# ReleasableAccidents

BARDID: WA-2012-0064
Date: 2012-08-01 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:54:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: White Salmon River
NearestCityTown: BZ Corners
County: Klickitat
WaterConditions: Unknown
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Unknown
Visibility: Unkn
DayofWeek: Wednesday
AccidentCause1: Hazardous waters
AccidentEvent1: Collision with submerged object
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On 08/01/2012, at about 7:54 pm, operator/deceased, 27 year-old was rafting in Class 5 rapids on the White Salmon River near BZ Corners, in Klickitat County, WA when the plastic kayak he was rafting in became trapped in a log jam.  It was determined that the victim was pulled under the water and was still trapped in the kayak due to the high water volume.   
 
After several attempts, the victim's body was recovered on 8/2/2012 by a rescue team consisting of Klickitat County SAR, Wind River SAR, and members of Wet Planet.

The victim was wearing a PFD.  Alcohol involvement is unknown.


BARDID: WA-2012-0065
Date: 2012-08-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:41:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Skokomish River
NearestCityTown: Everett
County: Snohomish
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: None
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
AccidentEvent3: Flooding/swamping
RedactedNarrative:
On 8/4/2012, at about 6:41pm a collision in the area of Lowell Park, in the Snohomish River occurred.  The location was later determined to be in the Snohomish River near Rotary Park.  Emergency personnel from Everett PD and FD responded to the location. 

A 1976 19' Spectra Marine open motorboat had collided with a deadhead.  The 3 occupants of the vessel, operator, and passengers had been thrown into the water but were rescued by good Samaritans.  The rescued occupants were transported to the Rotary boat launch where they were contacted by Everett Fire and arriving Everett PD personnel. 

The boat was partially submerged with its bow striking straight up.  The occupants of the boat sustained minor abrasions and bruising.  None of the involved parties were transported to a medical facility for additional medical treatment. 

No obvious signs of the operator being intoxicated or alcoholic beverage containers in the vessel.  One passenger only was wearing a PFD.  The vessel sustained approximately $2000 in damages.  The operator admitted that he was probably traveling too fast and not paying attention.  The cause of the accident appeared to by Negligent Vessel Operation.


BARDID: WA-2012-0066
Date: 2012-08-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:15:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Mayfield Lake
NearestCityTown: Mossyrock
County: Lewis
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On 8/4/2012, at about 3:15pm, Vessel #1, a 2007, 19'2" cabin motor boat was static in the water approximately 20 yards from the North shore of Mayfield Lake in Lewis County Washington preparing to ski.  Vessel #2, a 1968, 15' open motorboat approached vessel #1 asking questions about their current location.   

Operator of vessel #1 (Operator1) stated several seconds later vessel #2 was traveling directly towards them increasing their speed.  Operator of vessel #1 (Operator1) stated vessel #2 continued directly at them never slowing down subsequently striking the front port side.  After the incident the operator of vessel #2 (Operator2) became argumentative towards vessel #1. 

Upon arrival of Lewis County Sheriff's office personnel, the operator of vessel #2 (Operator2) stated that the throttle and steering failed to work.  Both vessels were requested to move from their current location to the nearest dock 50 yards away.  During this time law enforcement did not observe vessel #2 have any difficulty maneuvering to the dock.   

Through investigation operator of vessel #2 (Operator2) was arrested for BUI and Reckless Boating. 
Vessel #2 showed no signs of having trouble navigating or operating under its own power.  Only minor damage reported. None of the occupants were wearing PFDs.
Vessel #1 sustained significant damage to the bow area on the port side - estimated at $5000.  All of the occupants were wearing PFDs.
No injuries were reported from either vessel.


BARDID: WA-2012-0068
Date: 2012-08-09 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:30:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Sawyer
NearestCityTown: Black Diamond
County: King
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: None
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Thursday
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentEvent1: Skier mishap
AccidentEvent2: Person Struck by Vessel
AccidentEvent3: Person struck by propeller
RedactedNarrative:
On 8/9/2012, at about 2:10pm, vessel #2, a 1998, 20' had been traveling counter clockwise at the south west end of Lake Sawyer.  He was towing 2 tubes with the victim riding on one and another person on the other. He explained he was following another boat, vessel #1, a 2000, 18' open motorboat at an estimated distance of about 75 yards.  All of the persons aboard both boats were part of a gathering.   

Operator2 stated he followed vessel #1 as it executed a full circle and started a second circle in the same area.  Operator2 said his boat continued counter clockwise coperator1ing his wake causing the victim to fall off the tube.  He said one of his passengers raised a ski flag to indicate the downed rider as soon as she fell off the tube. He explained vessel #1 continued counter clockwise circular path to the outside of his boat.  Operator2 stated as he slowed to recover the victim, he saw vessel #1 headed towards his position.  Vessel #1 continued on its path hitting the victim then turning toward the north.  Operator2 heard the victim calling for help and with assistance of the other passengers she was pulled aboard then taken to dock #61.   

