the proper safety equipment onboard. I could not inspect the type iv throwable, fire extinguisher, nor sound producing device.

Operator was issued two boating safety warnings. One for careless operation of a vessel and operating vessel with expired registration.

Friday, 8/2/13, the vessel was found 50yds from henderson beach, destin, fl. Recovered by seatow.


BARDID: FL-2013-0420
Date: 2013-06-24 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:30:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: KINGS BAY
County: CITRUS
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Monday
AccidentCause1: Drug use
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On 062413, at about 1330hrs in Kings Bay, Vessel 1 operated by operator 1 while maneuvering, hit vessel 2 which had been docked and unoccupied at the above location. The bow of vessel 1 collided with the stern of docked vessel 2, causing bow scratches to vessel 1, and large dents, scuffing and black paint transfer to the stern of victim vessel 2. Witnesses gave statements and pictures advising the force of impact also warped the dock. Investigation revealed operator 1 of vessel 1 had been under the influence of drugs/medication while operating the vessel, and did not properly report the accident to law enforcement. Operator 1 of vessel 1 was arrested for BUI, and also cited for failure to keep a proper look out. Approximately $2,200.00 estimated for total property damage. No injuries were reported.


BARDID: FL-2013-0421
Date: 2013-07-19 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:00:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: BAY
NearestCityTown: MIAMI BEACH
County: MIAMI-DADE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Shift
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On 7-19-13 a approximately 13:30 I was dispatched to a boating accident south of Venetian Causeway. Once on scene, fire rescue had taken Victim to Ryder Trauma Center for his injuries. Witness statements reflect Victim approached the dock on his jet ski and attempted to reverse. Once the reverse did not work, Victim made contact with the pier.  I did not cite anyone involved in the accident as several other witnesses on scene stated they had problems using the reverse on the jet ski that day. ; 
at approximately 1400, Victim was admitted to Ryder Trauma Center via Rescue 22. Victim was treated and released at 1 am the following day. Victim suffered a broken tooth, slight concusion, stitches in his tongue, and small lacerations on his hands. I spoke with Victim on 7-31-13 and he stated he has made a full recovery.


BARDID: FL-2013-0422
Date: 2013-08-10 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:30:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: FLORIDA BAY
NearestCityTown: ISLAMORADA
County: MONROE
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentEvent1: Person struck by propeller
RedactedNarrative:
On 8-10-2013 I was advised by Miami dispatch that a boating accident occurred bayside MM 87. I responded and found a 32' Contender DO1184291 on a boat lift with four subjects, two white males and two white females. One of the females was laying on the stern of the vessel with a laceration to the back of her right leg. One male subject was holding a towel on the wound to stop the bleeding. EMS arrived, secured the victim and transported her to Mariners Hospital were she was treated. 
     I asked the owner/operator what happened and he advised that the victim was swimming around the stern of the vessel, he put the vessel in forward while the victim was swimming toward the vessel. The prop made contact with the right thigh of the victim. 911 was called and they came to the dock.
     The other occupants gave the same information.; Victim was swimming near stern of vessel, opperator put engine in forward then nutrual. Prop made contact with the back of right thigh causing one laceration aproximately 3 inches long. Victim was transported to hospital for treatment.


BARDID: FL-2013-0423
Date: 2013-08-01 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:28:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: MARINA ALONG RIVER
NearestCityTown: FORT MYERS
County: LEE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Thursday
AccidentCause1: Ignition of Spilled Fuel or Vapor
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (fuel)
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Operator of vessel #1 pulled into a marina to refuel. According to the operator and witness, blower was activated and venting fumes from bilge area before and after refuel. After purchase of fuel, the operator of the vessel started the motor which ignited a spark somewhere in the bilge, causing a loud flash explosion. As a result an eleven year old child who was sitting on a seat directly above the motor compartment was lunged forward when the hinged seats opened up. She received minor burns to her back, both arms and hands and was transported to a local hospital. A second female juvenile also received minor burns and refused medical treatment. Dark black smoke was reported to rise from the motor compartment area. The flash flame was self extinguished and there was no fire afterwards. The fixed fire extinguisher system located in the engine compartment did not activate. The only damage  caused by flash flame was done to both vent tubes. Investigators from the Fort Myers Fire Marshall's office arrived on scene to assist with determining cause and origin. A copy of there report is attached along with this report. The vessel was later towed from the scene by Tow Boat US. Victim2 received minor first degree burns to fingers and arm; hair singed.  Victim1 suffered first and second degree burns on arms, back and on fingers. Treated and released from hospital on the same day.


BARDID: FL-2013-0424
Date: 2013-08-13 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:50:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: GULF OF MEXICO
NearestCityTown: APOLLO BEACH
County: HILLSBOROUGH
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Tuesday
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Force of wave/wake
AccidentEvent1: Fall in vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel 1, a 10ft PWC, was traveling in an unknown direction in the Gulf of Mexico just North of Egmont Key. Vessel 1 had two people on board and was traveling at approximately 30 mph when it jumped a two foot high wave. Both the operator and the passenger fell off into the water. The passenger was uninjured and the operator dislocated his right hip. The Operator was transported to the hospital by St. Petersburg Fire Rescue. ; operator dislocated right leg. Possibly caused by right foot being caught in splash well/ foot rest, while his body rotated as he fell off  the PWC. Taken to Emergency Room.


BARDID: FL-2013-0425
Date: 2013-07-21 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:45:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: ATLANTIC OCEAN
NearestCityTown: NORTH MIAMI
County: MIAMI-DADE
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Force of wave/wake
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
RedactedNarrative:
On 7/21/13, at approximately 5:45 PM, Vessel 1 (V-1), a PWC, was traveling East through the Haulover Inlet.  Another large vessel was coming in (West) through the inlet as well.  The large wake caused by the big vessel caused V-1 to be steered into the rocks along the shoreline on the south side of the inlet.  The operator of V-1 stated that his PWC caught the down slope of the wake causing the water jet to come out of the water and eventually lost steering.  He jumped off of V-1 when he saw the collision with the rocks was unavoidable. The bow of V-1 struck the rocks along the shoreline.  He was able to get back onto the damaged V-1 and drove it back to the Haulover Marina where he notified FWC.  The large vessel that caused the wake did not stop at the scene and was unidentified.

The operator did not possess the required Boater Safety Education Card.

I had no further involvement in this case.


BARDID: FL-2013-0426
Date: 2013-06-15 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:09:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: LITTLE LAKE HENDERSON
NearestCityTown: INVERNESS
County: CITRUS
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On Saturday, June15, 2013, at approximately 1609 hours, a white 17-foot 1979 Hydra Sport vessel (V1) bearing Hull Identification Number (HIN) HSX17019M79D, struck a floating wooden boat(s) dock at a high rate of speed causing serious bodily injury to the operator of the vessel.  The two were returning to the boat ramp after a short trip (30 minutes) on the lake.  The operator of the vessel dropped his wife off, at the ramp, so she could back their truck and trailer into water.  While she was attempting to complete the task of backing the boat/trailer up for loading, Operator, continued to operate his vessel in close proximity of the boat ramp.  The operator of V1 was traveling east of the boat ramp, on plane, at a speed estimated above 25mph, on Little Lake Henderson.  The operator of the vessel was looking back at his motor to see if it was pumping water, and when he turned back around he saw the boat slip.  In an effort to make a sharp turn to the left to avoid the boat dock, he jammed his right hand between the steering wheel and console/gauges. Previous owner modified the gauges by remounting them on a 1 ½'' thick board and then mounted the board to the console. This reduced the original clearance of 2" by 1 ½" leaving only a 1/2" clearance between the steering wheel and console/gauges.  Operator was unable to turn the vessel and collided with the boat slip, then struck the post that was connected to the dock/slip.  The dock was approximately 250 yards east of the public boat ramp.  During the first initial impact the vessel traveled over the dock, then made a counterclockwise turn and struck the dock a subsequent time.  During the impacts Operator received multiple injuries.  Operator was able to recover and operate the vessel back to the ramp. Upon arriving operator told his wife to call 911, then he collapsed. When rescue personnel arrived, Operator was treated on scene and later was airlifted to Ocala Regional Medical Center Hospital, Marion County. The vessel was processed and released to the owner's designee. Due to the damaged section of the dock still being in the water, the dock could not yet be completely assessed for damage.  He suffered bruising and scrapes from falling around in the vessel during impact


BARDID: FL-2013-0427
Date: 2013-07-29 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 22:30:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: GULF OF MEXICO
NearestCityTown: ISLAMORADA
County: MONROE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Fair
DayofWeek: Monday
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
RedactedNarrative:
At approximately 11:30 p.m on July 29,2013 Officers responded to a boating accident on the bay side of Snake Creek. Upon arrival we found the vessel to be lodged into the mangroves and there were a total of four passengers onboard. I walked over to the vessel and assisted tow boat US remove the vessel from the mangroves and tow it out to deeper water. I then took the vessel to Coast Guard Islamorada where two were treated by EMS and taken to Mariners Hospital. Operator and Occupant1 were then read Miranda and questioned about the boating accident. Operator stated that they had just left the Marker 88 restaurant and she was operating the vessel when they were attempting to enter snake creek channel. Operator said that she was looking at the gps and when she looked up everything was really dark and then they suddenly crashed into the mangroves. Operator and occupant1 then filled out sworn written statements and where issued the proper boating citations. Officer and I then went to Mariners Hospital and collected statements from the two injured. Both individuals only suffered from contusions due to their body's impact with the mangrove trees. Pictures from the accident are attached.; Victim2 had some contusions on his left leg from impact with mangrove trees.; Victim1 had some contusions on her right arm, right hip, and right leg. All the contusions where from impact with mangrove trees.


BARDID: FL-2013-0428
Date: 2013-06-16 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:25:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: ATLANTIC OCEAN
NearestCityTown: KEY WEST
County: MONROE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Shift
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On June 16th, 2013 Operator1 captain of "Betty Boop Too" was exiting a slip in Key West Bight Marina.  While maneuvering his twin inboard catamaran vessel Operator1 noticed that when he shifted his vessel into reverse his starboard engine failed to switch to reverse causing his vessel to move forward at a faster rate of speed.  Operator1 stated that he had no time to avoid collision once he realized his engine was malfunctioning.  Operator1 struck Vessel2 on the forward aspect of his vessel damaging his bow pulpit and bow pulpit bracket.  After the collision two people untangled the two vessels.  After the vessels were separated Operator1 docked his vessel at the Marina to exchange information with Vessel2.  After the two spoke and exchanged information Operator1 and his three other occupants departed as planned to sail to Boca Grande, east of Key West.

I spoke with Vessel2 the following day at his residence.  He stated that his vessel was struck by the "Betty Boop Too" and that the operator stated that his "cable was broken."  Vessel2's understanding of that statement was that his steering cable was broken not his shifting cable.  After speaking with Vessel2 I  met with his mate at the dock where "Afternoon Delight" was moored.  Mate showed me the damage and explained how the collision happened.  Mate stated that the bow pulpit, bow pulpit bracket, port side rub rail, and ladder attached to sea wall were all damaged in the accident (see photos).  I also spoke with the dock master who stated that he has noticed damage to the sea wall ladder in the past.

On 6/20 I met with the operator of V1 in Key West Harbor as they were returning from their trip.  Operator1 was very helpful and explained the incident in detail.  Operator1 stated that they were exiting their slip and attempted to steer the vessel out of the harbor.  As Operator1 shifted his vessel into reverse his vessel accelerated forward.  Operator1 stated that he could not avoid the collision and struck "Afternoon Delight" on the Bow.  He stated that the vessels became snagged together by the deck lines and it took a few seconds to untangle them.  He then met with V2's owner at the dock to exchange information.  No citations were issued nor were there any injuries.


BARDID: FL-2013-0429
Date: 2013-07-02 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:30:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: BLACK CREEK
County: CLAY
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Fair
DayofWeek: Tuesday
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Single vessel accident occurred on Black Creek approximately one half mile east of rail road bridge. V1 was on full plane and veered towards south bank. The Bimini top on V1 hung up on a overhanging tree turning V1 into south shoreline. V1 impacted trees and shoreline causing injuries to five people onboard. V1 came to rest approximately 25 feet in wood line.
                                                 PRE - CRASH
     On July 2, 2013 Operator and family members were on Black Creek in her dad's 21 foot open deck boat. They had been enjoying a day on the water tubing and swimming on Black Creek. They were at a rope swing on the North bank, when bad weather started to move in.
                                                                     AT - CRASH
     Operator was operating V1 leaving the rope swing area on Black Creek. They were heading East on the waterway going to Knights Boat Ramp. V1 was on a full plane running right of center in the creek. At some point Operator was putting some trash in a trash bag located at her feet. It appears that V1 veered towards the South shoreline where an overhanging tree was located. The Bimini top of V1 caught the overhanging tree causing V1 to turn sharply towards the South bank. V1 continued through the shoreline, impacting trees, cypress knees, and tree limbs. V1 came to rest out of the water on the shoreline in the wooded area. Five of the eight people onboard received injuries.
                                                                     POST - CRASH
    After the crash the three adults onboard were injured and dazed and confused, two of the children had suffered injuries. Some good Samaritan's that were boating on Black Creek heard the outboard motor racing out of water and came to see what happened. They waved down a larger pontoon boat to assist with getting the injured to Knights Boat Ramp to meet Emergency Medical responders.; Occupant2 received a broken arm and head contusions. He was treated and is expected to make a full recovery. Operator received a facial laceration and concussion. She was treated and is expected a full recovery.; Occupant1 received a broken collar bone and head contusions. She was treated and is expected to make a full recovery.; Occupant4 received bumps and bruises. He was treated and has made a full recovery.; Occupant5 received head contusions and a concussion. She was treated and is expected to make a full recovery.


BARDID: FL-2013-0430
Date: 2013-08-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:25:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: SAN CARLOS BAY
NearestCityTown: SANIBEL
County: LEE
WaterConditions: Calm
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Congested waters
AccidentCause3: Force of wave/wake
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
RedactedNarrative:
V1 was southbound in san carlos bay towards the Sanibel bridge "a" span.  V1 attempted to overtake v2 on the starboard side.  V1 struck v2 on the starboard quarter at a speed of approximately 20 knots.

V1 failed to keep out of the way of v2 and was issued a citation for violation of navigation rule # 13 (overtaking).

San carlos bay is a congested waterway due to heavy vessel traffic attempting to enter and exit the bay at the sanibel bridge a span.

Heavy vessel wake in the area contributed to the loss of control of v1 while overtaking v2. Inexperience of the operator of v1 contributed to the vessel accident.

The witness listed in the report was traveling in a vessel that had overtaken v2 just prior to the accident.  The witness was traveling ahead of v2 and observed v1 attempt to overtake v2 with the intention of coming between v2 and their vessel.  The witness advised that the sea conditions were rough in the area due to heavy vessel wake.

V1 was being rented at the time of operation through a vessel boat club.  The vessel is owned by the company destination boat clubs, inc.


BARDID: FL-2013-0431
Date: 2013-08-03 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:29:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: ATLANTIC
County: MONROE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Navigation rules violation
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
AccidentEvent2: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent3: Person struck by vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On the above date, time and location I was patrolling the area of Islamorda when I was dispatched to a boating accident involving two PWC.  The call had a delay time and the injured party, Operator2 was already at Mariners Hospital.  Upon arrival to Mariners Hospital I met with officer; she advised me that a witness of the accident was given a written statement form and was completing it. 

Upon my investigation I determined that there were a total of four occupants, two on each PWC.  The operators during the time of the accident were, Operator2 on PWC FL 4301NY and Operator1 on PWC FL4017MW. The PWC's were rentals from Keys Skis in Key Largo FL, 33037.  The occupants of the PWC's  were nearing there allotment of 2 hour PWC rental tour and determined they had approximately 10 minutes left. They decided to utilize their remaining time by accelerating hard and driving close to each other.  Occupant fell off of Operator2's PWC causing it to slow down.  This is when Operator1's PWC ran into and over Operator2's PWC, striking Operator2 in the face and knocking him into the water.  Operator2 and his occupant were able to board the PWC and return to the rental location.  Ice was applied to Operator2's face once on land and he was rushed to the Mariners Hospital. All other occupants were uninjured. 

It was concluded that Operator2 had multiple facial fractures including cheek, eye socket, jaw and sinus walls.  Surgery will be needed.  

PWC FL4301NY sustained fiberglass damage and broken motor mounts.  
PWC FL4017MW sustained a broken front bumper. 

A Careless Operation warning was issued to both operators of the vessels.  

Pictures were taken and a written statement, see attached.