Vessel #1 operator, confirmed Operator2's statements in reference to the path his boat had taken.  According to Operator1, he was towing a tube with 3 boys on it.  After making the first circle he continued into the second circle in a northerly direction.  As he continued, vessel #2 was traveling in a direction heading towards his direction of travel.  Operator1 said he saw vessel #2 start to slow and believed it was slowing to allow him to continue on his heading.  Vessel #1 continued northbound passing vessel #2.  Shortly after passing vessel #2, Operator1 heard yelling discovering the victim had been struck.  Operator1 stated he did not see a flag being displayed on vessel #2. 

Operator2, Operator1, and their passengers were interviewed by law enforcement.  No one indicated that they observed any unsafe or reckless operation by either operator.  Operator2 told law enforcement he believed Operator1 did not see the flag or the victim. 

The victim was transported, with non life threatening injuries to her ankle, to Valley Medical Center for further treatment.  She later told law enforcement that when she was thrown from the tube she started to swim towards vessel #2.  She saw vessel #1 heading towards her and knew the boat was going to hit her so she tried to dive down.  Due to the fact she was wearing a PFD she was not able to dive far enough and was struck by the boat.  Vessel #1 went directly over her first striking her with the bow.  The boat continued over her eventually becoming injured by the propeller.  She believed vessel #1 was starting to slow just prior to hitting her.  She stated she did not feel Operator1 had been operating the boat in a reckless or negligent manner prior to her being hit. 

There were no indicators or evidence of drugs or alcohol involved in this incident.  All parties from both boats were wearing PFDs.  There were no vessel damages reported.


BARDID: WA-2012-0069
Date: 2012-08-10 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 22:00:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Puget Sound
NearestCityTown: Gig Harbor
County: Pierce
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Fair
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
AccidentCause3: Inadequate onboard navigation lights
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On 5/10/2012, at about 10:00 pm, vessel #2, a 2004, 20' Glastron open motorboat was fishing/drifting in Puget Sound near Wollochet Bay close to Pt Fosdick.  This is near the city of Gig Harbor, WA.  Operator2 reported that he had all of his lights on.  The vessel was near the Fox Island bridge in the passage when it was hit from behind, on the starboard side, by vessel #1, a 2001, 21' North River aluminum open motorboat powered by a 300 HP jet drive.  

Operator2 reported that vessel #1 was driving fast, on plane when the collision happened.  
 
 (operator, vessel #1) claimed he did not see the other boat.  He reported that he was returning home from dinner in his boat (vessel #1), when he struck another boat in the stern.  He said that the other vessel was not under power and was just floating without a white anchor light on. 

Damages to vessel #1 were estimated at $2000.00.  Damages to vessel #2 were estimated at $4000.00.  The operator of vessel #1 was not wearing a PFD.  The operator of vessel #2, was wearing a PFD.  There were no injuries and no apparent alcohol use involved in this incident. 
 
The Gig Harbor Police Department did not investigate the incident and no citations were issued.


BARDID: WA-2012-0070
Date: 2012-08-10 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:03:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Washington
NearestCityTown: Seattle
County: King
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentCause2: Operator inexperience
AccidentEvent1: Skier mishap
RedactedNarrative:
On 8/10/2012, at about 6:03 pm, the victim was wake boarding behind vessel #1, a 2006, 22' Chris Craft open motorboat. The report indicates that Victim attempted to jump the wake and turn a flip while in the air. Victim landed face first in the water. The tow line went taut for a brief second causing the boat to slow down. The line then went slack as if it had broken free. Vessel #1 turned around to retrieve Victim but when they reached him, he was floating face down in the water unconscious.  The victim was pulled into the boat and transported. victim never regained consciousness. Mercer Island Fire responded to the listed location but they were unable to revive the victim. Seattle PD also responded and took over the investigation. 

Evidence of alcohol was found on board vessel #1.  The operator was arrested for BUI.  Impairment of the victim is unknown. 

The operator was not wearing a PFD.  The victim was wearing a PFD.  No other injuries reported.  There was no damage to the boat.


BARDID: WA-2012-0071
Date: 2012-08-11 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:55:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Snohomish River
NearestCityTown: Everett
County: Snohomish
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentEvent1: Collision with floating object
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
AccidentEvent3: Person struck by propeller
RedactedNarrative:
On 8/11/2012, at about 6:55pm, vessel #1, a 1982, 17' Boston Whaler open motorboat driven by Operator was traveling approximately 20-30 mph.  Operator drove over a submerged log in the 800 block of the Snohomish River.  The victim was sitting on the bow of the boat.  After the outboard engine struck the log Occupant was ejected from the boat on the starboard side.  It took Operator approximately 20-30 yards to turn around and pick up Occupant.  Operator thought Occupant may have struck the boat but was not sure. 

Occupant was struck by the boat and propeller.  He received a large cut to the leg, possible fractured skull, and other internal injuries.  He was transported to Providence Hospital Colby Campus. Occupant required surgery and had two separate life threatening injuries - a ruptured stomach and a skull fracture.  Hospital staff were concerned about swelling of the brain.  Occupant's leg injury was not considered life threatening. 

Operator agreed to perform some voluntary field sobriety tests - Horizontal Gaze Nystagmus (HGN), One Leg Stance, and Walk & Turn.  Once Operator had completed these tests it was determined by law enforcement that he was intoxicated.  Operator refused a breathalyzer.  He was arrested for Operation of a Vessel Under the Influence of Intoxicating Liquor and/or Drugs and Assault by Watercraft. 

There were 6 people on board of the vessel.  No PFDs were worn.  No other injuries were reported.  Engine damage estimated at $1,000.00.

Alcohol use by the victim is unknown.


BARDID: WA-2012-0072
Date: 2012-08-14 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:00:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Pacific Ocean
NearestCityTown: Neah Bay
County: Clallam
WaterConditions: Rough
StrongCurrent: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Tuesday
AccidentCause1: Force of wave/wake
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Sinking
RedactedNarrative:
On 8/14/2012, at about 3:00 pm, vessel #1, a 2004, 20' Wooldridge Sport open motorboat driven by Operator, was running east to Neah Bay after fishing out on "Blue Dot". 
 
Operator was about 12 miles offshore when he struck a wave and took green water over the bow. Operator stopped so he would not take any more water over the bow. A second wave came over the stern and swamped the boat. Operator stated the boat filled up with water and sunk in less that a minute. Both Operator and his son were wearing their PFDs when the incident occurred. 

The Operators were in the water when they were picked up by a friend who was running with them, and transported the Operators to shore. 

Damages to vessel #1 were estimated at $50,000.00.  Property damages were estimated at $10,000.00.

 
There were no injuries reported.  There was no apparent alcohol involvement.


BARDID: WA-2012-0073
Date: 2012-08-15 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:10:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Swift Creek Reservoir
NearestCityTown: Cougar
County: Skamania
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: None
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Wednesday
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
AccidentCause3: Sharp turn
AccidentEvent1: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On 8/15/2012, at about 3:10pm, two brothers were fishing on Swift Reservoir.  They were ejected from their boat, a 1964, 14' Monarch flat bottom motorboat, while underway.  Life vests were not being worn and they were both drinking beer.  Their boat circled them while other boats came to help.   

Operator stated that he and Victim had been fishing using the electric trolling motor and had caught a couple of fish and were going to make a second pass.  He said Victim was seated in the middle of the boat and he was operating the 35HP outboard at full throttle when Victim yelled at him to bring the stringer of fish in the boat as they were still hanging out of the boat in the water.  Operator said he reached for the stringer and the next thing he knew, they were both in the water. 

North County EMS had commandeered a boat at the boat ramp who took them to the subjects on the lake.  Both subjects were taken back to the boat ramp.  CPR had been in progress on Victim from the time he was taken from the water and continued in the ambulance.  Both subjects were transported to Southwest Washington Medical Center (SWWMC) in Vancouver. 

Victim was pronounced deceased upon arrival to SWWMC.  A search warrant had been ordered by Skamania County Sheriff's personnel to obtain a blood draw from Operator.  Operator was released from SWWMC.  No charges have been filed against Operator at this time - pending outcome of blood draw. 

There were PFD throwable seats and life vests in the boat.   
There were 15 empty beer cans located in the boat.
No vessel damage was reported.


BARDID: WA-2012-0074
Date: 2012-08-16 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:59:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Yakima River
NearestCityTown: Ellensburg
County: Kittitas
WaterConditions: Unknown
StrongCurrent: -1
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Thursday
AccidentCause1: Hazardous waters
AccidentCause2: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause3: Operator inattention
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
RedactedNarrative:
On 8/16/2012, at about 1:59pm, deceased, and his grandson were floating the Yakima river in a 6'4" inflatable rubber raft.  The raft was put in at Ringer.  Operator was seated on top of a cooler in the center of the raft.  Grandson accompanied the raft in an inner tube alongside.  Shortly after they started out, Operator reportedly fell out of the raft and into the river.  According to family members, Operator was not a strong swimmer.  Both Operator and Grandson were wearing PFDs, but because of his size (obese) Operator was unable to buckle his PFD closed. 

The river's current drew Operator into overhanging brush on the east bank where he struggled and called out for help.  Grandson jumped out of his inner tube and tried to help Operator.  Grandson eventually was able to pull Operator toward the shore in a shallow cove of the east bank of the river about 400 yards southeast of the boat launch.  There was white foam at his mouth.   