BARDID: FL-2013-0432
Date: 2013-08-02 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:00:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: GULF OF MEXICO
NearestCityTown: PANAMA CITY BEACH
County: BAY
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Owner stated that he asked the girls if they were going to drive the PWC's; if they were, they had to take the boater safety test.  They both stated, "No".  When they came back from the ride, Owner inspected the PWC's and noticed damage to both vessels.  Owner was informed that they had wrecked, one PWC jumped the other PWC. 
     I asked Owner where the guys were that rented the PWC's.  He stated that Subject was sitting on a chair by his booth and Subject2 went to get his dad, since they were financially responsible for the damage to the vessels.  I saw Subject sitting in a beach chair.  Owner pointed at the damaged PWC's; we walked towards them to see the damage.  I looked behind me and saw that Subject was gone and Owner was running towards the road.  I ran to the road with Owner, but Subject was gone.  I went back to the rental booth to get all the information on the two renters from their paperwork.  
     The two girls asked what was going on.  They stated that they were driving the PWC's at the time of the wreck.  Owner stated that they were not supposed to drive, he told them again about their not wanting to take the boaters safety test.  One of the girls stated that while they were out on the water, the guys wanted to switch and let them drive.  I asked the girls where their friends went; they stated that they did not know.  They met them the day before, stayed with them that night, but did not know their names, how long they were in town, phone numbers, where their room was or where they were from.  
     I told the girls that since they were operating the vessels at the time of the accident, I had to get their information for the accident report.  Operator1 stated that they were traveling east at about 30 MPH, she went to turn left, hit a wave and were thrown off.  Operator2 stated that she was following Operator1 about 20 yards behind her and to the left a little bit.  When Operator1 turned left and was thrown off of the PWC, Operator2 did not have time to avoid it, running it over.  
     Operator2 was issued a citation for no boater safety card, F.S. 327.395(1), and warned for violation of a Navigation Rule 5 Look Out, 327.33(3b).  Operator1 was issued a citation for no boater safety card, F.S. 327.395(1).
     I took photographs of the damage to the vessels.  The vessel FL 9330 PC, had a hole punched through the bow from running over the other PWC.  The vessel FL 2876 PF, was struck on the left side causing scrape marks on the rear hand rest, stress cracks in the fiberglass around the right side where your feet rest and a large crack in the fiberglass from the seat to the foot area.
     On Saturday, August 3, 2013, I met with Owner to get a sworn statement from him and to get a copy of the paperwork from Subject2 and Subject, (see attached).


BARDID: FL-2013-0433
Date: 2013-07-28 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:45:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: MARKHAM PARK JET SKI LAKE
NearestCityTown: SUNRISE
County: BROWARD
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Navigation rules violation
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
This 2 vessel accident occurred on sunday, 07/28/13 in markham park's jet ski lake at approximately  1445 hours in broward county.  V-1 was travelling south.  V-2 was travelling south east, slightly ahead of v-1.  V-1 struck v-2's port stern.  The occupant of v-2 was ejected and suffered minor injury to his right knee.  This subject refused medical treatment.subject suffered sprain/srain on right knee.


BARDID: FL-2013-0434
Date: 2013-07-21 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:45:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: CHOCTAWHATCHEE BAY
NearestCityTown: DESTIN
County: OKALOOSA
WaterConditions: Rough
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Fair
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Weather
AccidentCause2: Force of wave/wake
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel one was traveling Northeast through the Choctawhatchee Bay near IWC marker day green marker 59. A wave came over the bow of the vessel which caused two of the occupants, who were not wearing life jackets, to be ejected out of the vessel. The operator made a sharp turn to the west, at which time, a wave came over the starboard side of the vessel causing the vessel to roll to the starboard side, ultimately capsizing. All eight occupants ultimately went overboard and successfully put on life jackets. All occupants were rescued by citizens without injury.


BARDID: FL-2013-0435
Date: 2013-08-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:30:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: ATLANTIC OCEAN
NearestCityTown: PORT SALERNO
County: MARTIN
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Ignition of Spilled Fuel or Vapor
AccidentCause2: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Fuel
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (fuel)
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent3: Sinking
RedactedNarrative:
On August 4, 2013 at approximately 1200 hrs Operator was on his way to fish approximately 9 miles offshore St. Lucie Inlet on his vessel "Transition". As he was approaching his fishing spot he smelt a strong odor of diesel fuel and smoke that appeared to be coming from the engine compartment which was located inside the cabin in the floor. He put his vessel in neutral so he could check the engine compartment. When he opened the hatch he saw flames, smoke and diesel fuel spurting from one of the hoses leading to the fuel filter. 

Due to the amount of smoke that filled the cabin Operator had to exit. He went to the stern of the boat where he put a life jacket on. He was also trying to wave down a nearby vessel and while doing so there was a small explosion in the cabin. Once that happen Operator decided that it was no longer safe to stay on his vessel so he jumped over board. 

A few minutes later a good samaritan picked Operator up out of the water. Coast Guard was notified through the VHF radio. Sea Tow and Tow-Boat also responded. Due to the distance offshore and the circumstances the salvage of the vessel was impossible. The vessel burnt to the waterline before sinking. 

After making sure Operator was ok and in no need of medical attention I, Officer gave Operator a ride back to his dock and vehicle in Rocky Point. 

On August 9, 2013 I went to Operator's residence to get a witness statement. I also was able to get a detailed list of the property that was onboard the vessel "Transition" at the time the fire occurred.


BARDID: FL-2013-0436
Date: 2013-08-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 01:45:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: INTRACOASTAL
NearestCityTown: DANIA BEACH
County: BROWARD
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Unknown
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
AccidentEvent3: Flooding/swamping
RedactedNarrative:
On August 5, 2013 at approximately 1930, I, Officer with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission was advised by dispatch of a boating accident that occurred on Sunday, August 4,2013 at approximately 1:45 am. The operator and his girlfriend reported that they were both bruised and Occupant suffered a hand injury.
     I made contact with the complainant and advised that I will meet him at his house the following day to interview and conduct a boating accident investigation. On August 6, 2013 I went to Operator's home and interviewed his girlfriend Occupant and took photos of the damaged vessel. I obtained a sworn written statement from Occupant and took photos of her hand injury. Operator was unable to meet me at this time so we rescheduled for Friday August 9,2013.
     On Friday August 9, 2013 I returned to Operator's home and interviewed Operator and obtained a sworn written statement from him. Occupant advised she went to the doctor and received treatment for a dislocated finger. 
     Operator and Occupant advised that they were traveling north bound on the ICW heading back to the marina. Operator and Occupant said they are very familiar with these waters and are constantly fishing and cruising in this area. Approximately 50 yards south of the Dania Cut off canal they claim to have hit a rock with the propeller which sent Operator's body into the throttle and Occupant's body to the bow of the vessel. Once Operator's body was on the throttle the vessel accelerated into more rocks causing the vessel to take in water. 
     Operator used a first aid kit to tape Occupants injured fingers and operated the vessel back to the marina while taking water out of the vessel with a bucket. They arrived at the marina, put their vessel on the trailer and drove home. Operator advised that both of their cell phones did not work due to water damage and were unable to report the accident at that time.
     
     victim ADVISED SHE HURT HER FINGER WITH THE RAIL ON THE VESSEL WHEN THE BOAT STRUCK THE ROCKS. occupant WENT TO THE DOCTOR TO GET HER DISLOCATED FINGER TREATED ON THURSDAY AUGUST 8,2013.


BARDID: FL-2013-0437
Date: 2013-08-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:20:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: LOXAHATCHEE RIVER
NearestCityTown: JUPITER
County: PALM BEACH
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Equipment failure
EquipmentFailure: Auxiliary
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/swamping
RedactedNarrative:
On August 4th, 2013, at approximately 1730 hrs, I, Officer, was on land patrol when I was  dispatched to a boating accident/capsized vessel.  Information from the reporting party and Jupiter PD was that there were two occupants in the vessel and they were uninjured.  I responded and arrived on scene at approximately 1745 hrs and observed a capsized vessel with its bow protruding from the water along with a center console detached and floating next to the capsized vessel.  I was unable to obtain photographs of the capsized vessel at the scene.

I made contact with the owner/operator of the vessel identified by name and date of birth.  I also confirmed with Operator that there was only one other passenger on the vessel whom I identified by name and date of birth.  I interviewed the owner/operator Operator and he gave an account of how the accident/capsizing happened.  Operator claimed he was traveling on plane in a Southwest direction behind the residence when he suddenly and inexplicably lost control of his vessel, capsizing the vessel and ultimately sinking it.  Operator later removed the vessel from the channel with help from another vessel on the water.

The home owner advised me there was a surveillance system on her residence and  it possibly captured the event on camera.  The home owner was able to locate the event recorded on her surveillance system and I was able to observe of the accident taking place on camera and the event I observed was consistent with the events that Operator described to me.  At a later date, after inspecting the vessel after being pulled from the water, I determined that the engine bracket broke loose causing the vessel to lose control and capsize.  Photographs of damage attached.  From the surveillance video, I did observe operator violating a slow speed zone and he was issued a warning for the violation. A copy of the video was unable to be recorded from the homeowners surveillance system.


BARDID: FL-2013-0438
Date: 2013-08-03 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:15:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: SAINT JOHNS RIVER
NearestCityTown: DE BARY
County: VOLUSIA
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Navigation rules violation
AccidentEvent1: Person struck by vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On 08/03/2013, at approximately1715 hours, a single vessel accident occurred at an area known as "the rope swing" on the saint johns river in volusia county florida.  A personal watercraft (pwc) occupied only by the operator, was traveling upstream at approximately 40 miles per hour when he attempted to "spray" his friends near the shore.  The operator approached the people near the shore and turned hard to starboard, at the same time, a swimmer that had been swimming underwater surfaced.  The pwc hull struck the swimmer on the head causing injuries.  The swimmer was transported to the sanford medical center and was admitted for treatment.

swimmer sustained lacerations and contusions to the top of her head due to an impact with v-1 hull.


BARDID: FL-2013-0439
Date: 2013-08-13 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:30:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: GULF OF MEXICO
NearestCityTown: MARATHON
County: MONROE
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Tuesday
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Hazardous waters
AccidentEvent1: Person struck by propeller
RedactedNarrative:
The vessel identified as FL2904PD, a rental boat from Vacation Rentals LLC arrived at the resort at hours.  Fire/Rescue then transported victim identified by his Georgia driver license, to Fishermans Hospital in Marathon for treatment.  I along with Lt (FWC) performed a boating safety inspection and took a witness statement from the operator.  operator stated that he was idling past his brother who was swimming to the vessel to hand them a net when the port engine propeller struck his brothers right ankle.  victim suffered bruising and a cut to his right ankle.  victim was wearing swim boats which helped prevent a more serious injury by keeping compression on the injury.  

I then went to Fishermans Hospital and interviewed Subject who stated that he swam to the boat to hand equipment to the driver when the current pushed him into the propeller.  

A photograph of the injury was taken and a warning for careless operation was issued on 8/14/13.
Victim received contusions and a laceration to his right ankle and calf from a propeller


BARDID: FL-2013-0440
Date: 2013-07-27 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:53:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: CHOCTAWHATCHEE BAY
NearestCityTown: DESTIN
County: OKALOOSA
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: People on gunwale, bow, or transom
AccidentCause2: Excessive speed
AccidentCause3: Force of wave/wake
AccidentEvent1: Person Ejected from Vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by propeller
RedactedNarrative:
V1 SOUTHBOUND IN OR NEAR NORTH DESTIN CHANNEL. APPROACHED WAKE FROM A SPORTFISHER VESSEL AT 90 DEGREES.  THE OCCUPANT SITTING IN THE FORWARD PORT SECTION OF THE VESSEL STOOD UP AS V1 BREACHED WAKE.  THE RESULTING STARBOARD ROLL AS THE VESSEL CROSSED OVER THE WAKE EJECTED OCCUPANT OVER  THE STBD BOW RAIL  INTO WATER.  THE  OCCUPANT WAS STRUCK BY SKEG/PROPELLER.  THE OPERATOR IS STILL UNDER INVESTIGATION FOR BUI, AWAITING BLOOD ALCOHOL RESULTS FOR POSSIBLE CHARGES.; victim :Partial evisceration (right abdomen) Multiple lacerations to right thigh Deep laceration to right chest: right lung collapse


BARDID: FL-2013-0441
Date: 2013-08-06 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:02:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: SOUTH ATLANTIC
NearestCityTown: KEY WEST
County: MONROE
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Fair
DayofWeek: Tuesday
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel Ran Aground located at Pelican Shoal. Vessel Caused Damage to Propellers and had to be removed by a salvage company. the operator stated that he was busy looking for lobster trap bouys and ran aground.  After the investigation is appears that the auto pilot may have been engaged and the operator was not attentive to the location and speed of the vessel while underway.


BARDID: FL-2013-0442
Date: 2013-08-17 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:50:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: PORT EVERGLADES INILET
NearestCityTown: FT. LAUDERDALE
County: BROWARD
WaterConditions: Rough
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentEvent1: Fall in vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On 8-17-13 at approximately 1150 hours I observed V1 drifting in Port Everglades Turning Basin. I went over to see if the boat had lost power and the operator said the boat had just stalled out. I noticed a female passenger who appeared to be in discomfort laying on the front starboard side of the boat. I asked if she was sea sick and Operator said that her back went out. I asked Operator if they wanted me to notify EMS and he said yes. I advised dispatch to have EMS meet me at the coast guard station. I towed the vessel (FL2126MZ) over to USCG Fort Lauderdale. Operator said they were heading out of Port Everglades Inlet when they hit a wave that bounced victim in her seat and caused her back to go out. EMS arrived and transported victim to Memorial Regional Hospital in Hollywood.; Victim fractured her P12 vertebrae.


BARDID: FL-2013-0443
Date: 2013-05-12 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:45:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: ECONFINA CREEK
NearestCityTown: UNINCORPORATED
County: BAY
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Navigation rules violation
AccidentEvent1: Collision with submerged object
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel number one (V1) a Yamaha Personal Watercraft (PWC) was cruising on Econfina Creek in northern Bay county.
The location was above the County Road 388 bridge.  While on plane and maneuvering around a bend in the creek, V1 struck a semi-submerged dead fall log. Upon impact, V1 glanced off the dead fall and continued under power into the heavily wooded shoreline. Several limbs and branches were impacted, and both operator and occupant were ejected from the PWC. Subject2 sustained serious injury when the force of the collision caused him to be pushed into the steering column area of the craft. Operator1 sustained several lacerations to face, head, and jaw. Occupant3 was uninjured. ; Operator’s injuries included head, face, and upper torso contusions and lacerations. Some of the injuries required staples and stitching. ; Occupant2 was a passenger onboard PWC.  His seated position was first of three onboard in line, one behind the other.  The collision caused occupant’s face to impact the steering column, accompanied with occupant weight transfer post impact, exacerbated the force applied to injury.  occupanat was treated onscene by EMS, transported to local hospital for further treatment, and subsequently life flighted to Shands hospital in Gainesville, Florida. subject spent several days in intensive care and was released.


BARDID: FL-2013-0445
Date: 2013-07-28 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 10:45:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: ICW
NearestCityTown: PALM BEACH SHORES
County: PALM BEACH
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Fair
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Hazardous waters
AccidentEvent1: Person departed vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by propeller
RedactedNarrative:
V1 had anchor off bow that was attached and secured to the bottom of ICW.  Tidal current was swift and inbound. V1 operator threw second anchor off stern, starboard side of vessel.  V1 operator, instructed a child, to jump off back of V1 and secure anchor to bottom of ICW in approx. 2-3 feet of water. The tidal current took the child, swimmer into the starboard engine and the child's right foot and ankle area struck the prop.  V1 operator had engines in reverse gear and turned hard to starboard. The child received one laceration to the outside ankle, as well as a hairline fracture to the Fibula in this area.  The child also received two lacerations on the top of his right foot.  Child and mother were taken by FWC boat to Sailfish Marina in Palm Beach Shores where ambulance and paramedics awaited.  Child and mother were transported to St. Mary's Hospital in West Palm Beach.


BARDID: FL-2013-0446
Date: 2013-08-03 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:00:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: CRYSTAL RIVER
NearestCityTown: CRYSTAL RIVER
County: CITRUS
WaterConditions: Calm
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Congested waters
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
AccidentEvent3: Fall in vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On 08/03/13 at about 1600hrs in Crystal River, investigation revealed Vessel 1 operated by a USCG licensed boat captain with five passengers for hire onboard, was inbound doing approximately 20MPH. Vessel congestion become difficult, so Vessel 1 eased to the right of the marked river channel into the year round manatee slow zone, outside the channel. At that time Vessel 2  with four occupants, was also inbound and in front of Vessel 1 in the 25mph marked river channel. As it turned to the right to go into the"Encore Camp Ground" canal by river marker 20, Vessel 1 by not keeping a proper lookout and seeing it turn too late, tried to turn quickly to the right. Vessel 1 then struck it's port side bow into Vessel 2 starboard side. Vessel 1 had one passenger (Unable to contact)  ejected into the water from the impact, but sustained no injuries, and was quickly rescued by Vessel 1. Vessel 1 sustained only a minor dent to it's port side bow, a few inches long. Vessel 2 operator sustained large bruising to his right buttocks, and sought no medical attention. Vessel 2 sustained damage to it's soft boat top, and it's starboard side was crushed in substantially. Both vessel's called 911, but victim vessel 2, after calling 911 left the scene under it's own power and left no contact information. It was not until 08/10/13 operator of Vessel 2 contacted the FWC and met with me. He advised he had not been feeling well. This Officer was not able to verify if Vessel 2 operator had been under the influence of alcohol during the accident. Vessel 1 operator was cited for "Failure to Keep a Proper Lookout". Vessel 2 operator was issued a written warning for leaving the scene of a reportable boating accident. Operator2 had large bruising to right buttock. Picure of injury in picture section of this accident report. (Stated he has type 4 lung cancer)


BARDID: FL-2013-0448
Date: 2013-08-03 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:20:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: BLACKWATER RIVER
NearestCityTown: MILTON
County: SANTA ROSA
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
AccidentEvent3: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On 08-03-2013, at approximately 1120 hours vessel one(V-1) was traveling upstream just off the Whiting Park Navy Boat Docks-Ski Beach.  V-1 was traveling at approximately 35 mph. Vessel two(V-2) was traveling downstream and was operating at approximately 25 mph.  The two vessels approached one another in a head-on course that would result in a head-on collision.  Both operators corrected their vessels to starboard to avoid collision, but after taking this action, both operators returned their vessels to upstream and downstream positions.  V-1 and V-2 struck each other head on. V-1's bow point struck V-2 just right of the bow point and both vessels then settled in the water. V-2's occupant/operator tumbled forward and was injured and ejected. The motor ripped from the stern and took the console and cables with it into the river. V-1's occupants were thrown forward and received scrapes and a possible broken hand(owner) The bow occupant jumped overboard when imminent collision presented itself.  The two swimmers were picked up by V-1 and V-2 was secured and towed to shore and injured parties were attended to by EMS and Fire Rescue when they arrived. V-2's owner/operator was transported to Santa Rosa Medical Center(SRMC) for deep lacerations to both legs and a contusion to his right side of the forehead.  He was released from SRMC shortly thereafter.
Both vessels appear to be totaled and neither party has vessel or personal insurance.; V1 occupant had a Possible broken left hand and minor abrasions on both hands and arms; V1 occupant2:Injured right arm-abrasions-minor; Operator2:lacerations both lower legs, bump on head


BARDID: FL-2013-0449
Date: 2013-08-09 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:47:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: CLEARWATER HARBOR
NearestCityTown: CLEARWATER
County: PINELLAS
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Force of wave/wake
AccidentEvent1: Fall in vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On August 8, 2013 at approximately 1347 hours, I, Officer of the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation  Commission was dispatched to a boating accident in Clearwater Harbor involving a single personal watercraft (PWC) with two female occupants that were ejected into the water after hitting a wake.  Both occupants were retrieved from the water by a good Samaritan from the Clearwater Aquarium.

Operator was operating the PWC (FL 8768 PF) rented from Clearwater Jet Ski Tours.  

I spoke with the Jet Ski tour guide, who stated they were returning to the marina after the tour near marker 11 at the beginning of the slow speed, coming off plane.  He turned around behind him to see the two women in the water.  A boat with the Clearwater Aquarium was nearby and assisted getting the women into their boat from the water and proceeded to take them to the Clearwater Aquarium due to Victim complaining of a leg injury.  Subject called the Coast Guard via cell phone to report the accident.

Clearwater Fire Rescue 46 shift C responded to the Clearwater Aquarium where Victim was evaluated and transported by Sunstar to Morton Plant Hospital.  

At Morton Plant Hospital Victim was diagnosed with a left broken ankle.

victim stated they were returning to the marina when they hit a wake from another vessel launching them in the air approximately 2-3 ft.  A second wake then caused them to fall off the port side of the PWC into the water.


BARDID: FL-2013-0450
Date: 2013-08-11 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:30:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: CARD SOUND / BARNES SOUND
NearestCityTown: KEY LARGO
County: MONROE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Improper lookout
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On the above date, time and Location I was dispatched to boating accident involving a single PWC against a mangrove tree with two occupants on board.  MCSO deputy officer from Ocean Reef arrived on scene first and was in direct contact with the operator and his occupant.  Deputy took all of the basic information and allowed the parties to leave.  Upon my arrival I met with Deputy which filled me in on the details of the accident.  

The operator of the PWC stated several days after the accident that he was driving the PWC too close to the mangrove and ran directly into the trees, while cruising approximately 25mph. He let off the throttle and was unable to steer away from the tree, making impact and knocking him and his occupant off the PWC.  He and his occupant were able to board the PWC and make it back to shore, where they called for Medical help.  EMS arrived on scene and transported operator to Homestead Hospital.  

Operator needed two staples in head and had scratches on hands. The occupant was not injured.


BARDID: FL-2013-0451
Date: 2013-07-28 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:30:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: RESIDENTIAL LAKE
NearestCityTown: MIAMI
County: MIAMI-DADE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Navigation rules violation
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
V1 was traveling eastbound towards the east side of the lake when it collided with a floating dock and went airborne into a concrete wall, ejecting the operator.

On 7/28/2013 at approximately 3:30pm, (operator) was operating a personal watercraft(pwc) on the lake behind the property. Operator was traveling eastbound on the lake when she impacted a floating dock on the south western point of the dock behind the above property. The impact caused the pwc to go airborne and impact a concrete wall head on, ejecting the operator. The operator impacted the concrete wall behind the pwc causing several lacerations, contusions and a fractured vertebrae. The pwc recieved damage to the hull on the front starboard and rear starboard side. Upon investigation, an eye witness was interviewed and advised that the operator was not wearing a personal flotation device at the time of the accident.; operator,:1)fractured vertebrae  2) laceration to right ear 3) laceration to right leg 4) contusion to head


BARDID: FL-2013-0452
Date: 2013-07-15 00:00:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: New River
NearestCityTown: Fort Lauderdale
County: BROWARD
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Monday
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 was inbound in the New River. Vessel #2 was moored to the city docks on the south side of the New River. Vessel #1 came too close to Vessel #2 and collided. An unknown witness observed this. The owner of vessel #2 noticed the damage on 8-10-13 and contacted the City's Dockmaster who had been given the information of the accident by the unknown witness. The operator of Vessel #1 called and provided his information.


BARDID: FL-2013-0453
Date: 2013-07-06 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:00:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: ICW
NearestCityTown: POMPANO BEACH
County: BROWARD
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Other
OtherAccidentCause: passenger/skier behavior
AccidentEvent1: Other
OtherAccidentEvent: limb impacts activity equipmen
RedactedNarrative:
WHILE VESSEL #1 WAS NORTH BOUND ON THE ICW IN THE 1500 BLK OF THE SOUTH ICW IN POMPANO BEACH, victim CUT HER HAND ON A GLASS IN THE GALLEY. VESSEL #1 OPERATOR DROPPED HER OFF AT THE SANDS MARINA FUEL DOCK AND THE DOCK PERSONNEL CALLED POMPANO BEACH FIRE RESCUE. VESSEL #1 OPERATOR THAN MOVED HIS BOAT TO THE SANDS RESTAURANT. victim WAS TRANSPORTED TO IMPERIAL POINT HOSPITAL FOR TREATMENT. Subject had cut her hand on a drinking glass that she had broke while cleaning up in the galley of the vessel.


BARDID: FL-2013-0454
Date: 2013-06-30 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 10:20:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: ST. JOSEPH SOUND/ICW
NearestCityTown: DUNEDIN
County: PINELLAS
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
This was a single vessel accident. Vessel #1 was traveling in a south bound direction within st. Josephs sound in the intracoastal waterway just outside an area known as pirates cove in the city of dunedin. Operator of the personal watercraft was inattentive and struck what evidence indicates a piling in the waterway at approximately 10 to 20 mph. The vessel's portside bow was the primary contact point on the watercraft. Once the object was struck the operator was thrown off the vessel striking his head and face area against the object hit. This temporarily knocked him unconscious for a short period of time. Operator was assisted out of the water and back on the damager watercraft where they immediately returned to dunedin water sports. Evidence based on location of injury, abrasions on facial area and the damage on the watercraft as well as the transfer of the wood material left on the vessel indicates the striking of a piling. Attempt was made to find the piling that was struck but was unsuccessful. The area that the collision occurred was given by both Operator and the other person in his party which could be inaccurate. This accident was not witnessed by anyone. Operator had a fracture to the left side of his jaw and numerous facial abrasions and abrasions to his left arm area, non-life threatening. Operator was transported to st. Joseph's hospital and released from the hospital that evening. Operator provided only limited information.


BARDID: FL-2013-0455
Date: 2013-07-29 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 10:15:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: Gordon River
NearestCityTown: Naples
County: COLLIER
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Monday
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Steering
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
RedactedNarrative:
V1 was pulling out of slip and had difficulty turning the vessel due to a problem with the vessel's steering. As V1 pulled away the starboard stern quarter of the vessel made contact with V2 anchor and bow area and V3 propeller and lower unit. V1 had no injuries and V2 and V3 were docked and unoccupied.


BARDID: FL-2013-0456
Date: 2013-08-08 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:00:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: Tampa Bay
NearestCityTown: St. Petersburg
County: PINELLAS
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Thursday
AccidentCause1: Ignition of Spilled Fuel or Vapor
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (fuel)
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Synopsis: Vessel #1 had briefly stopped with the engine turned off. Upon an attempt to restart the engine the vessel exploded and began to burn. The operator was ejected upwards and fell to the water. 
 
The PWC continued to burn until being extinguished with a mp by a nearby dock crew.  Extensive fire damage prevented a determination of a possible fuel leak source or cause  the fuel tank was nearly empty however did not explode or burn.  the fire primarily was located at the engine and stern portion of the PWC.  The operator was taken to the hospital complaining of back pain.


BARDID: FL-2013-0457
Date: 2013-08-14 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:00:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: PINES CANAL OFFSHOOT
NearestCityTown: KEY BISCAYNE
County: MIAMI-DADE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Fair
DayofWeek: Wednesday
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Weather
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
RedactedNarrative:
Dock owner reported damage to a dock at her residence.  Ther wa one piling that was leaning over and another knocked over.  Ther were also two pvc guide posts that were broken off.  Witness stated he observed a blue vessel of appro. 70ft, named "siete", across the canal at approx. That block of knollwood.  He stated that the vessel was attempting to turn around and the space appeared to be insufficient for the size of the vessel.  He stated that the vessel operator overpowered in reverse and struck the dock of the residence, knocking down the pilings.  He also stated that the operator had several people onboard and that the operator did not appear to be a proficient operator.  He then pointed out the striking vessel located across the canal. The vessel owner/operator stated he is responsible for the damageto the dock.  He showed the damage to the stern of his vessel and stated he was trying to dock my yacht and temporarily lost control of it in the wind and rain.


BARDID: FL-2013-0458
Date: 2013-08-10 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:50:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: ICW
NearestCityTown: LANTANA
County: PALM BEACH
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Force of wave/wake
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
RedactedNarrative:
V2 WAS UNOCCUPIED AND PROPERLY TIED TO THE FUEL DOCK IN THE LOGGERHEAD MARINA AT 870 N. FEDERAL HWY.  V1 WAS TRAVELING NORTHBOUND IN THE ICW.  V1 WAS BELIEVED TO BE IN VIOLATION OF THE POSTED "SLOW SPEED ZONE" AND CREATED OR WAS THROWING A VERY LARGE WAKE.  THE LARGE WAKE STRUCK THE STARBOARD SIDE OF V2 PUSHING IT INTO THE DOCK.  V2 SUSTAINED DAMAGE TO IT'S PORT SIDE. DAMAGE WAS ESTIMATED AT $2500.00.  V1 WAS BELIEVED TO HAVE BEEN A LARGE WHITE MOTOR YACHT BETWEEN 50 AND 80 FEET IN LENGTH.  ALL INFORMATION OTHER THAN THE NAME "HARBOR LIGHTS" IS UNKNOWN.


BARDID: FL-2013-0459
Date: 2013-08-03 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 23:00:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: BAY
NearestCityTown: MIAMI BEACH
County: MIAMI-DADE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Ignition of Spilled Fuel or Vapor
MachineryFailure: Engine
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (fuel)
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/swamping
RedactedNarrative:
On August 3, 14 2013 at approximately 2303hrs, I was contacted by dispatch to a call reference a boat on fire, located at Watson Island Boat Ramp, within Miami-Dade County.  Upon arrival, I observed a vessel, later identified as a 1989 Wellcraft white and blue in color, bearing FL 7778 GX, partially submerged due the extensive structural damage caused by the fire. Miami Fire Rescue was at the scene and provided with Fire Marshall case number (55109 Engine 5 arrow 1) see attachment. 

  Afterwards, I made contact with the owner/operator. The owner/operator stated that he launched the vessel at the boat ramp; he turned the vessel engines compartment blowers ON for five minutes and started the engine. After approximately 10 minutes, he observed fire and smoke coming from the engine compartment. Operator stated that he tried to extinguish the fire, but he was not able to do it, so he abandoned the ship and called 911 (refer to witness statement). He believed that the engine exhaust somehow ignited fuel vapors in the engine compartment. 

 There were no injuries sustained or reported. The owner assumed responsibility


BARDID: FL-2013-0460
Date: 2013-08-11 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:20:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: N ICW
NearestCityTown: HOBE SOUND
County: MARTIN
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On 8/11/13, I Officer of the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC), was on water patrol in Martin County. At approximately 1820 hours, I was dispatched to a boating accident in the north ICW, just north of marker 44. Upon arrival at approximately 1920, I spoke with the vessel operators of both parties involved. Operator1, was the vessel operator of Florida vessel 1, FL3963MM, a 2004 20 foot Godfrey. Operator2, was the vessel operator of Florida vessel 2, FL0150HH, a 1989 17 foot Bass Tracker. I asked Operator1 what occurred to cause the boating accident. Operator1 advised me that he was idling vessel 1 in the N ICW, almost stationary, when he looked back and saw vessel 2 about to collide with his vessel. I then asked Operator2 what occurred to cause the boating accident. Operator2 advised me that he was towing a skier. He looked back to check on his skier. When he looked forward again, he was about to collide with Vessel 1. 

The bow of Vessel 2 initially made contact with the starboard side of Vessel 1's engine. Vessel 2 was then pushed up onto the starboard corner of Vessel 1, colliding with the speed pole of Vessel 1. The starboard side of Vessel 2 then made contact with the starboard side of Vessel 1. The bow of Vessel 2 met the windshield of Vessel 1. Vessel 2 stopped on top of the windshield bar of Vessel 1. There were no injuries involved. Vessel 1 had an estimated damage of $3,500. The following damage is included in this estimate: engine covering, fiberglass damage to the starboard side of the vessel, speed pole, bimini, windshield, and windshield rail. Operator1 advised that he has insurance to cover the damage. Vessel 2 had minor scratches all along the bottom of the vessel. Operator2 advised that he did not intend to fix any damages to his vessel. Operator2 was issued one infraction for violation of a navigation rule resulting in an accident, specifically failure to maintain a proper lookout. Operator2 was also issued a warning for towing a skier without an observer and a warning for no boater identification card.


BARDID: FL-2013-0461
Date: 2013-08-26 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:15:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: LAKE TARPON
NearestCityTown: PALM HARBOR
County: PINELLAS
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Monday
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Force of wave/wake
AccidentEvent1: Skier mishap
RedactedNarrative:
V1 was traveling East on Lake Tarpon and pulling an occupied tube.  The occupied tube struck a wave.  Occupant in tube was ejected from tube.  Occupant in tube received a fractured femur to the right leg.

Conclusion
Based on all evidence collected to date, interviews and observations the following is the most likely cause of the incident.

Victim was being pulled on a tube behind V-1 at an undetermined speed.  The tube struck another vessels wake and became airborne.  When the tube fell back into the water Victim's right leg impacted the tube.  Victim fell off of the tube and during the fall twisted her right leg.  As a result of either, the impact with the tube, or the twisting motion caused during the fall off of the tube Victim suffered a fractured right femur.

OPerator was cited for not having a type IV throwable.


BARDID: FL-2013-0462
Date: 2013-08-10 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:19:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: INDIAN RIVER
County: BREVARD
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Hull failure
EquipmentFailure: Auxiliary
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Grounding
RedactedNarrative:
On August 10 2013 at approximately 1819 hours I Officer of the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) was on water patrol when FWC dispatch contacted me to be en route to Bird Island on Merritt island due to a boating accident that a vessel was taking on water and sinking.

I arrived on scene at 1856 hours and Brevard County Sheriffs Office marine unit were already on scene. I noticed a large vessel tilting on a sandbar and the transom of the vessel approximately half way under the water and multiple people bailing water out of the back of it using a five gallon bucket. 

The vessel displayed Florida Registration numbers that read: FL 5851 DN and was identified as a 1984 34 foot Silverton.

I spoke to the captain who is the owner/operator of the vessel who was identified by his Florida drivers license.

I then identified all of the other occupants on board the vessel by their Identification cards and drivers licenses.

I then brought the subjects back to the residence where the vessel is kept. There I conducted sworn written statements on all occupants and the captain.

In the sworn written statements I learned the following about the accident:

- They stopped the vessel at Bird Island to go swimming and be on the beach
- They noticed the bilge pump never turned off.
- When Captain looked into the bilge, he noticed a lot of water to be in it.
- They could not reach the area of the leak.  it appeared to be an exhaust duct failure.
- They called United States Coast Guard and two tow boat companies. 
- The vessel sank in 4-5 feet of water and rested on the sand bar on the island.

There were no injuries to any occupants aboard the vessel and the vessel sustained approximately 44,000 dollars of damage.


BARDID: FL-2013-0463
Date: 2013-08-02 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:20:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: CALOOSAHATCHEE RIVER
NearestCityTown: MOORE HAVEN
County: GLADES
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Fair
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (unknown origin)
RedactedNarrative:
On 8/12/13 at approximately 1920 hours  I, Officer with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC), was dispatched to a vessel on fire at the Port La Belle Inlet on the Caloosahatchee River.

        Upon my arrival the  fire department had the fire extinguished from the vessel. The vessel was burnt to the water line in the stern area. It appeared that it started in the stern and apparently worked forward. I spoke with witnesses which told me that they were on their vessel when the heard a "bang" and then came out to see the vessel , David's Wing, engulfed in flames. They did not notice anyone else to be in the area. The dock master informed me that he had not seen the vessel owner in 2 days and upon his arrival he had moved any vessels that were near the burning vessel. Both the witness and the dock master agreed to give written statements. I was unable to contact the owner the night of the fire.

        The following morning I met with the owner of the vessel. Owner informed me that he was in La Belle, with his daughters, on the night of the vessel fire. Owner stated that he had owned the vessel 18 years. According to Owner he had to borrow money from a friend and they then agreed to transfer the vessel in to friend’s name for collateral. The debt had been paid back and Owner informed me that he was in the progress of having it put back into his name. There was no insurance nor money owed on the vessel according to Owner. 

        After speaking with Owner I then contacted the fire marshal, Lt. Lt. informed me that he could not fully inspect the vessel and there for the cause is undetermined. His report will be turned in upon receiving it.   

        The vessel, USCG document number 661375 David's Wing, was burnt beyond repair and there were also approximately 6 dock piling damaged from the vessel fire. There were no bodily injuries.