Witnesses had been floating the river and heard Grandson's cries for help.  They went to the bank and subject, who had CPR training, helped Grandson pull Operator at least partly onto shore and began CPR.  Subject2 called 911 and gave directions to their location.  A rescue boat returned good samaritan, Grandson, and Operator (deceased) to Ringer Loop.   

Sergeant delivered Grandson to the custody of CPS while his family was contacted to come pick him up. 

No evidence of alcohol was present.  There were no other injuries or vessel damages reported.


BARDID: WA-2012-0075
Date: 2012-08-17 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:15:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Columbia River
NearestCityTown: Vancouver
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: None
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: People on Gunwale, Bow, or Transom
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by propeller
RedactedNarrative:
On 8/17/2012, at approximately 4:15 pm a 24' open motorboat was on the Columbia River in the Wintler Park area.  Operator was boating with his family and some friends.  While they relaxed in the park on the beach, 2 other boys who were acquaintances of Operator's friends, approached them and wanted to go out on the boat to wake surf.  Operator agreed. 

The entire party was on board the vessel at the time of the incident.  According to witnesses, Boy1 was the last to surf.  While he was on the stern deck, the driver, Operator, started to back the boat up to retrieve the wake board when the victim, Boy2, started wrestling Boy1 and instantly they both fell off the deck into the water.  Operator immediately threw the boat into neutral.  When Boy2 was helped back onto the swim deck he was bleeding from his side towards the back.  A passenger grabbed a towel and put pressure on his cuts.  The boat drove straight to the shore where a friend of the victim took him to the hospital.  Boy2 had apparently been hit by the propeller sustaining injuries to his side and foot. 

Witnesses say that both Boy2 and "Boy1" had been drinking alcohol and smoked some marijuana in the park prior to going out on the boat.  Their level of impairment was not known.   

According to the Clark County Sheriff's Office marine deputy, Boy2 was taken to the hospital and treated for his injuries then released.


BARDID: WA-2012-0076
Date: 2012-08-19 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:00:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Puget Sound
NearestCityTown: Gig Harbor
County: Pierce
WaterConditions: Unknown
StrongCurrent: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On 8/19/2012 between noon and 1:00 pm a 13' Sea Doo PWC was headed south on Puget Sound near the town of Gig Harbor.  The vessel was approximately 100' from shore and operating at a speed of about 60 MPH.  Operator thought that his I-phone was falling out of his pocket and as he reached down to retrieve it, he unwittingly turned the helm to the left.  The vessel grounded on shore and Operator was thrown from the vessel off the starboard side landing on the rocks where he was cut, scratched and bruised from striking the rocks and barnacles on shore. 

The incident occurred at low tide and deputies from the Pierce County Sheriff's Office could not locate the exact location of the grounding because that area was covered by 4' of water. 
  
he operator had all necessary safety equipment on the vessel at the time of the incident and was wearing a Type III PFD  The lanyard for the vessel kill switch was attached to the vessel and his vest.  There was no evidence of alcohol and the operator was not taken to the hospital.   Damages to the boat were estimated at $2,000.00.  
 
No citation was issued to the operator for a rules of the road violation or negligent operation.  In Washington state these are classified as infraction violations that require direct visual observation by an officer to issue citation.


BARDID: WA-2012-0077
Date: 2012-08-19 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:12:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Rich Passage
NearestCityTown: Manchester
County: Kitsap
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Unknown
Visibility: Unkn
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Hazardous waters
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/Swamping
RedactedNarrative:
On 8/19/2012 at approximately 2:12 pm a 34' inboard-diesel cabin motorboat was traveling northeast through Rich Passage on the west side of Puget Sound in Kitsap County, near Waterman Pt. with 6 passengers on board.  Information on the passengers was not provided on BAR as required.  The vessel moved to the east shoreline to avoid a Washington State Ferry with the intent to catch the back eddies created by the current during the flood (incoming) tide. The operator indicated that the vessel had travelled this route using this method several times during the previous years.  The vessel struck a large rock just north of Waterman Point that was not on the charts.  It did not appear on the vessel's electronic plotter or the NOAA charts.   

A hole was created on the starboard side in the amidships area.  The vessel was taking on water and the operator had to wait for the flood tide for the vessel to be lifted off the rock but the bilge pump kept up the water flow while waiting.  The vessel was towed to Port Orchard Marina for temporary repairs and damages were estimated to be in excess of $2,000.00.  There were no injuries.