BARDID: FL-2013-0464
Date: 2013-08-14 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:24:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: GOVERNMENT CUT
NearestCityTown: MIAMI BEACH
County: MIAMI-DADE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Wednesday
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Force of wave/wake
AccidentEvent1: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On 08/14/13 at approximately 1624 hours, V1 bearing FL 8883 PM, was traveling eastbound in the cruise ship channel just North of Fisher Island.  V1, an 11 feet multicolored Kawasaki PWC, had 2 persons on board.  While on full plane, V1 bounced three times after hitting a vessel wake and on the third time ejected the operator and occupant into the water.  Operator injured his trachea upon making contact with the PWC handle bars then was ejected into the water.  The occupant did not sustain any injuries as a result of the accident.  The estimated damages to the PWC were approximately 2500 dollars.  He was transported to the Jackson Trauma Center in Miami Dade County to undergo surgical procedures to fix his neck injury.  Doctors informed me that he would recover from the surgery and be in good condition.


BARDID: FL-2013-0465
Date: 2013-08-19 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:45:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: JUPITER YACHT CLUB MARINA
NearestCityTown: JUPITER
County: PALM BEACH
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Monday
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On August 19, 2013 at approximately 1750hrs, I, Officer was on land patrol when I was dispatched to a boating accident at Jupiter Yacht Club involving two vessels with no injured parties.  I responded and arrived at 1800 hrs.  When I arrived on scene, I immediately noticed a small vessel approximately 23' in length, bearing FL registration numbers FL 7640 NN, docked at the public docks behind a local bar/restaurant called the Dive Bar.  The vessel was a rental boat from Freedom Boat Club and was insured through the rental company  The vessel's drivers/starboard side windshield had been shattered completely along with the starboard side rear passenger seat upholstery ripped open and bent, and a support beam of the bimini top was also damaged and bent on the starboard side.  As I walked around to get a better look at the starboard side, I then noticed a long gouge in the fiberglass of the capon the boat on the starboard side about 6' above the rub rail next to the cockpit of the vessel. photographic evidence of damage attached to this report.

I made contact with a subject sitting behind the wheel of the vessel and identified.  I asked Operator1 how the damage to the vessel occurred and he could not give me a reasonable explanation as to how the accident happened. Operator1 claimed he was operating the vessel at the time of the accident and that he was a novice boater and miss judged the distance he needed to clear the boat he hit.  I asked Operator1 which boat he hit and he pointed out a large cabin cruiser moored on the north docks of the marina. Operator1 said he struck the anchor of the cabin cruiser which was hanging from the bow of the cabin cruiser.

The owner of the cabin cruiser with name Allure, hailing port Jupiter FL, and documentation # 112820 was not present at the time of the accident.  The dock master at Jupiter Yacht Club Contacted owner and advised him of the accident.  The cabin cruiser sustained minor fiberglass damage on its deck from its anchor during the impact along with the anchor sustaining damage as well.  Photographic evidence is attached to this report.

On August 23, 2013, I was able to view the surveillance video of the accident and it appeared that the operator had ample time to avoid the collision however did not take action to avoid it, did not have proper  lookout, and was not paying attention. I believe the cause of the accident was violation of Coast Guard Navigation Rule 5; No proper look out, and Nav Rule 8; Action to avoid Collision. Operator was cited for violation of Nav Rules 5 and 8.


BARDID: FL-2013-0466
Date: 2013-08-11 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:44:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: ATLANTIC OCEAN
NearestCityTown: CUTLER RIDGE
County: MIAMI-DADE
WaterConditions: Rough
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentEvent1: Person struck by propeller
RedactedNarrative:
On August 11, 2013 at approximately 2:44 pm, FWC Dispatch Miami received a call of a boating accident in the area of ocean side of Boca Chita. The Florida registered vessel bearing ( FL 9720 EY) was on the South side of the Island snorkeling. At that time everyone was in the water snorkeling and they heard Victim scream that he was hit by a boat. The swimmers from (FL 9720 EY) helped Victim by taking him to the boat and transported him to the area of Sands Cut sand bar. They called on VHF Channel 16 to report the accident. Miami Dade Marine Patrol, Biscayne National Park Service, and Coast Guard Air rescue responded to the scene. Coast Guard Air rescue transported Victim to Jackson Memorial hospital for treatment.

I was notified at approximately 3:00 pm of the accident and responded to Black Point boat ramp where I met with the witnesses of the accident. The witnesses from the accident stated that they were all in the water snorkeling and only heard Victim scream that he was hit. They all said they only saw a white vessel about 16-18 feet in the area. The alleged vessel left the scene continuing out into the ocean. We were unable to locate the vessel due to lack of vessel description we were provided with.  

Dr. treated Victim at Ryder Trauma. According to him, the cuts that the victim sustained were not life-threatening but Victim will receive stitches. Victim received a six inch long cut to his right thigh, a three inch long cut to his right ankle and a two inch long cut to his left thigh (see photos). The x-rays revealed that Victim suffered no broken bones during the accident. He was unable to see the vessel that impacted him. But, he claims that he was located a short distance away from his boat.


BARDID: FL-2013-0467
Date: 2013-08-11 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 03:00:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: GANDY CHANNEL
NearestCityTown: TAMPA
County: HILLSBOROUGH
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/swamping
RedactedNarrative:
V1 was being off loaded at Gandy Boat Ramp.  After being taken off the trailer V1 was listing to the starboard (right) side.  V1 then rolled to the starboard side, capsized and sank at the boat ramp.  Investigation later revealed that plug was installed and that there was a good possibility that there was a large amount of rain water in the bildge which caused it to list and eventually capsize.


BARDID: FL-2013-0468
Date: 2013-06-16 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:00:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: BEAR CUT
NearestCityTown: KEY BISCAYNE
County: MIAMI-DADE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
While on water patrol on 16 June 2013 at approximately 1811 hrs FWC dispatch advised of a personal watercraft (PWC) VS. vessel accident in the vicinity of Bear Cut, ocean side. Ofc and I  immediately responded to the scene, which by that time was relocated to nearby Crandon Park marina, arriving at approximately 1836 hrs. 
After conducting the investigation and gathering witness statements from the parties involved, it was determined that the operator of the PWC, Operator1 was operating the vessel erratically for approximately 10 minutes before the accident took place. He was driving the vessel at a high rate of speed with a female passenger on board. 

The operator of the 23' vessel, which was on an eastbound course, observed the PWC closing its distance in relation to his vessel and decided to take evasive action by reducing its speed to avoid a collision. Operator1 did not see the 23' vessel and collided with its starboard side, causing him and his female passenger to be ejected from the PWC. He was able to return to the PWC but V1 occupant was unresponsive floating upside down in the water for approximately one minute. 

The operator of the 23' vessel, Operator2, asked Operator1 if he was going to jump back in the water to help her and he said that he was not. Subsequently, Operator2 jumped in the water and with the help of his friend and passenger, V2 occupant, was able to bring the female on board his 23' vessel and headed back to the marina where he called 911. Fire rescue immediately transported the injured parties, V1 occupant and Operator1 to Jackson Memorial Hospital. Operator1 and V1 occupant were admitted at 1858 hrs. Operator1 was released at 0311 hrs on 17 June 2013 after his complaint of flank pain was found to be non-life threatening. V1 occupant, however, spent several days in the hospital due to a serious concussion, cuts, a fracture left clavicle, a fracture pelvis, and was unconscious when she arrived to the hospital. She later regained consciousness but is still unable to remember how the accident occurred. V1 occupant has been released from the hospital and is going through an extensive rehabilitation process while her multiple bone fractures heal.

Operator1 consented to a blood withdrawal which did not reveal the presence of alcohol in his blood at the time of the accident.  

During the course of is investigation it was discovered that Operator1 has two current injunctions for protection against him which were petitioned by his passenger, V1 occupant and her father. These injunctions were granted by Judge from the Miami-Dade County Domestic Violence Division, case: 13-013440-FC-04. 
On 22 August 2013 at approximately 1340 hrs, LT. and I arrested Operator1 and transported him to T.G.K. for violating Navigational Rule No. 5 Failure to Maintain a Proper Lookout Resulting in Serious Bodily Injury/Accident (F.S. 327.33 (3) (a)) and Violation of a Protection Order (F.S. 784.047).


BARDID: FL-2013-0470
Date: 2013-08-20 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:00:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: ICW
NearestCityTown: NORTH PALM BEACH
County: PALM BEACH
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Tuesday
AccidentCause1: Other
OtherAccidentCause: passenger/skier behavior
AccidentEvent1: Skier mishap
RedactedNarrative:
On August 20, 2013 at approximately 1200 hours, I, Officer with the FWC was on water patrol on Lake Worth.  At approximately 1220 hours, I received a distress call on VHF channel 16 from the vessel "Hakuna Matata." (V2).  I arrived on scene at approximately 1223 hours.  I saw that a juvenile, white male had a laceration on his right eyebrow from a fall off an inflatable tube that had been pulled by a PWC (V1).  I transported the juvenile white male to Phil Foster Park and turned him over to the care of Fire Rescue.  The juvenile white male was transported to St. Mary's hospital with his mother, and his father arrived at the hospital shortly after.  Juvenile received 7 stitches for the laceration on his right eyebrow.  FWC Investigator responded to the hospital and gathered the information on his treatment.  I interviewed the operator of V1 and the operator of another vessel that was used as a platform but not involved in the accident.  No violations were uncovered at the conclusion of the investigation, and no citations were issued.

Operator said that he was pulling the inflatable tube with 8 riders on board.  They were traveling at approximately 10-15 mph when he took a turn and 3 riders fell off.  subject was one of the 3 riders that fell off.  when subject fell, he hit his head on another passenger causing the laceration. Injured JUVENILE had a laceration approx. 1.25 inch in length and 7 stitches to his right eyebrow.  Injured was taken to St. Mary's Medical Hospital , treated and released.


BARDID: FL-2013-0471
Date: 2013-08-01 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:00:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: ATLANTIC OCEAN
NearestCityTown: BAL HARBOR
County: MIAMI-DADE
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Thursday
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause2: Hazardous waters
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On August 1, 2013 at approximately 3:00 pm, I was notified of a boating accident that occurred earlier in the day at approximately 1:00 pm. I responded to Haulover Marina boat ramp and met with Fast Response Towing and Lt. to retrieve the details of the accident. I was informed the vessel was rented from a Ft Lauderdale rental company and operated to Haulover offshore. The vessel operator tried to anchor off of the beach near lifeguard station 16. The waves, combined with the direction of anchorage, caused the vessel to take on water. The operator backed down on the vessel as he approached the shore causing the vessel to swamp and capsize. The operator then swam to shore. 

On August 1, 2013, I was dispatched to a boating accident off of the shoreline of Haulover Beach by life guard station 16. Once on scene, Fast Response Towing had already retrieved the vessel. The vessel was towed to Haulover Marina boat ramp. The occupants of the vessel informed Fast Response that they had rented the vessel for the day. The vessel sank due to high seas offshore and the operator's inexperience. The operator had backed the vessel into 5-6ft waves causing water to flood over the stern. The operator and occupant left the vessel and swam to shore. The life guard notified Fast Response. The vessel capsized after taking on water and was washed ashore. The waves continued to beat the vessel, eventually separating the top from the hull. No one was injured during the vessel accident. I requested a copy of the rental agreement from the owner but he has not yet complied with my request. He has made an effort to transmit documents to me but due to computer incompatibility issues and his schedule, I was unable to include the documents. According to (owner), the rental agreement states that the vessel was not to be taken offshore. The sea tow operator recovered the vessel from the offshore location


BARDID: FL-2013-0472
Date: 2013-08-09 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:15:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: ATLANTIC OCEAN
NearestCityTown: KEY LARGO
County: MONROE
WaterConditions: Rough
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: People on gunwale, bow, or transom
AccidentCause2: Improper loading
AccidentCause3: Hazardous waters
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
RedactedNarrative:
At 1415 on 8/9/13 while in water patrol I was dispatched to a boating accident at the Benwood wreck ocean side mm103 Key Largo.  USCG and Tow Boat US were on scene.  I attempted to show up on scene, but due to very rough seas I was unable to get there safely.  The 7 occupants were already rescued by a good Samaritan and on their way to Garden Cove Marina.  After I received the information that the occupants were safe I turned back toward shore.  I arrived to Garden Cove to interview all of the occupants on the vessel.  I then waited for Tow Boat to return with the salvaged vessel to photograph the vessel.  I closed out the case as report taken.

28 foot cabin boat was on a mooring ball at the Benwood Wreck.  The subjects were SCUBA diving.  Upon finishing the dive and entering the stern of the vessel, the vessel became over weighted aft, and began taking on water.  The subjects then moved forward to distribute the weight more evenly, to no avail.  subjects hen grabbed PFD's and exited he vessel as it sunk.  All of he subjects were picked by a Good Samaritan vessel, with no injuries, and brought back to shore.  Towboat salvaged the capsized vessel.


BARDID: FL-2013-0473
Date: 2013-08-17 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:50:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: ATLANTIC OCEAN
NearestCityTown: NORTH MIAMI BEACH
County: MIAMI-DADE
WaterConditions: Rough
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentEvent1: Person struck by vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On Saturday, August 17th, 2013, I was on water patrol in the area of Bayside Miami.  At approximately 11:56am, I overheard on VHF Channel 16 an individual reporting an accident off Haulover Inlet offshore.  The initial report was an injured diver struck by a sailboat.  I advised my dispatch of the situation and responded in my patrol vessel.

I arrived to the scene at 12:17pm.  The reporting vessel was a 43 foot S2 Yacht bearing "DO1051159".  The striking vessel was a 40 foot sailboat bearing "FL 2277 JU".  I took statements and interviewed all individuals.

Based on the interviews and statements, V2 was anchored approximately 2.5 miles southeast of Haulover Inlet with divers in the water.  There was a dive flag on V2's vessel in clear view. There were two divers.  The divers were using a Browning (hookah diving system) approximately 40-70 yards east of the anchored vessel.  The Browning itself also had a visible dive flag within state regulations.  

At approximately 11:50am, the individuals on board the anchored vessel, V2 and and subject, both observed a white sailboat heading south in the direction of the divers.  V2 and Subject attempted to get the sailboat operator's attention by using the horn, whistling, and waving their arms.  OPerator1 stated he noticed the dive flag on the anchored vessel and altered his course to port to get more distance away from the anchored vessel.  OPerator1 then noticed V2 and Subject waving their arms.  OPerator1 then "all of a sudden" noticed a Brownie off his port bow.  OPerator1 altered his course hard to starboard.  

Subject2 claims he was approximately 10 feet away from the Brownie.  He noticed the sailboat coming directly at him and Victim.  Subject2 was screaming and waving his arms to get the attention of OPerator1.  The sailboat struck Victim and Subject2.  The sailboat also pulled both Victim and Subject2 underwater.  The impact to Subject2 did not result in any injuries.  The impact to Victim resulted in a laceration to the chin and scratches and contusions to the left arm.  Subject2 and Victim lost a mask, fins, a dive belt, and a spear gun during the impact; a total of $1,200 in lost equipment.

OPerator1 claimed be unaware of striking anyone or anything and continued his heading south.  After V2 pulled anchor and retrieved his divers from the water, he continued on a course behind the sailboat in attempts to stop it.  At this point Coast Guard was notified of the situation and local police departments and I responded.  

Coast Guard also arrived on scene of accident and charged OPerator1 with negligent operation of his sailboat.  After interviewing all parties involved and conducting an Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission investigation, I issued OPerator1 a citation for a navigation rule violation (Nav Rule #5) and a citation for a dive flag violation.


BARDID: FL-2013-0474
Date: 2013-08-21 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 00:00:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: GULF OF MEXICO
NearestCityTown: CRYSTAL RIVER
County: CITRUS
WaterConditions: Rough
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Poor
DayofWeek: Wednesday
AccidentCause1: Weather
AccidentCause2: Hazardous waters
AccidentCause3: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Engine
AccidentEvent1: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Operator of vessel 1, was fishing approximately 3 miles west of the spoil banks off of Crystal River,in the Florida Power Intake Canal.  A  storm  approached and the operator decided to head for shore.  The engine stopped running and he was caught by the approaching storm.  Operator advised that as the seas grew larger he grabbed a life jacket and attempted to put it on, but was thrown from the vessel when a large wave struck the vessel, broad side. The operator spent approximately 22 hours in the water before being picked up by a passing boater.  I spoke with the operator while he was being treated at  Seven River Medical Center.  He was somewhat disoriented and unable to fill out a statement. He was treated for dehydration.


BARDID: FL-2013-0475
Date: 2013-06-05 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:30:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: ICW
NearestCityTown: FT. WALTON BEACH
County: OKALOOSA
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Wednesday
AccidentCause1: People on gunwale, bow, or transom
AccidentCause2: Alcohol
AccidentCause3: Navigation rules violation
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by propeller
RedactedNarrative:
Single vessel accident involving a fall overboard resulting in a prop strike.
V-1 is a rental 2011 Bentley pontoon powered by a 50 HP Mercury Outboard.

Victim was Occupant 1 and fell off the bow after reaching for  an item in the water. The vessel continued over the victim striking her in the arm and leg.  Victim was recovered and taken to the dock where Okaloosa County EMS responded and victim was eventually transported to the hospital in Pensacola.

Operator was victims brother. Statements were gathered from operator and the closest occupant to the victim at the scene . Victim was interviewed the next day in the hospital and statements given to the rental company were also gathered.

All statements were consistent as to the cause of the injuries.  Copies are attached.

Contributing factors:
Vessel was moving at full throttle.
Victim leaned over bow.
Victim had been drinking.
	
Based on evidence and information gathered to date the accident occurred when the victim went in front of the front hatch with the vessel in motion and fell into the water. Operator tried to avoid victim but the pontoons kept her inline with the motor.  Victim stated she tried to dive down but still got hit by motor.
	