BARDID: WA-2012-0078
Date: 2012-08-19 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:36:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Columbia River
NearestCityTown: Mattawa
County: Grant
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: None
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Other
OtherAccidentCause: Passenger/skier behavior
AccidentEvent1: Person Departed Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On 8/19/2012, at approximately 2:36 pm, the victim was deep free diving from a 19' open motorboat owned and operated by Operator.  Victim was attempting a 57 foot "free dive" in the Priest Rapids pool, a section of the Columbia River. The location in the pool was just northwest of north end of Goose Island.  It was reported that Victim had done this type of activity before and considered himself successful and confident in doing the dives.   The group had been out on the  water in two boats for about 1 1/2 hours prior to the incident.  Victim had had 3 beers in that time and it was reported that he had been drinking heavily the night before.  He dove down a first time to about 30 feet then said he was sure he could reach the bottom.  He had reached a maximum depth of 45 feet on a separate occasion and felt confident he could make this deeper dive.

 
In attempts to locate the victim's body, a 3-day search & rescue effort was conducted.  Several agencies took part in the efforts including the Grant county search & rescue dive unit, Franklin County Sheriff's Office underwater robot, and a side scan sonar from the Seattle Police Department's Harbor Patrol.  Officers from the  Washington Dept. of Fish & Wildlife and a diver from Kittitas County Sheriff's Office also supported the efforts.   

On 8/25/2012, family members discovered the victim's body along the shore near he Desert Aire Resort on the west shoreline of the pool south of a railroad trestle.  The victim was transported by law enforcement to meet the coroner at the Desert Aire boat launch. 

The victim has history of free diving to depths of 35-40' on a regular basis according to statements from family and friends.


BARDID: WA-2012-0079
Date: 2012-08-19 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:19:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Stevens
NearestCityTown: Lake Stevens
County: Snohomish
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
AccidentCause3: Sharp turn
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On 8/19/2012 at approximately 5:10 pm two vessels collided on Lake Stevens. 

Vessel #1 - was a 16'10" open motorboat powered by a 115 HP outboard engine.  
Vessel #2 - was a 19'6" cabin motorboat powered by a 100 HP outboard engine.  
Both individuals were operating their respective vessels on the waters of Lake Stevens.  Operator1 (V-1) was traveling in the required counter-clockwise direction while pulling his son on a tube.  Operator1 did not appear to be aware of other vessels in the area.  Operator2 (V-2) was pulling 2 grandchildren on a tube, but was not traveling in any one specific direction.  Operator2 also did not appear to be aware of other vessels on the water and did not yield the right-of-way as required in a crossing situation when he turned into Operator1.  Both vessels collided. 

The bow of Operator2's vessel (V-2) hit the port side bow of V-1 (operated by Operator1.)  The force of the collision then propelled the stern of both vessels together.  Damage was significant to Operator1's vessel and was likely a total loss.  The damage to Operator2's vessel was substantial and estimated to be approximately $3000. 

One person on each vessel was injured severely enough to be transported to the hospital.  V2 occupant received facial injuries that required treatment beyond first aid, but she was not admitted to the hospital.  V1 occupant received chest/rib contusions which required treatment beyond first aid, but she also was not admitted to the hospital.   

The operator of V-1, Operator1, was cited under Washington Administrative Code 352.60.030  for insufficient Personal Flotation Devices. 
The operator of V-2, Operator2, was cited under WAC 352.60.070 - Failure to Maintain a Proper Lookout. 

There was no evidence or apparent alcohol use noted by the investigating officer


BARDID: WA-2012-0080
Date: 2012-08-23 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:00:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Friday Harbor
NearestCityTown: Friday Harbor
County: San Juan
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Thursday
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Steering
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On 8/23/2012 at approximately 6 p.m. a 37' cabin motorboat (Vessel 1)  was at anchor in Friday Harbor near Browns Point.  A 54'4" auxiliary sailboat (Vessel 2)struck V-1, hitting the anchor roller and bow pulpit.  Pulpit sank into the water.  V-2 sustained only cosmetic damage to the top rail.  V2 indicated autopilot failure and steering failure.
 
Operator1 went to the San Juan County Sheriff's Office and was given a Boating Accident Report to complete. When he returned with the completed BAR, the sheriff's office sent a BAR to the operator of V-2 for completion. No injuries were reported. Alcohol use did not appear to be a factor. 
 
Law enforcement did not go to the scene.


BARDID: WA-2012-0081
Date: 2012-08-25 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:20:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Sequim Bay
NearestCityTown: Sequim
County: Clallam
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: None
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Restricted vision
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On 08/25/2012 at approximately 11:20 am a 24' cabin motorboat (Vessel #1), was motoring at a slow no wake speed inside John Wayne Marina returning to dock his vessel.   

At the same time a 45' auxiliary sailboat (Vessel #2), was leaving his slip and motoring out to leave John Wayne Marina.  V2 could not see V1 when he emerged from between G and H floats to then turn and head out of the marina because of a large vessel moored at the end of G float.   

V-2 struck V-1 on the starboard bow area, knocking everyone on V-1 off of their feet.  a passenger on V-1, fell on top of another passenger, who fractured his left fibula when he fell to the deck. 