VIOLATIONS 
A warning was issued for Careless Operation

Careless Operation
F.S. 327.33(2) Any person operating a vessel upon the waters of this state shall operate the vessel in a reasonable and prudent manner, having regard for other waterborne traffic, posted speed and wake restrictions, and all other attendant circumstances so as not to endanger the life, limb, or property of any person. The failure to operate a vessel in a manner described in this subsection constitutes careless operation.

; victim had Lacerations and contusions to left arm near elbow. Deep lacerations of left heel and ankle. Contusions and broken bones in left foot/ankle.


BARDID: FL-2013-0476
Date: 2013-08-09 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:30:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: INDIAN RIVER LAGOON
NearestCityTown: GRANT-VALKARIA
County: BREVARD
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Navigation rules violation
AccidentEvent1: Collision with commercial vessel
RedactedNarrative:
V2 traveling NB at 7  knots in ICW.  V1 traveling NB crossing over wake of V2.  V1 attempts to overtake V2 and approaches too fast.  V1 strikes V2 in the stern.  Vessel damage exceeding $2000 reported.  No injuries.

V2 was traveling North bound at approximately 7 knots in the ICW channel near marker 45.  V1 was also traveling North bound in the ICW just outside of the V2's wake on the starboard side.  V1 was traveling somewhere between 20-30 mph.  V1 decided to overtake V2's wake and move directly behind V2.  While doing so, operator1 stated that while slowing V1 down he was unable to completely stop the forward momentum.  He approached too close to V2 and the hydrodynamics of the water drafted V1 into V2's stern.  V1 ramped onto V2's stern causing visible damage to the fiberglass, teak, and railings of V2.  V1 incurred visible fiberglass damage to the bow and the rub rail was pushed down.   V1 slid back down into the water into a fully settled position.  There were no injuries reported by the accident and both vessel were still fully operational.
Operator1 was issued a citation for violation of Navigation Rule 13 (Overtaking-Inland rules) resulting in a vessel accident.  We cleared the call at 1458 hours.


BARDID: FL-2013-0477
Date: 2013-06-29 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:00:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: DESTIN PASS
NearestCityTown: DESTIN
County: OKALOOSA
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Sharp turn
AccidentCause2: Other
OtherAccidentCause: passenger/skier behavior
AccidentEvent1: Skier mishap
RedactedNarrative:
V1 was towing a banana tube on the Choctawhatchee Bay.  V1 made a turn to the port and the injured party was ejected to starboard.  Contributing factor is that the injured party knew he had a weak shoulder.
Victim was transported by Okaloosa EMS to Fort Walton Regional Medical Center and admitted for treatment of a dislocated shoulder.; Victims left shoulder got dislocated as result of a sharp turn.  Victim stated he had a history of shoulder problems.


BARDID: FL-2013-0478
Date: 2013-08-17 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:00:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: ATLANTIC OCEAN
NearestCityTown: HIGHLAND BEACH
County: PALM BEACH
WaterConditions: Rough
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Equipment failure
EquipmentFailure: Auxiliary
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
V1, having 3 occupants fishing on board, were drifting offshore. The vessel owner and operator noticed the stern of the vessel flooding with water. He immediately noticed a malfunction with the water pump with the bait well. He noticed the bilge was filled with water. 

The weight of the water lowered the stern to the point in which the waves were crashing over into the vessel. Within minutes the vessel started to sink and over turned. The three occupants entered the water and a nearby Good Samaritan vessel pulled the occupants onto their boat.

I arrived on scene and followed the Good Samaritan vessel to the Silver Palms Boat ramp, where I took accident report. All three occupants reported no injuries.


BARDID: FL-2013-0479
Date: 2013-08-18 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:30:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: LAKE GEORGE
NearestCityTown: PIERSON
County: VOLUSIA
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Poor
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause2: Hazardous waters
EquipmentFailure: Auxiliary
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Sinking
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel was operating on lake, between thunder storms.  Operator changed normal route away from shoreline to avoid storm and engine stalled.  Before subject was able to get engine restarted,  the vessel turned sideways in the waves and a significant wave filled vessel with water.  Vessel began to sink and occupants abandoned.  With vessel partially sunk, subject tried to retrieve life-jackets.  When subject opened hatch, vessel immediately sank below the surface.  Some contents of vessel floated to surface.  Subject was able to find "phone" among the debris and called for assistance.


BARDID: FL-2013-0480
Date: 2013-07-05 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:39:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: LAKE BUTLER
NearestCityTown: WINDERMERE
County: ORANGE
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause2: Navigation rules violation
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
RedactedNarrative:
VESSEL #1 HAD THREE OCCUPANTS. THE OPERATOR OF VESSEL #1 WAS DOING LEFT HAND "DOUGHNUTS" OR SHARP TURNS WITH THE PWC. VESSEL #1 CAME CLOSE TO THE "EGRET ISLAND" SHORELINE DURING THE MANEUVERS AND SUBSEQUENTLY STRUCK A TREE ALONG THE SHORE LINE.; victim hadlacerations and contusions from impact with mangrove tree branches hanging over the waters edge. the second victim had a crush injury to the groin.


BARDID: FL-2013-0481
Date: 2013-08-25 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:15:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: BUNCESS PASS
NearestCityTown: ST. PETERSBURG
County: PINELLAS
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Force of wave/wake
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by propeller
RedactedNarrative:
Operator was underway west bound in buncess pass near marker 1 and 2.  Operator was sitting on the starboard gunwhale of the inflaatable vessel and steering with a tiller (15 hp suzuki 4 stroke outboard).  Operator advises he struck a wake that ejected him from the vessel.  Operator was wearing a kill switch lanyard, which did separate upon ejection.  Operator advises as he was ejected he still had a grip on the tiller steering and pulled it back as he went over the side of teh vessel, ultimately causing the vessel to turn around.  Operator advises he was in the water with his head above the water line when the boat whipped around and ran over top of him.  The propeller struck operator on the upper left arm.  Injuries sustained were severe lacerations on both the elbow and tricep area.  Good sam assisted subject to shallow water and on to land.  Rescue transported operator to bayfront medical for treatment.; operator received severe lacerations from prop strike on left elbow and tricep area.


BARDID: FL-2013-0482
Date: 2013-06-08 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:00:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: ATLANTIC AT FT GEORGE INLET
NearestCityTown: JACKSONVILLE
County: DUVAL
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Hazardous waters
AccidentCause2: Equipment failure
EquipmentFailure: Auxiliary
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Capsized vessel, no injuries.

On 6/8/2013, at approximately 1500, I, Officer  of the Florida Fish and Wildlife/Division of Law Enforcement was dispatched to a reported vessel capsizing at the FT. George Inlet on the North end of Huguenot City Park. The registered owner and three occupants were on the beach at the city park uninjured. The vessel was observed hull up off the surf with an incoming tide. 

The operator/owner stated the vessel had unexpectedly begun taking on water over the stern and began sinking. Operator initially attempted to throttle up to remove the water but the stern continued to sink. All four occupants moved to the bow and threw the anchor over. Caught in the surf and sinking at the stern the vessel flipped over tossing the occupants out of the vessel. Operator stated the water was just chest level and no one was injured making it to shore with what belongings they could grab from the vessel.

SEATOW contacted and contracted by owner to recover the vessel.

6/9/13  - SEATOW representative reported unable to recover vessel in shallows and that it was already breaking apart. Owner notified.


BARDID: FL-2013-0483
Date: 2013-06-22 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:15:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: BISCAYNE BAY
NearestCityTown: MIAMI
County: MIAMI-DADE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Navigation rules violation
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
V1 WAS TRAVELING SOUTHBOUND, PARALLEL WITH THE WEST SHORE OF TEACHER ISLAND.  V2 WAS TRaveLING EAST TOWARDS THE ISLAND FROM THE ICW.  OPERATOR OF V2 STATES HTAT HE MADE AN ERRATIC MANEUVER (360 DEGREE TURN)THEN COLLIDED WITH V1.  THE OPERATOR OF V2 WAS THE EJECTED FROM THE JETSKI AND LANDED WITHIN V1.


BARDID: FL-2013-0484
Date: 2013-08-03 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:06:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: Boca Ciega Bay
NearestCityTown: Indian Shores
County: PINELLAS
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel 1 and Vessel 2 were southbound in the Narrows. Vessel 2 was operating in front of Vessel 1. Vessel 2 slowed to a slow speed minimum wake when it entered the slow speed minimum wake zone. Vessel 1 failed to slow in time and rode up on Vessel 2.

A passenger on Vessel 2, riding on the bow of the boat looking toward the stern, observed the upcoming Vessel 1. He warned the other two subjects and they all jumped in the water to avoid being struck by Vessel 1.

All parties refused medical treatment at the scene however an occupant of Vessel 2 was seen in the ER the following day with minor injuries.


BARDID: FL-2013-0485
Date: 2013-08-24 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:20:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: Ocean (Inlet)
NearestCityTown: Bal Harbor
County: MIAMI-DADE
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause3: Force of wave/wake
AccidentEvent1: Fall in vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Operator of Vessel #1 advised he was entering Haulover Inlet when a large wave struck his vessel, causing him to strike the steering column which caused a large laceration to his upper lip.

Operator of Vessel #1 was transported to the Haulover Marina fuel dock by Golden Peach PD Unit.  Fire Rescue #21 Lt. treated and released on scene.


BARDID: FL-2013-0486
Date: 2013-08-29 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:00:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: BUTTONWOOD SOUND
NearestCityTown: KEY LARGO
County: MONROE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Thursday
AccidentCause1: Sharp turn
AccidentCause2: Navigation rules violation
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
RedactedNarrative:
On August 28, 2013 at approximately 1:00 pm, operator was operating a PWC with his father as a passenger in Buttonwood Sound.  operator turned to starboard while cruising at approximately 20-30 mph.  occupant fell off the PWC and sustained a fractured rib on his left side due to impact with water. A warning was issued to oiperator for careless operation.


BARDID: FL-2013-0487
Date: 2013-08-10 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:45:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: WITHLACOOCHIE RIVER
County: CITRUS
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
AccidentEvent3: Flooding/swamping
RedactedNarrative:
On 8/10/13 at about 1800 hours, V-1 was heading south on an airboat trail north of SR44 and west of the Withlacoochee River.  V-1 was approaching a T intersection in a S curve in the airboat trail.  Another unidentified vessel came off of the T airboat trail and cut in front of V-1. The unidentified vessel came from the port side of V-1.  V-1 hit the wake of the unidentified vessel at a parallel angle and water came over the port side.  Operator1 turned V-1 to the right and then back to the left to attempt a 180.  The forward momentum of V-1 continued and pushed V-1 into the trees/bushes.  Operator1 observed a cut off branch with a point coming at his face.  He threw his right arm up to protect his face and the tree limb punctured his right forearm from his elbow to his wrist.  The impact knocked him from the seat and wedged him in between the seat and steering stick.  His son arrived shortly after and stepped on the port side of the gunwale to help.  V-1 then sank in three feet of water.  Operator1 was transported to Ocala Regional Hospital.          ; Operator received about 14 stitches.


BARDID: FL-2013-0488
Date: 2013-08-31 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:55:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: AREA 2 BOAT RAMP CANAL SOUTH L
NearestCityTown: UNINCORPORATED
County: BROWARD
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Fair
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On August 31, 2013 at approximately 1630hrs, I responded to an air boat accident that occurred in area 2A  at approximately 1555Hrs.  I arrived on scene at 1728hrs and was informed by BSO that there was an air boat accident involving one air boat with three people on board.  All three subjects sustained some type of injury, one of which required transport the local Hospital.

A good Samaritan stated that they had seen V-1 come down the waterway and head into the side of the canal bank.  He stated that the air boat hit the bank with it's side and flipped over causing the three passengers to be ejected.  The three occupants were transported back to the area 2 boat ramp where they were evaluated by EMS.  The operator was taken to Coral Springs Medical due to having aviation gas spill onto him during the accident as well as feeling pain in his neck and back.  Occupant Occupant2 had a 2 inch laceration above his left eye which was treated by use of a first aid kit.  Occupant2 refused medical treatment from EMS.  Occupant3 received a black eye (right) and refused medical treatment from EMS.

I interviewed Operator at approximately 2050Hrs at Coral Springs Medical.  Operator stated that he was traveling down the Area 2 boat ramp Canal  and was planning on returning to the boat ramp due the inclement weather approaching.  He stated as he made his way to the opening of the canal, he  saw another air boat  from a distance which made him nervous.  Operator stated that he had limited time operating air boats as well as navigating the area.  Due to those factors, he panicked when he saw the other vessel heading towards the entrance.  Operator, being a novice air boater, took his foot off the accelerator causing the air boat to lose steerage and slide into the bank of the canal.  The air boat hit broadside and flipped causing the three occupants to be ejected.  Operator stated that he knows that it was his fault and that the other vessel had no involvement in the accident. 

Operator was cited for Caress Operation of a Vessel.


BARDID: FL-2013-0489
Date: 2013-09-01 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:15:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: GULF OF MEXICO
NearestCityTown: TARPON SPRINGS
County: PINELLAS
WaterConditions: Rough
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
RedactedNarrative:
V1 was cruising on autopilot, with no proper lookout, when the bow of V1 struck the starboard rear quarter of V2 which was at anchor.


BARDID: FL-2013-0490
Date: 2013-08-31 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:11:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: ATLANTIC OCEAN
NearestCityTown: MIAMI BEACH
County: MIAMI-DADE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Navigation rules violation
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
While on land patrol on August 31, 2013, at approximately 1511 hrs, FWC dispatch advised of a possible Personal Watercraft (PWC) accident in the vicinity of 22nd Street and Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL. I immediately responded to the scene, arriving at approximately 1528 hrs. 
   After conducting my investigation and gathering all the witness statements from the parties involved, it was determined that the operator of the PWC with registration number FL 5080 PH was operating the vessel carelessly and in a close proximity to the other PWC involved in the accident (FL 9272 PE). The operator of the second PWC was operating its rented vessel with a female passenger onboard when his vessel was impacted from its port side by vessel1. As a result of the collision, which occurred approximately 700 yards from the shoreline, two people were ejected from the vessel2. Operator2 along with one of the PWC rental employees, took v2 occupant to shore where she was later transported to Mount Sinai Medical Center in Miami Beach by the City of Miami Beach Fire rescue for treatment (case:2013-16167). V2 occupant was impacted  on her left leg and received a fracture to her left tibia and fibula, she is currently on rehabilitation after receiving surgery at the above mentioned hospital.  
   Subsequently, Operator1 was cited for careless operation of the PWC resulting in an accident (F.S. 327.33 (2)). Only one PWC received minor damages as a result of the collision and it was estimated at $500.00.


BARDID: FL-2013-0491
Date: 2013-08-11 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:41:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: LAKE WEIR
NearestCityTown: BELLEVIEW
County: MARION
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel # 2 (V-2) was traveling eastbound on a plane, approximately 119 yards south of the shoreline on the north side of Lake Weir. Vessel # 1 (V-1) was traveling westbound on a plane, approximately 125 to 130 yards south of the shoreline. As V-2 passed on the port side of V-1, V-2 made a sharp turn north striking V-1 on the port side, just forward of the passenger seat windshield. The owner and passenger of V-1 who was seated in the forward bow area was ejected into the water and the unknown operator of V-2 was ejected into the water. An unknown vessel came to the crash and retrieved V-2 and the unknown operator and immediately left the scene. All leads have been exhausted with negative results. This case is closed until new leads are found.  ;Subject1:Transported to Ocala Regional Medical Center treated for cut on inside of mouth and bruised left eye then released.; subject2:Transported to Ocala Regional Medical Center treated for bruising and soreness of the chest and neck area and released.


BARDID: FL-2013-0492
Date: 2013-09-01 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 10:02:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: GULF OF MEXICO
NearestCityTown: CLEARWATER
County: PINELLAS
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Hull failure
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel 1 was heading in a westerly direction, approximately 8.5 miles west of Clearwater Pass, in the Gulf of Mexico, at an approximate speed of 25 mph. The vessel had slowed to a speed of about 10 mph when the Captain and passengers noticed that they were taking on water. 

The Captain turned on the bilge pumps in an attempt to empty some of the water. The bilge pumps were not able to keep up with the incoming water. The Captain and one of the passengers noticed that the after-market transom bracket may have partially separated from the hull. The vessel rapidly filled with water. 

The Captain fired off three flares while a passenger made a distress call. The occupants put on their PFD's just prior to the vessel capsizing. Within about a half hour the USCG had arrived in a 45ft response boat and recovered all the passengers. No one was inured. 

The USCG brought all the occupants to Seminole Boat Ramp, in Clearwater. The operator was made aware of his responsibility to salvage the vessel.


BARDID: FL-2013-0493
Date: 2013-08-10 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:30:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: ATLANTIC OCEAN
NearestCityTown: KEY LARGO
County: MONROE
WaterConditions: Rough
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Hazardous waters
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
RedactedNarrative:
As V1 was approaching Molasses Reef, the operator tried to turn the vessel around.  As he did this, V1 took a wave over the bow swamping it.  This extra weight, along with the rough sea conditions caused V1 to sink.  No injuries were noted.


BARDID: FL-2013-0494
Date: 2013-08-31 00:00:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: ROCKY BAYOU
NearestCityTown: EGLIN
County: OKALOOSA
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Collision with recreational vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On September 2, 2013, I, Officer of the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, were notified by FWC dispatch of a possible boating accident involving a private dock in Rocky Bayou in Niceville, Florida. Officer and I responded to the address, and spoke with the homeowner who stated that her and her husband had gone out of town on Friday, August 30th, and had just returned that morning on Monday, September 2, to find that their dock, boat lift, and their small aluminum Jon boat had been struck by an unknown vessel sometime while they were out of town. owner believes it was sometime between Saturday afternoon and Sunday night.


BARDID: FL-2013-0495
Date: 2013-08-11 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:30:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: BISCAYNE BAY
NearestCityTown: NORTH BAY VILLAGE
County: MIAMI-DADE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Fair
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
RedactedNarrative:
I was assigned to the accident the day after it occurred and I proceeded to make contact with subject at Pelican Harbor Marina.  On August 11, 2013 at around dusk subject was in her vessel, which stays on dock A at Pelican Harbor Marina. Subject claimed that operator1, operating vessel "Freaken Weekend" came into the marina at speed, creating a wake and ultimately causing the starboard side of her vessel to scrape against the concrete dock. I contacted Operator1 over the phone and scheduled a meeting at the Pelican Harbor marina where he provided me a sworn written statement of the occurrence. On August 16, Subject got in touch with our office advising that accident report was wrong. Furthermore she spoke to Capt. advising that in the diagram her vessel was facing the wrong way, which was confirmed to be untrue. Subject also advised on the 16th of August that there were witnesses to the incident which she had not mentioned before. I spoke to Subject over the phone and advised her to speak to the witnesses and schedule a day where I can meet them at Pelican Harbor to obtain witness statements. Subject responded to me with an email stating that we could meet September 25 or October 1st after 7pm, but its was uncertain who was going to be there. I advised Subject to meet on October 1st to give her more time to schedule the witnesses. On October 1st, I called Subject multiple times throughout the day with no response. I kept calling throughout the week with no response and I emailed Subject on October 9th letting her know of my attempts to get in touch with her. I also asked her to provide me the witnesses names and information so I could call them myself. Subject emailed me advising that due to the nature of her work she did not accept  "blocked " calls, but never provided the witnesses information. I was unable to verify that the damage to her vessel was caused by the wake of vessel "Freaken Weekend."


BARDID: FL-2013-0497
Date: 2013-08-24 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 09:00:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: ICW
NearestCityTown: BELLEAIR BLUFFS
County: PINELLAS
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Engine
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Grounding
RedactedNarrative:
On August 25, 2013 at approximately 0900 hours United States Coast Guard (USCG) responded to a vessel taking on water just north of the Bellair Causeway in Pinellas County.  USCG recovered to individuals from the vessel with no injuries.  The vessel capsized and was unable to be salvaged at the current time.  The vessel was partially submerged.  It was determined that no drain plug was in place. I, Officer of the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC), received notice at approximately 1700 hours.

Operator stated the two men left Bellair boat ramp and were heading northwest when the motor of the vessel stalled around marker 1a.  The vessel continued to drift northwest until it grounded on a sandbar.  operator then realized there was no drain plug and water was rushing into the vessel.  PFD's were dawned by both men.  USCG arrived shortly after.

On August 30, operator made contact with me stating he hired commercial salvage to recover his vessel on this day.


BARDID: FL-2013-0498
Date: 2013-07-31 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 10:40:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: BARGE CANAL
NearestCityTown: MERRITT ISLAND
County: BREVARD
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Wednesday
AccidentCause1: Sharp turn
AccidentCause2: Force of wave/wake
AccidentEvent1: Person Ejected from Vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by propeller
RedactedNarrative:
According to Operator1 as the operator of v1, bearing FL 7986 RZ, his vessel along with two others were traveling northbound in Sykes Creek. The three vessels were in a row traveling parallel with one another. V1 was the vessel located on the right side off of the middle vessel's starboard side. Shortly after turning right in order to head eastbound in the Barge Canal, Operator1 decelerated in order to turn left and head northbound in the Barge Canal after the other two vessels had passed. The wake from the other vessels that he went over caused the tiller motor to turn. Operator1 was unable to maintain control and simultaneously the throttle got accelerated.  At this time, the kill switch lanyard that Operator1 was wearing also got pulled from his hand. The occupant, due to the sharp turn and the acceleration over the wave was ejected out of the vessel off of the port side. The vessel was not powered when the propeller of V1 made contact with Victim's right arm however it was still in rotation. V1 was propelled by a 9.9 Mercury 4 stroke. Operator1 advised that he has a couple years of experience in vessel operation, but no experience in this type of vessel.

At approximately 1707 hours, I spoke with subject via cell phone. He advised that Victim received 8 stitches. I advised him to disregard the self report and that I would submit a full report due to injury beyond first aid. subject further advised that the vessel had been checked out by the mechanic and that there was no damage. subject further advised that his sons will be taking the online boating safety course in order to obtain their boating safety ID cards. I closed the incident out Report Taken.


BARDID: FL-2013-0499
Date: 2013-09-02 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:00:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: CANAL SYSTEM OFF OF ATLANTIC O
NearestCityTown: KEY LARGO
County: MONROE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Monday
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
RedactedNarrative:
V1, striking vessel, was being operated by 17 year old male who was unfamiliar with this vessel.  He was trying to turn the vessel in to a slip that had a lowered floating dock in it.  Operator 1 overshot the slip, tried to reverse and then had to go forward quickly before striking other vessels. While going forward the midship port side of V1 had a glancing blow to the 2 outboard motors of V2, the struck vessel that was on a floating lift dock that was not occupied.  The port engine skeg of V2 was bent and blue paint transfer were on the 3 propeller blades and hub area.  The starboard engine only had blue paint transfer on the tip of the skeg and the propeller blades.


BARDID: FL-2013-0501
Date: 2013-08-18 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 22:24:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: BAY / INTRACOASTAL WATERWAY
NearestCityTown: MIAMI
County: MIAMI-DADE
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Poor
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On August 18, 2013, at approximately 10:26 PM, I was notified by dispatch of a boating accident that occurred under the MacArthur Causeway in the intracoastal water (ICW). The accident involved only one vessel which struck the south side of the MacArthur Causeway fender system. 

The operator of the vessel stated he was driving his vessel south in the ICW from the Haulover area when it began to rain. He was having difficulty seeing the channel markers and left the helm to retrieve a spot light which was located in the center console of the vessel. He claimed to have left subject behind the helm to take control of the vessel. The vessel changed course and struck the south side of the MacArthur Causeway fender system. After the vessel struck the bridge subject took the vessel out of gear. ;Subject had a laceration to his chin for which he received stitches and a bruise in his groin area. Operator had a laceration to his chin and received stitches.


BARDID: FL-2013-0502
Date: 2013-09-02 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:00:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: BANANA RIVER
County: BREVARD
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Monday
AccidentCause1: Other
OtherAccidentCause: passenger/skier behavior
AccidentEvent1: Skier mishap
RedactedNarrative:
On September 2, 2013 at approximately 1100 hours V-1, bearing Florida registration number FL 5532 ML which is described as a 21 foot Angler (HIN ANGP0038K102) blue in color, powered by a 175 horse power Johnson outboard, was engaged in towing a wake boarder.   V-1 with a total of 5 people on board, and was towing subject on a wake board.  V-1 was travelling south bound at approximately 35 to 40 miles per hour in the north area of the Banana River, south of the no motor zone and north of the power lines and west of the Banana River Channel.  While attempting to jump the port side wake Victim fell and was pulled face first into the water.  The force of the impact caused his legs to fold up behind his back.  The wake board, still attached to his feet, struck Victim behind his right ear causing a 3 to 4 inch laceration.  The people on board observing the fall turned the vessel around to retrieve the skier.  As they approached they noticed Victim was injured.  They immediately pulled Victim aboard and transported him to Harbor Town Marina.  From Harbor Town Marina Victim was transported to Cape Canaveral Hospital for treatment to his injuries.  
Victim's injuries consisted of a deep laceration behind his right ear.  The laceration was approximately 3 to 4 inches long and followed the hairline behind his ear.  The injury  occured from a fall while being towed behind a vessel.  While attempting to jump the wake Victim took a hard fall face first.  The impact of the fall caused Victim's legs to fold up behind his back, which caused the edge of the wakeboard to hit Victim behind the ear causing the deep laceration.  Victim received 5 staples to close the wound.


BARDID: FL-2013-0503
Date: 2013-08-18 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:10:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: INDIAN RIVER
NearestCityTown: FORT PIERCE
County: SAINT LUCIE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel 1 and 2 were traveling west in the Torpy Road boat ramp channel on the ICW (Indian River) on plane approaching a slow speed (minimum wake zone). Vessel 1 was traveling behind (to the stern) of vessel 2. Vessel 2 slowed down to minimum speed at the slow speed zone sign and vessel 1 continued on plane and struck vessel 2 on the stern and traversed vessel 2, coming to rest on top of vessel 2. Operator for V1 was arrested for BUI.  Operator refused to provide breath sample. Operator2 complained of soreness/stiffness in his right arm and was unable to move more than a few inches at a time due to pain.


BARDID: FL-2013-0504
Date: 2013-09-06 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:30:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: JOHN'S PASS
NearestCityTown: MADEIRA BEACH
County: PINELLAS
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause2: Navigation rules violation
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
V1 while cruising out of the slow speed zone at the end of the jetty on the gulf side of John's Pass, accelerated his ski at a high rate of speed while turning to the north. 

V2 were just ahead of V1 and on their left. V2 also accelerated and began making a sharp right hand turn just after the jetty. V1 realized he was going too fast and was about to collide with V2, so he attempted to turn right and slow down. Operator1, however, operating V1 let off the throttle completely while going about 20 mph and as a result lost the ability to steer his vessel away from V2. 

As a result of  V1 losing the ability to control his vessel, his port bow hit V2 on V2's bow area causing a significant impact which ejected the operators and the passengers of both vessels. 

None of the operators or the passengers were injured in the collision and they all returned safely to the livery after being assisted back on the ski's with the help of some of the other members in the group.


BARDID: FL-2013-0505
Date: 2013-08-31 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 23:30:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: BLACKWATER SOUND
NearestCityTown: KEY LARGO
County: MONROE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Poor
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Navigation rules violation
AccidentCause2: Excessive speed
AccidentCause3: Operator inattention
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
RedactedNarrative:
A 16ft skiff, while operating at approximately 11:30 pm on 8-31-13, struck the anchored vessel Mortail.  One of the occupants of the skiff received a large laceration to the upper right side of her forehead and some abrasions to her upper right thigh.  The operator returned to shore and transported the victim to the hospital, where she received multiple stitches to her forehead.  After returning they reported the accident to dispatch at 7:08 am on 9-1-13. 
Operator did not notice the mast light on the sailing vessel.

At approximately 8:30 am on 9-1-13 I was dispatched to take a report of a boating accident that occurred on 8-31-13 at approximately 11:30 pm.  I, went by water to meet with the reporting party.  We arrived at the address at approximately 9:30 am.  Officer and I obtained witness statements from two subjects.  I then photographed the striking vessel, FL 0249 NY, and injuries.  After documenting the damages Officer and I went to document the damages to the vessel that was struck.  We arrived to the struck vessel located in Blackwater Sound and I took pictures of the damage.  After that we returned to shore to complete the boating accident report.;victim sustained a laceration, approximately 4 inches long, to the upper right side of her forehead, multiple scratches to her right thigh, and a swollen right eye.

Operator1 did not notice the mast light on the sailing vessel.   The mast light was on and functional, operator failed to identify it as an anchored vessel.


BARDID: FL-2013-0506
Date: 2013-07-21 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 10:30:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: ST. AUGUSTINE INLET SALT RUN
NearestCityTown: ST. AUGUSTINE
County: SAINT JOHNS
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Force of wave/wake
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
AccidentEvent3: Flooding/swamping
RedactedNarrative:
V1 was anchored near the inlet jetties at the intersection of the St. Augustine Inlet and Salt Run. At approx. 1030 V2 passed V1s location at a high rate of speed as V2 was exiting Salt Run on a heading outbound of the inlet. V2 caused a large wake which swamped V1 causing V1 to capsize. All occupants of V1 were recovered uninjured. V1 was towed to the Vilano Boat Ramp and recovered. V2 left the inlet heading into the Atlantic Ocean. Witnesses were unable to provide a name or registration number for V2.


BARDID: FL-2013-0507
Date: 2013-09-15 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:00:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: TAMPA BAY
NearestCityTown: ANNA MARIA
County: MANATEE
WaterConditions: Rough
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Poor
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Weather
AccidentCause2: Hazardous waters
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On 9/15/13 at approximately 1700 hours a vessel accident occurred in Tampa Bay between Egmont Key and Anna Maria Island. A storm came across Tampa Bay and a vessel (FL 6826 MT) was swamped and then capsized. The vessel, a 26' Sea Ray, was occupied by two subjects.

Operator stated that he had been snorkeling earlier in the day with his wife by Egmont Key from their vessel. Subjects saw that a storm was heading their way across Tampa Bay and they started to head in towards Bradenton Boat Club following another vessel. The sea conditions were deteriorating as they headed to shore. Along the way the winds and sea conditions became so severe that Operator stopped their vessel and deployed their anchor, tying it off at the bow. The vessel then quickly swamped and capsized.
Subjects tried to stay with the vessel but were unable to do so due to the large waves. Subjects were both wearing life jackets. The occupants of the vessel that subjects were following reported them missing to United States Coast Guard when they arrived at shore.
At this time many search and rescue operations were being conducted around the Tampa Bay area by USCG and FWC.
At approximately 2330 hours FWC dispatch advised Lt of an overdue vessel near Passage Key. At 2354 hours we responded in two patrol vessels to the area. We arrived at approximately 0033 hours on 9/16/13.
At about this time USCG advised that they had located two subjects treading water near the Skyway Bridge from their helicopter. The two subjects, were picked up out of the water by the USCG helicopter and transported to Tampa General Hospital for treatment.
I then searched the area between Egmont Key and Anna Maria Island and located the capsized vessel at position N27 33.393 and W082 44.206. I called the registration number (FL 6826 MT) into dispatch to confirm that it belonged to subjects.
Lt. returned to shore and responded to Tampa General Hospital to check on the injury status of  subejct. Subject had taken seawater into his lungs and was having trouble breathing. He also had cuts on his hands from trying to hold onto the vessel. Occupant also had cuts on her hands and arms from trying to hold onto the capsized vessel. Subjects were treated for their injuries.
The vessel was later recovered by Sea Tow on 9/17/13 and has been removed from the water and placed in dry dock.; Operator was admitted to Tampa General Hospital with trouble breathing because of water in his lungs and also small cuts on his hands and arms from trying to hold onto the boat. He was treated for pneumonia and stayed in the hospital for a couple days before being released. occupant suffered small cuts on her hands and arms from the vessel capsizing and then trying to hold onto the boat afterwards. The cuts were treated at Tampa General Hospital.


BARDID: FL-2013-0508
Date: 2013-08-30 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 20:00:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: ATLANTIC OCEAN
NearestCityTown: ORCHID
County: INDIAN RIVER
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Engine
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/swamping
RedactedNarrative:
V-1 was underway cruising toward the west in the Atlantic Ocean . V-1's engine stalled and would not restart. V-1 drifted west onto the beach where it became grounded and swamped.

Owner/Operator stated he had gone out Sebastian Inlet into the Atlantic just south in the area of "Monster Hole". He notice some bait fish working to the south and began to fish and cruise slowly in towards shore. The outboard motor quit and he could not get it to restart.  The vessel began to drift towards the beach where it was caught in the surf then grounded on the beach and swamped by the surf. The vessel came to rest on the beach about one mile south of the Sebastian Inlet.

The vessel was removed by a salvage vessel the following day and towed in to Sebastian Inlet State Park boat Ramp where I inspected it.


BARDID: FL-2013-0509
Date: 2013-08-18 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:00:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: GULF OF MEXICO
NearestCityTown: KEY WEST
County: MONROE
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by vessel
AccidentEvent3: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
V1-Struck vessel
V2-Striking vessel

V1 approached V2 at an angle from the starboard side and crossed in front of V2. The operator of V2 did not see V1 until it was approximately 10 feet from him. Operator of V2 shut the throttle and hit V1 at an angle on the port side. Could not steer due to no thrust from water jet.

Both of the PWC were rental units from Barefoot Billie's at the Casa Marina Resort in Key West. Operator2 was the operator of V2 and there was no passenger. Operator1 was the operator of V1 with a passenger, V1 occupant. When they reached the area of Boca Chica Bayside of US Hwy 1, they were told this was an area where they could play. V2 was making "curves", and approached the vessel operated by Operator2 from the starboard side. The passenger V1 occupant said he saw the other PWC but thought it would turn to the left to avoid them. Operator2 claims he did not see the other PWC until it was within ten feet of him. He told me he shut the throttle down but continued in a straight line into the other PWC. All three people were thrown from their PWC. V1 occupant had an injury to his left knee but nothing broken. Operator1 had a broken tibia of her left leg. Neither operator was cognizant of the others presence until it was too late, and appeared to not have been looking. Both were on plane and running at excessive speed for the proximity of the vessels. Operator1 cut across the bow of Operator2 and neither were aware of the others presence until it was too late to avoid a crash. Lack of experience in operating PWC, off throttle steering and failure to maintain proper look out contributed to this crash. Both were issued Citations for citations for violation of Navigational rules resulting in an accident without serious bodily harm (per Doctor both to recover with no permanent disabilities).; OPERATOR1:Operator was diagnosed with broken Tibia. Full Recovery Expected. ; V1 OCCUPANT,:Sprain to left leg. Full recovery expected, no permanent damage.