There were no other injuries reported and no apparent alcohol involvement.  The Clallam County Sheriff's Office investigated the incident and although there appeared to be a rules of the road violation by both operators, no citations were issued. 

Vessel #1 reported damages estimated at $5,500.00. 
Vessel #2 reported damages estimated at $50.00.


BARDID: WA-2012-0082
Date: 2012-04-01 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:04:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Rock Lake
NearestCityTown: Ewan
County: Whitman
WaterConditions: Rough
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Hazardous waters
AccidentCause2: Weather
AccidentCause3: Operator inexperience
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On April 1, 2012, at approximately 12:04 pm, the 12' kayak capsized on Rock Lake in Whitman County (south of Spokane, Washington.)  The air temperature was about 35 degrees F and there was a moderate wind between 12-25 mph.  The operator had paddled out to the middle of the lake.  The weather conditions were cold and overcast with wind, and began to get worse with higher winds and bigger waves.  The vessel began taking on water due to the waves and then capsized.  The operator was wearing a personal flotation device and was able to get to shore where he was taken to the hospital and treated for hypothermia.
 
This incident was a separate event and the operator was with the same group on Rock Lake as reported in report WA-2012- 0012 where another person died.


BARDID: WA-2012-0083
Date: 2012-04-16 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 04:26:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Puget Sound
NearestCityTown: Anacortes
County: Skagit
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: 0
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Poor
DayofWeek: Monday
AccidentCause1: Improper anchoring
AccidentCause2: Weather
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/Swamping
AccidentEvent3: Sinking
RedactedNarrative:
On 04/16/2012, at about 04:26 am, a 1967 35' cabin motorboat, "SISKIN" was anchored at Fidalgo Bay near Cap Sante Marina entrance break wall.  According to Subject, he set anchor 2 days prior to the incident due to an impending storm.  He set anchor with 25' of line in 11.5' of water.  When he awoke, the boat was drifting as the anchor had pulled when the weather came up and the winds started blowing.  He was unable to get the motor started in time before they were thrust out into the rock jetty at the entrance to Cap Sante Marina.   Subject and his passenger were able to get into a skiff and get off of the boat.   

The boat appeared to be a total loss as the hull was almost completely destroyed by the rocks.  Subject was advised by law enforcement that he would need to contact a salvage company to salvage his boat. 

No injuries were sustained.  There were no apparent signs of alcohol.  Damages estimated at $15,000.00


BARDID: WA-2012-0084
Date: 2012-08-25 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:30:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Banks Lake
NearestCityTown: Electric City
County: Grant
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Improper lookout
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
RedactedNarrative:
ON 08/25/2012, at approximately 4:30 pm, the two subjects were each operating personal watercraft on Banks Lake in Grant County.  The vessels were rentals from KJ Watersports out of Coulee City, WA. Both operators were 16 years of age. 

The subjects were operating their PWCs on the lake and turning circles or, "doughnuts", when they collided head on.  Operator1 reported only a minor injury (stiff neck), and Operator2 was not injured but both vessels sustained significant damage.  From the evidence, it was apparent that the impact was nearly head-on.  The front end of both vessels were showing significant fiberglass damage and crushing. 

Both Operator1 and Operator2 admitted that they were not the 200 feet apart that they had been directed to maintain by both the vessel owner KJ Watersports and their grandfather.  The marine patrol deputy explained to both boys that they had equal responsibility to move to the right and avoid a collision in a head on encounter.   

There were 'rules of the road violations for not maintaining a proper lookout and failure to alter course to starboard (WAC 352-60-070-(13)(a); Rule 14).  Neither operator was issued an infraction but the report noted that both were at fault for the collision.  State review of the incident differs and indicates that the level of operation would meet the definition for 'reckless operation' of a vessel as 'willful and wanton' operation under state statute RCW 79A.60.040(1). 

Both operators were wearing a PFD.   

Neither operator had completed a boater education course. 

There was no evidence of alcohol use.


BARDID: WA-2012-0085
Date: 2012-08-26 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:33:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Dabob Bay
NearestCityTown: Quilcene
County: Jefferson
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Weather
AccidentCause2: Hazardous waters
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On 08/26/2012, at about 11:33 am, a 16' open motorboat with 2 subjects on board were crabbing in the Quilcene Dabob Bay areas.  The weather changed and the wind picked up.  The subjects decided to head in but realized that the water was too rough so they chose to head to the closest point of land.  As they approached shore the wave action was severe enough to capsize their 16' Duraboat runabout just prior to reaching the beach. 

Both subjects made it to shore uninjured and were able to call 911 from a cell phone.  Neither of the men were wearing a life jacket.  There was no apparent evidence of alcohol involvement.  The vessel sustained approximately $8,000.00 in damages.