BARDID: FL-2013-0510
Date: 2013-09-10 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:00:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: ATLANTIC OCEAN
NearestCityTown: BIG PINE KEY
County: MONROE
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Tuesday
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentEvent1: Person struck by propeller
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel-1 struck swimmer-1 with prop

Vessel-1 was on the Highway north side of Spanish Harbor in the Atlantic Ocean (near the Boy Scout Camp) at approximately 1200hrs on the day of 10Sept2013 . There was one Operator and two swimmers. The two Swimmers (Swimmer-1 and Swimmer-2) were being pulled behind Vessel-1 by the Operator. Swimmer-1(Victim) let go of the tow rope to retrieve a lobster he passed over. The Operator stopped the boat while the Victim voluntarily swam to Vessel-1 to drop off a lobster he retrieved. The Victim handed the operator his net with a lobster to measure for legal size while Swimmer-2 continued to dive for lobster. The Operator got the lobster from the net and handed it back to the victim.  While the Operator was placing the legal lobster in the cooler the Operator lost sight of the Victim. The Operator then yelled for the Victim to be aware of his location not realizing the boat was still in reverse,. The victim yelled back "my shorts are caught in the prop". At that time the Victim tried to pull his shorts from the prop when his leg was struck by the prop. The Operator immediately shut the engine off and went to the back of Vessel-1 where the Victim was in the water at the stern of Vessel-1 bleeding from the leg. The Operator then helped the Victim into the Vessel and performed first aid on the Victim. That's when the Operator got Swimmer-2 back to the Vessel who did not see or have any awareness that the accident happened. They immediately called 911 to report the accident and requested medical assistance. They proceeded to land where they left from at Big Pine Key Fishing Lodge. The Victim was interviewed by Officer at Fisherman's Hospital in Marathon, Florida. The Victim had multiple lacerations to the left leg, left calf, back of left knee, left Achilles tendon, and left tibial fracture.


BARDID: FL-2013-0511
Date: 2013-09-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:00:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: NAPLES BAY
NearestCityTown: NAPLES
County: COLLIER
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Wednesday
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Engine
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (fuel)
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On 9-5-13 at approximately 1100 hours,  the operator was approaching the fuel dock at the Naples City Dock marina. As Operator was approaching he shifted the vessel from neutral into reverse and the engine compartment exploded. The cause of the explosion was a fuel leak, the Halon fire suppression system extinguished the fire almost immediately. Operator was ejected into the water then climbed onto the dock, he suffered minor and moderate burns as a result. Operator was transported to the hospital where his injuries were treated, he was discharged later that day.;The operator suffered burns on his left arm and  leg as a result of the explosion. The operator was transported to the hospital where he was treated then released later the same day.


BARDID: FL-2013-0512
Date: 2013-08-22 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:40:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: GULF OF MEXICO
NearestCityTown: HERNANDO BEACH
County: HERNANDO
WaterConditions: Rough
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Poor
DayofWeek: Thursday
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by propeller
RedactedNarrative:
V1 was anchored on the Hernando Beach Flats in a small cove at Round Island, near marker 21.As a storm was approaching, V1 operator decided to pull the anchor and return to shore. An occupant who was standing near the stern of V1 fell overboard and was struck by the propeller of V1 causing serious bodily injury to her leg. The injured occupant was assisted by a good samaritan who was on V2 in the same cove as V1, by loading victim back into V1 and immediately transported to awaiting EMS at the Hernando Beach Boat Ramp. The injured occupant was subsequently transported to Bayonet Regional Medical Center in Hudson, FL and underwent surgery.
    Through several interviews from witnesses and the boat operator, I found the boat operator was in violation of Navigation rule- failure to have a look out, resulting in serious bodily injury.

The operator and the rest of the occupants had been drinking throughout the day however an arrest was not performed as the investigation did not provide for the operator being under the influence beyond legal limits.
victim WAS ADMITTED TO INTENSIVE CARE UNIT WITH SEVERE TRAUMA TO LEFT LEG. BOAT PROPELLER CAUSED BONE, TISSUE LIGAMENT,CARTILAGE AND MUSCLE DAMAGE. INITIAL SERGURY INCLUDED USAGE OF METAL RODS AND PINS TO BE PLACED IN VICTIMS LEG. DUE TO RISK OF INFECTION INITIAL WOUNDS WERE DRESSED BUT LEFT OPEN.


BARDID: FL-2013-0513
Date: 2013-08-29 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:28:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: DEER POINT LAKE
NearestCityTown: UNINCORPORATED
County: BAY
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Thursday
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On 8-29-2013 at approximately 1645 hrs I Officer was dispatched to 9613 Indian Bluff Resort Ln. in reference to a boat accident. Upon arrival I spoke with Operator2 and his wife.  Operator2 stated he was operating his 19'6 Key West south bound on the creek from Econfina Creek with his wife and two children on board.  Operator2 stated he and his family had been fishing on the creek and were heading home.  While traveling south on deer point lake just south of the Econfina Creek junction he observed a smaller vessel traveling north bound.  The north bound vessel was headed head on at Operator2.  Both vessel were going approximately half throttle when Operator1 made a sharp turn to his port side.  At the same time Operator2 made a sharp turn to his starboard side were his vessel struck vessel1 on the starboard side approximately half way down the vessel..  Operator2 bow went approximately half way across Operator1's vessel before hitting the motor and falling off the starboard rear. 

At the time the two vessels struck the impact ejected Operator1 out of his vessel into the water.  Operator2 stated after the impact he observed Operator1 trying to swim and observed a lot of blood coming from Operator1's head.  At that time Operator2’s wife operated the Key West to Operator1's location and Operator2 held him from going under water.   Operator2 also held pressure with a towel on Operator1's bleeding head.  Operator2’s wife idled the vessel over to a nearby dock. Within a minute after the impact Operator2’s wife called 911 from her cell phone.  After arriving on the dock Operator2 leaned Operator1 against the dock and held pressure on his head waiting for EMS to arrive.  After EMS arrived Operator1 was transmitted to Gulf Coast hospital were Investigator talked with him briefly.  Lt. arrived on seen by vessel and I took photos of all the damage.  I also took written statements from Operator2.  I then met  Operator2 at Deer Point Dam boat ramp to pull the vessel from the water and check for other damage.  Lt. stayed with Operator1's vessel until Operator1 had friends remove the vessel from the water a couple hours later.  Operator1's vessel had extreme damage to the starboard side and to the 40 hp Yamaha motor.  Operator2's vessel had damage to the front keel and scratches down the port side. There were no injuries on Operator2 vessel.  

Operator1 injuries were a broken knee cap, broken ribs, and laceration to the head and face.  Both vessels were returned to the owners. On 9-18-2013 I spoke with Operator1 at his home and had him complete a written statement.  .  Operator1 reiterated Operator2 account of the event.  This happened in Bay County.


BARDID: FL-2013-0514
Date: 2013-09-15 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:30:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: BUNCESS PASS
NearestCityTown: ST. PETERSBURG BEACH
County: PINELLAS
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Poor
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Improper anchoring
AccidentCause2: Weather
AccidentCause3: Hazardous waters
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel 1 was anchored approximately 10 feet off of the south beach of Shell Key, in Buncess Pass. The vessel was anchored with two anchors, front and back, with the bow facing the beach. A very strong Thunder Storm came through the area, bringing very strong winds and high seas. The operator began to pull anchor. As he did so the  vessel took several waves over the stern. The vessel began to fill with water. The operator passed out life jackets and everyone from the vessel walked to the beach.

  No one onboard the vessel was injured. The vessel sank in about four feet of water. The next day the vessel was salvaged by Tow Boat USA at the owners request and brought to the nearby boat ramp and recovered to its trailer.


BARDID: FL-2013-0516
Date: 2013-09-02 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:43:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Seminole
NearestCityTown: Seminole
County: PINELLAS
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Monday
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentEvent1: Skier mishap
AccidentEvent2: Collision with recreational vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On 09-02-2013 Vessel #1, a 2007 PWC Sea Doo and vessel #2, a 2001 Key West center console, were on Lake Seminole pulling skiers on towable tubes. It was stated by both operators that they were traveling in a south direction prior to impact. According ot operator of Vessel #2 he was traveling behind Vessel #1 and to his left. Operator of Vessel #2 made a right hand turn and began traveling west. Then operator of Vessel #1 made a 180 degree turn and began traveling north. Operator of Vessel #2 stated that Operator of Vessel #1 was looking over his shoulder and was not paying attention to what was in front of him. Operator of Vessel #2 stated he and passengers attempted to gain Operator #1 attention but was unsuccessful. Operator #1 then ran into the tube of Vessel #2 causing impact with riders.

According to Operator of Vessel #1 while he was making his starboard 180 degree turn, he looked over his shoulder and saw no obstructions or other vessels approaching. He then looked in his rearview mirror to monitor the tube and rides. As he looked forward he noticed Vessel #2 in front of him approximately 20 feet away traveling west. Operator #1 stated he came off throttle and impact occurred to the tube of Vessel #2.

Statements were taken from independent witnesses and all parties involved. One victim RECEIVED LACERATIONS AND CONTUSIONS FROM THE IMPACT WITH THE PWC.  Another died from trauma.


BARDID: FL-2013-0517
Date: 2013-09-03 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:10:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: Intracoastal Waterway
NearestCityTown: Riviera Beach
County: PALM BEACH
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Tuesday
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Other
OtherAccidentCause: passenger/skier behavior
AccidentEvent1: Person departed vessel
AccidentEvent2: Collision with fixed object
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 was traveling northbound on the Intracoastal Waterway approaching the Blue Heron Blvd Bridge. The occupant onboard Vessel #1 did not fall, but jumped out of the boat. The operator of vessel #1 then also jumped overboard to assist or rescue his wife. Vessel #1 continued northbound in-gear and now unoccupied. Vessel #1 passed under the Blue Heron Blvd. Bridge and was stopped by a tow-boat company on the other side. Vessel #1 made contact with the catwalk and sustained damage on its way through the bridge. Bessel #1 sustained fiberglass damage to the bow and along both sides above the waterline. Damage to Vessel #1 was estimated at $2000. There were no injuries as a result of the boat accident.


BARDID: FL-2013-0518
Date: 2013-08-30 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:30:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: Miami River
NearestCityTown: City of Miami
County: MIAMI-DADE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 was properly docked at the above listed location. Vessel #2 was traveling westbound on the Miami River. Vessel #1's captain stated that he observed vessel #2 causing a large wake while traveling in a manatee idle speed zone. He also stated that when Vessel #2's wake hit his vessel the wake pushed it into the piling on the pier causing damage to the railing and side. Vessel #2 kept traveling westbound on the Miami River, it is unknown if he was aware of the damage caused by his vessel. There were no injuries reported.


BARDID: FL-2013-0519
Date: 2013-09-07 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 05:30:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: Biscayne Bay
NearestCityTown: Miami
County: MIAMI-DADE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #2 was traveling in a northeastern direction through the Dinner Key anchorage south of Brennan's Channel. Vessel #1 was properly anchored in the Dinney Key anchorage south of Brennan's Channel. Vessel #2 struck Vessel #1 on the starboard bow causing damage to the sides and railings of the vessel. Vessel #2 then continued forward and caught the anchor line in the propeller causing it damage and stopping its forward motion.

USCG was dispatched and was first to arrive at the scene. Upon observing the operator of Vessel #2 they suspected that the operator was under the influence of alcohol. USCG then conducted a field socriety test which the operator failed. USCG contacted PF at the Seminole Boat Ramp at Dinney Key who also conducted a field sobriety test a short time later which was also failed. Ofc. then transported the operator to the police station where the breathalizer was utilized to determind the oeprator's BAC. I was then contacted and responded to complete the accident report. (See attached A-form for BUI info)

*Note - the POB of Vessel #1 stated that he observed the operator of Vessel #2 "passed out on the steering wheel." The operator of Vessel #2 stated that he had broken down and began to drink alcohol.


BARDID: FL-2013-0520
Date: 2013-09-08 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:30:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: Atlantic Ocean
NearestCityTown: Ft. Lauderdale
County: BROWARD
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel 1 was traveling south in Atlantic Ocean. Capt. was talking with customer, not paying attention, and struck Vessel 2 outrigger causing Vessel 2 to spin and then Vessel 1 struck Vessel 2 starboard stern causing T-top to twist and fiberglass damage. Operator of Vessel 2 jumped into water when collision occured. Capt. of Vessel 1 stated he was not paying attention and caused the accident. Vessel 2 was drift fishing at time of accident.


BARDID: FL-2013-0521
Date: 2013-08-31 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:30:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: FLYING EAGLE WMA PRAIRE
NearestCityTown: INVERNESS
County: CITRUS
WaterConditions: Calm
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Congested waters
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
RedactedNarrative:
V1 was traveling South West in the Shotgun Shell air boat trail. V1 entered an "S" curve that had approximately ten to twelve foot Myrtle Tree's blocking the view of oncoming traffic.  V1 was on a slow plane as he was traveling through the "S" curve.  V1 was approximately halfway through the "S" curve when he saw V2 coming into the south turn of the "S" curve. V1 turned his vessel hard right towards the Myrtle Tree's to avoid hitting V2.  V2 was traveling North East in the Shotgun Shell air boat trail and entered the south turn of the "S" curve.  When V1 came into sight of V2, V2 turned left and into V1.  V2 struck V1  midship on the port side.  V2 ramped up the port side of V1 striking the operators seat and knocking the operator of V1 out of his seat.  The operator of V1 landed on the front deck of his vessel.  The force of the impact caused the operator of V2 to be thrown from his seat and into the bottom of his vessel.  Both vessels came to rest side by side facing the same direction.  Neither operator was seriously injured and both were able to operate their respective vessels.  The operator of V1 operated his vessel back to the Duval Island boat ramp and drove himself to the hospital.  V2 operated his vessel back to the Outfall Canal boat ramp and went home.; 

Operator1:The operator had a ten inch diameter contusion on his left hip.  Also had a three inch superficial cut to his left arm and his left knee.  He was complaining of back pain and x-rays were performed on his hip and lower back area, with no broken bones detected.  He was released and told to follow up with his personal physician.;:Operator2 was complaining of his left shoulder, but refused to seek medical attention.


BARDID: FL-2013-0522
Date: 2013-08-12 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:15:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: GULF OF MEXICO
NearestCityTown: MARATHON
County: MONROE
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Monday
AccidentCause1: Other
OtherAccidentCause: operator behavior
AccidentEvent1: Person departed vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On 081213 at approximately 1410 hours V1 was underway east of Johnson Key approximately 6 miles north of West Summerland Key, Monroe County, Florida.  The operator had put three divers in the water to catch lobster. Diver1 swims back to the V1 and gets on board.  On board V1 were operator,Diver1,and three juveniles.  The V1 operator puts two in the water on lines towing behind the V1.  Subject1 returns to the V1 while Subject2 stays on his tow line. 
 Subject2 loses his grip on the line and is having difficulty swimming against the current back to V1.
Subject2 asks for help getting back to the V1.  The V1 operator jumps into the water to assist Subject2. Operator swims to Subject2 but is struggling on the return and calls out to be picked up with the boat.  Diver1 attempted to operate V1 but the propeller has fouled with the tow line. Diver1 called 911 as V1 drifted south towards the mangroves. Two people onboard lose sight of Operator as he released his hold on Subject2 and sinks below the surface of the water.  Searching the area Operator's body was located on 081413 at approximately 1029 hours and turned over to Monroe County Medical Examiner for autopsy.  cause of death as Saltwater Drowning.;


BARDID: FL-2013-0523
Date: 2013-08-28 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:30:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: PONCE INLET
NearestCityTown: PONCE INLET
County: VOLUSIA
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Wednesday
AccidentCause1: Force of wave/wake
AccidentEvent1: Fall in vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel V-1 was anchored just east of the eastern tip of the north jetty. The operator who was fishing alone in the vessel was bending over when a wave/wake rocked his vessel causing him to fall and strike the left side of his head on the port gunnel tearing part of his left ear. When  operator looked up he said he saw the Daytona Parasailing boat passing by.  operator called 911.and was taken to the hospital by EVAC ambulance. operator received 7 stitches to attach the torn part of his ear. His vessel was towed by Sea Tow to Lighthouse Marina..
I talked to Daytona Parasail and they denied any knowledge of the incident and could not tell me the operator of their vessel that day.
There were no witnesses to the accident.

operator has claimed he will initiate litigation with the parasail company and they have been advised by their legal representation to not provide any information as to the claims of the injured party.;:Operator fell in the boat striking his left ear on  the gunwale of the boat. the operator was taken to the hospital by EVAC ambulance. The operator had seven stitches on his ear and was released


BARDID: FL-2013-0524
Date: 2013-09-01 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 21:45:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: STATE OF FLORIDA / BIG PINE CH
NearestCityTown: BIG PINE KEY
County: MONROE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Fair
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Inadequate onboard navigation lights
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
A 17' Aquasport vessel  collided with a 13' Dixie vessel.  It was during night time and both parties reported that the other vessel was not displaying proper navigational lights.  The collision damaged both vessels and injuries were reported multiple days after the accident by the operator and occupant of vessel 2.  Both parties failed to notify law enforcement of the collision.


BARDID: FL-2013-0525
Date: 2013-09-01 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:30:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: DOCTORS LAKE
County: CLAY
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Other
OtherAccidentCause: passenger/skier behavior
AccidentEvent1: Skier mishap
RedactedNarrative:
On September 01, 2013, subject was utilizing a wake board, when he fell off. The wake board deflected off a wave and stuck him in the head, causing injury beyond first aid.

On September 01, 2013 at approximately 5:30 pm victim was being towed on a knee board in Doctor's Lake while wearing a Type III US Coast Guard approved PFD. The vessel was heading East from Swimming Penn Creek. Two people were occupants on the vessel and witnessed the incident occur. Subject1 was able to give a statement. She stated that Victim fell off of the wake board; once the board hit the water, it crashed against a wave and hit Victim in the head. Victim was then brought into the vessel and the occupants noticed he seemed dizzy. Occupant called 911 and the vessel tied up to Doctor's Lake Marina to meet Clay County Fire Rescue. When I arrived on scene Fire Rescue had already began treating Victim, but stated that he had no external injuries and was coherent. I conducted a Boater's Safety Check on the vessel and found the vessel to be in compliance with all US Coast Guard Regulations. Victim was transported to Orange Park Hospital.;


BARDID: FL-2013-0526
Date: 2013-09-22 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:41:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: GULF OF MEXICO
NearestCityTown: FORT MYERS BEACH
County: LEE
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Hazardous waters
AccidentCause2: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Engine
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Falls overboard
AccidentEvent3: Person struck by propeller
RedactedNarrative:
V1 lost engine power and began to take on water over the transom in the choppy seas at fort myers beach.  The vessel becamed swamped and v2 responded to the calls for assistance from the operator of v1.

The operator and occupant of v2 fell overboard while trying to assist v2.  While in the water, the operator of v2 went underneath v1 and received lacerations to her left thigh and chin.

The operator of v2 was transported by lee county ems to health park hospital and received treatment for her lacerations by ems personnell.  The injured operator was not admitted and was released upon her arrival to the hospital. operator of v2 received an approximately 4 inch shallow laceration to her left thigh and an approximately 1/2 inch shallow laceration to her chin.  The injuries were possibly received by the propeller of the vessel while in a neutral position.  The injuries were treated by ems and the patient was not admitted to the hospital.


BARDID: FL-2013-0527
Date: 2013-08-25 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:30:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: WILDCAT LAKE
NearestCityTown: ASTOR
County: LAKE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentEvent1: Skier mishap
RedactedNarrative:
On 8-25-2013 at approximately 1630 hours a single vessel boating accident occurred on Wildcat Lake in Astor, Lake County, Florida. The vessel(V1) is a 17 foot fiberglass open motor boat, powered by a single 150 horsepower engine and being operated by an adult male.  At the time of the accident, (V1) was pulling a tube which was occupied by the two female victims.  The operator of(V1) was traveling in a clockwise direction around the lake when he encroached too close to a permanent wooden dock causing the tube to strike the structure, ejecting the two female occupants.  The juvenile occupant did not sustain any injuries.  The second female was flown to Ocala Regional Medical Center via helicopter.  She sustained head injuries (concussion)  minor cuts, abrasions, and contusions.

  See attached Detailed Narrative.; tuber1 was flown to Ocala Regional Medical Center via helicopter.  She was admitted into the Trauma ICU unit for testing.  During Officer visit, he learned the following:  - tuber1 suffered a concussion, had bruising to the arm and shoulder area, had a cut ear, and had bruising on the hand - All injuries were on the left side of the body.


BARDID: FL-2013-0528
Date: 2013-09-16 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:30:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: GRAND LAGOON
NearestCityTown: PANAMA CITY
County: BAY
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Monday
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Fuel
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (non-fuel)
RedactedNarrative:
V-1 moored in slip 15 at Bay Point Marina, no one on board. V-2 moored in slip 14 to the east of V-1, no one on board. V-1 caught fire, totally engulfed. Heat from V-1 damaged sails on V-2. Two pilings on V-1 port side received damages from fire. No charges filed. State Fire Marshall investigating cause of fire.

On 9/28/13 at approximately 0845 hours, this officer spoke with V-2 owner. A marine surveyor should be at V-2 within the week to assess damages to V-2. 

On 9/28/13 at approximately 0900 hours, I spoke with State Fire Marshall and he told me that the fire started due to an electrical malfunction in the living area of the boat.


BARDID: FL-2013-0529
Date: 2013-09-14 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:45:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: TOM'S BAYOU
NearestCityTown: VALPARAISO
County: OKALOOSA
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause2: Navigation rules violation
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel 1 was traveling at a high rate of speed underneath a bridge and not in the designated boat channel.  Vessel 1 turned sharply into a bridge piling the avoid striking another vessel traveling parallel to the bridge.  Vessel 1 struck the bridge piling ejecting both passengers.

Upon our arrival at the Tom's Bayou Bridge, Okaloosa County EMS was already treating and in the process of transporting one of the injured subjects (Occupant, not driver).  The Operator was uninjured and Officer and I was able to conduct a short interview with her of the incident.  Operator advised that she and her sister Victim was traveling under the Bridge and observed a vessel parallelling the bridge just before they were going to exit the other side.  Operator advised that she turned sharply to the left to avoid the other vessel, thus causing her to strike the bridge piling.  She advised that she and her sister Victim were both ejected from the jet ski after striking the piling.   Operator was released and allowed to go to the hospital to accompany her injured sister.

After releasing Operator, Officer and I inspected the damaged jet ski, FL # FL 0121 NG, and took photographs.  After taking photographs of the damaged jet ski, I then proceeded to the Hospital to continue with my investigation.  Officer assisted with the investigation at the Twin Cities Hospital by obtaining sworn statements of the accident from Operator and Victim.  

After finishing my final interview with Operator, I then cited her for No boater ID card (operation of vessel without complying with boat education law) and issued a boating safety warning for careless operation.;victim:Abrasions and Contusions to left flank area.


BARDID: FL-2013-0531
Date: 2013-09-21 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:48:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: ICW
NearestCityTown: JACKSONVILLE
County: DUVAL
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Hazardous waters
AccidentEvent1: Fall in vessel
RedactedNarrative:
V1 was traveling under the Atlantic Blvd. Bridge in the ICW in Jacksonville with five (5) persons onboard; three (3) adults and two (2) juveniles.   The wave action under the bridge caused the vessel to pitch, causing the injured juvenile, to loose her balance.  Her head struck the gunwale causing a laceration over her left eye.
She received stitches to close the laceration


BARDID: FL-2013-0532
Date: 2013-09-15 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 10:00:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: DANIA CUTOFF CANAL
NearestCityTown: DANIA BEACH
County: BROWARD
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Poor
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Restricted vision
AccidentCause2: Weather
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
RedactedNarrative:
V1 was traveling westbound down the Dania Cut-Off Canal.  V2 was moored in its slip perpendicular to the canal with the bow facing outward. V1 was traveling at slow speed. V1 struck V2's bow anchor and a small portion of V2's front bow V-Hull.  
On 9/15/13 at approximately 1045 hrs I, Officer of the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission was dispatched to a vessel accident on the Dania Cut-Off Canal.  Upon arrival, both vessels were located at Royal Palm Marina on the Dania Cut Off Canal.  

Upon meeting and questioning operator1 to what had happened, Operator1 admitted to operating the vessel at the time of the accident. Operator1 was with two other occupants.  Operator1 stated the severe thunderstorms, heavy rain and wind made it extremely difficult to operate the vessel and made for poor visibility. Operator1 and the occupants all stated the glass windshield covering the front of the vessel had become extremely foggy which added to their difficulty seeing.  He stated he was operating the vessel heading westbound down the Dania Cut-Off Canal at a slow speed when he hit the anchor of the moored vessel "Captain Jack". The vessel "Captain Jack" was moored in a slip perpendicular to the canal. Occupant1 was in the stern of the vessel putting up the rear canopy and occupant2 was in a passenger seat next to Operator1 at the time of impact. Upon impact, Operator1 stated he panicked and did not know what to do and the owner of the vessel, occupant1, came forward to put the vessel in reverse.  A witness to the accident, stated that he was sitting at a picnic table that was adjacent to the moored vessel when he heard a loud bang and saw a vessel in contact with the moored vessel "Captain Jack".  The vessel that Operator1 was operating had damage to its bow rails and a port side broken windshield.  The vessel "Captain Jack" had scratches to its paint in the V section of the hull near the bow close to the anchor overlay. No one was injured. All occupants and witnesses statements match the description to what occurred. 

Operator1 was issued a warning for being in violation of coast guard navigation rule 5- improper lookout. 
Authorizing Florida Statute 327.33(3)(b)


BARDID: FL-2013-0533
Date: 2013-09-02 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:30:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: HOMOSASSA RIVER
NearestCityTown: HOMOSASSA
County: CITRUS
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Monday
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: People on gunwale, bow, or transom
AccidentCause3: Navigation rules violation
AccidentEvent1: Collision with submerged object
AccidentEvent2: Falls overboard
AccidentEvent3: Person struck by propeller
RedactedNarrative:
:  On 09/02/2013 I, FWC Officer was on patrol in the Homosassa River when I was approached by a concerned citizen stating a vessel was possibly in distress.
: I traveled up river to the Riverside Crab House boat ramp where I observed  two people in vessel (FL 2102 EU). Victim was laying face down in the vessel stating she was injured. Operator was standing in the front of the vessel assisting Victim.
: I immediately called dispatch for EMS.
: Approximately ten minutes later EMS arrived. Due to her injury's Victim was airlifted to Bayonet point hospital in Pasco County.

: On 09/02/13 FWC Officer traveled to Bayonet point in Pasco County to receive a witness statement from Victim.
Based on my investigation:
: On 09/02/13 At approximately 1630hrs operator Operator and occupant were traveling East in the Homosassa river on vessel (FL 2102 EU). 
: The vessel was on the north side of the river approaching marker 47 when it struck a rock.
: Occupant was standing in the front of the boat when she fell overboard off the port side into the river.
: The vessel traveled over her. The propeller of the vessel struck her in the upper back and in the back of head. 
: Operator shut the engine off, and jumped into the river to assist Victim. Operator was able to get her back into the vessel and take her to the Riverside Crab House boat ramp in the Homosassa River.
: I arrived a few minutes later. I contacted EMS and Victim was airlifted to Bayonet Point hospital in Pasco county.
: Victim received multiple injury's. She received thirteen stitches to the back of her head from a  laceration and skull fracture. She also had multiple cuts to her upper back. 
: I issued the operator a written warning for speeding outside of a marked channel which is a manatee slow speed zone.;


BARDID: FL-2013-0534
Date: 2013-04-16 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:39:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: ATLANTIC OCEAN
NearestCityTown: ATLANTIC BEACH
County: DUVAL
WaterConditions: Rough
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Tuesday
AccidentCause1: Weather
AccidentCause2: Hazardous waters
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Prior to Accident: Surviving occupant stated that he and the operator of the vessel launched out of Sisters Creek boat ramp that morning. They decided to go fishing just off shore of Talbot Island. Occupant stated that they anchored 300 yards from the shore in approximately 13-14 feet of water. Both subjects were fishing for whiting.

Cause of Accident: The occupant stated that the weather was calm in the morning but quickly started to get rough in the afternoon. He stated that one large wave filled the vessel with water and another capsized the vessel. He stated that as the vessel capsized, his chest struck the console and was ejected into the water. The occupant was able to retrieve a type 2 PFD and place it under his legs and swim to shore. He stated that he lost sight of the operator and ran to a close by fisherman on the shore to ask for help. 

Dispatch: The call was dispatched at 1329 hours by Officer Jacksonville Sheriff's Office. 

Notification: Lt. obtained the emergency contact information and provided the next of kin death notification. This was completed the same day of the accident at 1722 hours. subject stated that she was the operators ex wife but they still lived at the same residence.

Deceased victim died of drowning. :Occupant was taken to the hospital and released with bruised ribs. No broken bones were found. When I spoke with the subject, he stated that he has been in pain and went to 2 different doctors to verify that there were no broken bones or other injuries.


BARDID: FL-2013-0535
Date: 2013-05-25 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:50:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: PINE ISLAND SOUTH
NearestCityTown: CAPTIVA
County: LEE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
RedactedNarrative:
V1 WAS LEAVING DOCK AND DUE TO LACK OF OPERATOR EXPERIENCE STEERED V1 INTO V2 WHICH WAS TIED TO DOCK. V1 DID DAMAGE TO PORT SIDE OF V2. V1 HAD MINOR DAMAGE TO BOW. V2 HAD A SECTION OF FIBERGLASS PULLED FROM THE CAP AND DAMAGE TO THE HULL 3 FEET ABOVE THE WATER LINE. V1 AND V2 WERE ABLE TO OPERATE AND LEAVE UNDER OWN POWER.


BARDID: FL-2013-0536
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2013-04-24 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 07:34:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: CANAL
NearestCityTown: FT. LAUDERDALE
County: BROWARD
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Wednesday
AccidentCause1: Ignition of Spilled Fuel or Vapor
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
EquipmentFailure: Auxiliary
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (fuel)
RedactedNarrative:
VESSEL #1 OCCUPANT SMELLED AN ODOR OF FUEL IN THE BILGE.  OPERATOR TURNED ON THE BILGE INSTEAD OF THE BLOWER AND A FIRE/EXPLOSION OCCURRED.  OPERATOR WAS ABLE TO GET OFF THE BOAT WITH THE OTHER OCCUPANTS.  OPERATOR SUSTAINED BURNS ON 30% OF HIS BODY AND IS AT JACKSON BURN UNIT.  NO ONE ELSE WAS INJURED.  VESSEL 1 BECAME FULLY ENGULFED IN FLAMES AND SPREAD TO VESSEL 2 AND THEN VESSEL 3.  FIRE DEPT, WAS ABLE TO PUT OUT THE FIRE.  VESSEL 1 AND 2 ARE A TOTAL LOSS.  VESSEL 1 WAS REMOVED FROM THE WATER AND DISPOSED OF BY TOWBOAT US.  VESSEL 2 OWNER STATED HE HAS NO INS. OR MONEY TO REMOVE HIS BESSEL.  IT HAS BEEN PLACED IN FWC AT RISK VESSEL DATABASE.  VESSEL 3 HAD PORT SIDE DAMAGE AND DOEES NOT APPEAR TO BE AN AT RISK BOAT.    VESSEL 4 WAS A TENDER FOR VESSEL 1 AND VESSEL 4 SUNK DURING THE FIRE.  APT COMPLEX HAS TWO PILINGS DAMAGED DURING FIRE.;


BARDID: FL-2013-0537
Date: 2013-06-01 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:30:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: DESTIN HARBOR
NearestCityTown: DESTIN
County: OKALOOSA
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Complainant notified FWC Dispatch to report a boating accident that occurred on or about June 1, 2013 in the Destin Harbor.  Upon arrival V-2 was moored up to and sitting atop a floating dock.  Complainant advised that both pontoon hulls to his 2008 Craigcat had been struck by an unknown vessel while it was atop the floating dock.  I observed damage to rear of the two pontoons of V-2.  V-1 is unknown at this time but believed to be a Pontoon Boat based on the impact evidence and anonymous & unverified witness statements to the owner.  A detailed narrative will follow this brief description of the incident.


BARDID: FL-2013-0538
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2013-03-30 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:30:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: SANTA ROSA SOUND
NearestCityTown: GULF BREEZE
County: SANTA ROSA
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Force of wave/wake
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
AccidentEvent3: Sinking
RedactedNarrative:
On Saturday, 03/30/13, at approximately 14:25 hrs., Boating Accident #FWNW13OFF2570 occurred in the Santa Rosa Sound near channel marker 142, Santa Rosa County, Florida.  V-1, a 2007 39'8” Velocity 390 model, was traveling east in the Santa Rosa Sound at approximately 85.8 mph when it reportedly struck and ramped a wake caused by the charter boat Entertainer and became airborne, V1 then stuffed into a second wake.  “stuffed” is defined as “The phenomenon in which the boat flies airborne off a wave and plunges its bow into the next wave.  The bow is slowed by the force of the impact, yet the rest of the boat is still moving at high speed, (“Composites World”, and breaks apart upon reentry into the water suffering catastrophic hull failure.)  All five occupants were ejected and recovered by nearby boaters/witnesses.  The operator sustained fatal injuries.  Three of the four passengers sustained serious injuries.  The fourth passenger was later released from the hospital.
; occupant1 sustained a facial fracture, broken jaw, broken left leg, and sternal fracture.  Victim sustained a laceration on his right lower leg.; occupant3:I made contact with subject at Baptist Hospital on 3-30-13.  Occupant3 advised her injuries were a broken right hip, broken left clavical bone, two cuts above her left eye, a cut on her left eyelid, and a cut on her right hand between her index and thumb.  Occupant2Cut on left top of head.  Fractured left pelvis, lower spine dislocated, and a right femur fracture, and scratches on back.; occupant2:Bruising to the left side of neck and head.  Bruising to the left thigh.  Scratches to the left forearm and a gash to right shin.; operator:Per the Medical Examiners Office the cause of death was determined to be by drowning and manner listed as accident.  Per Medical Examiner doucmentation opreator sustained blunt force impact to the head, torso also noted is contusions and abrasions to the extremities.
Second vessel record isn't added because the operator was at fault for speed over the wake.


BARDID: FL-2013-0539
Date: 2013-09-29 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:20:00
State: FL
NameOfBodyOfWater: ATLANTIC OCEAN
NearestCityTown: ISLAMORADA
County: MONROE
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Restricted vision
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel FL7076CT struck vessel FL6443HV while in whale harbor channel. 
Operator2 who was on the above vessel said that he and his passenger were leaving the sand bar to head back to tavernier creek when the other vessel struck them on the rear port side. I photographed the damage I could see on Operator2s vessel. The polling platform was broken where it connects to the boat and was leaning to the starboard side. There was a very small section of rub rail on the stern of the boat that was pushed out and a line of blue bottom paint that ran along the top side of the port side gunwale. 
I then asked the individuals on board the striking vessel who was driving. Operator1 said that it was his vessel (FL 7076 CT) and he was driving. I asked him what happened and he stated that he and his friends were leaving the sandbar and had just pulled their anchor. He said that there were several people standing in the bow area of his boat and he could not see. He then said he tried to throttle up and that is when he hit the back of Operator2s vessel. There were a total of 9 people on board vessel. I photographed the damage to operator1 vessel which was only a scratch in the gel coat on the starboard side. 
I estimated the damage to be around $3000. The operators both exchanged information and operator1 insisted that he would get Operator2s boat fixed. I obtained sworn written statements from operator1 and the only one that saw it as it happened. Photos were taken and operator1 was issued a citation for careless operation. No further action.