BARDID: WA-2012-0086
Date: 2012-08-31 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:00:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Spanaway Lake
NearestCityTown: Spanaway
County: Pierce
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: None
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Navigation rules violation
AccidentCause3: Improper lookout
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On 08/31/2012, at about 3:00 pm, operator was operating his 1995, 9' Arctic Cat PWC heading south along the western shoreline of Spanaway Lake.  Operator was not sure of his speed but one witness described it as "too fast".  As the vessel approached the dock where he lives, Operator realized he was going too fast.  He then turned the vessel to avoid striking the dock and leaned over hard to the left (like he does on his motorcycle).  He then "pinned" the throttle.  The vessel then aerated the pump losing its ability to maneuver.  The vessel turned to port slightly but slammed into the corner of the dock amidships.  Operator had the helm turned hard to the left.   

Operator's stomach slammed into the helm and his face then struck the other side of the helm.  He sustained a broken nose.   

Operator was wearing a PFD.  Alcohol did not appear to be a factor.  The PWC sustained an estimated $2000 in damages - a total loss


BARDID: WA-2012-0087
Date: 2012-08-31 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:30:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Henry Island Waterway
NearestCityTown: Roche Harbor
County: San Juan
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: None
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Force of wave/wake
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On 08/31/2012, at about 2:30 p.m., a 52' cabin motorboat "ROUGH LIFE" (V1) and a 17' open motorboat "TENDER TO WESTERLY" (V2), sustained wake damage while anchored near Henry Island in San Juan county.  The owners of the damaged boats pointed out the vessel "OMEGA" (V3) stating that the boat had gone at a high speed near their anchored boats creating a wake that caused their boats to clash. 

Deputies from the San Juan County Sheriff's Office contacted the owner of "OMEGA".  No BAR was completed or submitted who stated that the "victim's" boats were anchored in the channel and that he did not cause wake damage. 

There were no injuries or fatalities. 
There was no apparent alcohol involvement indicated. 

Damages to both V1 and V2 were estimated at $2000+ each. 
PFDs were not worn by the operators of either V1 or V2.  V3 unknown. 


V1 operator indicated that he attended a USCG Auxiliary Course and did have a mandatory Boater Education Card. 
V2 operator indicated that he attended a USCG Auxiliary Course and did not have a mandatory Boater Education Card.
V3 Unknown 

V1 operator has over 500 hours of operator experience. 
V2 operator has over 500 hours of operator experience.
V3 Unknown 

Rules of the Road Violation - Wake Violation - Not cited.


BARDID: WA-2012-0088
Date: 2012-09-01 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:12:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Columbia River
NearestCityTown: Richland
County: Benton
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: None
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On 09/01/2012, at about 6:12 pm, a 1989, 15' open motorboat was cruising the Columbia River near Monument Island.  Operator reported that he was traveling at full throttle up stream when his attention was diverted to his dog.  He did not realize that his boat had changed direction.  The boat ran aground approximately 3/4mile south of Monument Island striking a tree along the shore line.  Operator was thrown forward receiving an abrasion to his nose, abrasions and noticeable swelling to his left forearm, and a small laceration to his left leg. 

Operator was transported to the Port of Benton dock for treatment by paramedics and then to the Kadlec Hospital for further evaluation and treatment.  He was not admitted to the hospital. 

Operator was not wearing a PFD.  There was no apparent alcohol involvement.  Estimate of $2,000.00 damage to the boat.


BARDID: WA-2012-0089
Date: 2012-09-01 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:45:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Puget Sound
NearestCityTown: Indianola
County: Kitsap
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentCause2: Force of wave/wake
AccidentCause3: Operator inattention
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
RedactedNarrative:
On 09/01/2012, at about 11:45 pm, the operator was anchored in Miller Bay near Jefferson Point in Puget Sound when he went to retie the anchor of his 1978, 25' Oday auxiliary sailboat (ENCHELEY) when a wake from another boat caused him to lose his balance and fall off his boat.  After falling from his boat Operator swam to the back of the boat and held on.  He reported thinking of swimming to shore but determined it was too far for the water temperature to allow him to make it.  He estimates he was in the water about 45 minutes before a witness drove out to his boat and brought him to shore. 

Operator was in a hypothermic state when he was pulled from the water and his left leg was badly bruised.  Medics transported him to Harrison Hospital in Bremerton for treatment. 
  
Operator was not wearing a PFD.  Law enforcement reported according to witnesses, alcohol use contributed to the accident.  Operator was not tested for alcohol so impairment is unknown.  No vessel damage was reported.


BARDID: WA-2012-0090
Date: 2012-09-01 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:00:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Bellingham Bay
NearestCityTown: Bellingham
County: Whatcom
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Engine
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (non-fuel)
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/Swamping
AccidentEvent3: Sinking
RedactedNarrative:
On 09/01/2012, at about 5:00 pm, a 2003, 46' 6" sailboat (auxiliary), caught fire at the South end of Lummi Island in Bellingham Bay.  The owner/operator reported that after starting the boat's engine, it appeared that the starter did not disengage.  After running for about 5 minutes, the starter overheated and caught fire.  The fire spread quickly in the engine compartment then became out of control.  The vessel was a complete loss and eventually sank.

All persons on board were rescued and there were no injuries. Estimated boat damage $235,000.00.  Damage estimate of $25,000.00 to personal property.


BARDID: WA-2012-0091
Date: 2012-09-03 00:00:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Pacific Ocean
NearestCityTown: Ocean Shores
County: Grays Harbor
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Monday
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
AccidentCause2: Weather
MachineryFailure: Engine
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
RedactedNarrative:
On 09/03/2012 (time unknown) the operator and 3 passengers (not identified) were fishing in the Pacific Ocean near Ocean Shores when the 1992, 21' Olympic cabin motorboat he was operating became grounded.  The engine stopped running and he drifted into shore.  Operator reported that there was light wind and the water was choppy.  
 
There were no injuries reported.  Damage to the boat was estimated at $5,000.00.  Alcohol involvement is unknown.  No other details were given on the BAR.


BARDID: WA-2012-0093
Date: 2012-08-03 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:30:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Columbia River
NearestCityTown: Quincy
County: Grant
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: None
Visibility: Unkn
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Other
OtherAccidentCause: passenger/skier behavior
AccidentEvent1: Skier mishap
RedactedNarrative:
On 08/03/2012, at about 4:30 pm, the operator of a 2006, 20' 5" open motorboat, was towing (injured) when victim let go of the tow rope.  His hip had popped out of it's socket. 

911 was called.  It is unknown why his hip became dislocated.  There were no other injuries.  No damage to the vessel.


BARDID: WA-2012-0094
Date: 2012-09-06 00:00:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Columbia River
NearestCityTown: Mattawa
County: Grant
WaterConditions: Unknown
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: None
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Thursday
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
RedactedNarrative:
On 09/06/2012 at about 2:39 p.m. Operator had reportedly gone fishing in a 1998 16 foot 2-person kayak on the Columbia River.  Victim's body was found floating in the river channel by another boater.  The accident was not witnessed. 

Law enforcement reported when they went to recover the subject from the water he was floating face down with a Type 3 PFD tied around his right thigh.   

The victim's kayak was owned by his father, who described the kayak type and color for the officers.  The victim's kayak was located two days later on September 8th on the west side of the Columbia River about 3 to 4 miles down river from the White Bluffs boat launch. 

No vessel damage was reported. 

There was no indication of alcohol involvement. 

A Type 3 PFD was tied around the victim's right thigh. 

The victim had no formal operator instruction but was reported to have between 100 hours and 500 hours of experience operating this type of watercraft.
 
The victim did not have the mandatory Boater Education card.


BARDID: WA-2012-0096
Date: 2012-08-12 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:55:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Columbia River
NearestCityTown: Orondo
County: Douglas
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Force of wave/wake
AccidentEvent1: Skier mishap
RedactedNarrative:
On 08/12/2012 at about 11:55 am subject was being towed behind a 19' Bayliner.  Subject was changing his seat position on the tube he was riding when it hit a wave.  The force of the wave strike caused Subject to fall off the front of the tube injuring him.  As he fell, a quick release carabiner attached to the front of the tube punctured his left armpit.  He was transported to the emergency room for treatment. 

1 injury (Subject) reported.  No fatalities. 
Alcohol use was not apparent. 
Subject was wearing a PFD.   
Subject did not have a mandatory Boater Education Card (not required until 2013). 
Subject reported that he had attended a USCG Auxiliary course and had over 100, up to 500 hours of operator experience. 
No damages were reported. 
No Rules of the Road violation.


BARDID: WA-2012-0097
Date: 2012-08-25 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:25:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Tapps
NearestCityTown: Lake Tapps
County: Pierce
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Skier mishap
RedactedNarrative:
On 8/25/2012, at about 5:25 pm, Vessel #1 (V1), 21' open motor boat was travelling at a slow speed (estimate of 15 mph) south toward Tacoma Point on Lake Tapps.  Vessel #2 (V2), 20' open motorboat was pulling a tube and turned at or near the front of V-1 causing the tow line and tube with 3 children on it to move in front of V1.  V1 hit the tow line.  As the tow line crossed over the front window frame the tow line caught and broke off the mirror attached.  As the tube went over V1, the children were thrown from the tube and landed in the water.  The operator of V1, did not see what direction that V2 came from until it made the turn near his boat.   

The operator of V2, picked up the riders on the tube and went back north along Tacoma Point.  Tuber1 one of the tube riders from V2, said she hit her head on something and complained of a headache and later started vomiting.  Both tubers showed signs of confusion and discomfort.  Tuber2 was driven to St. Francis Hospital in Federal Way by his mother where he was treated and released.  Medical aid (911) was called for Tuber1, she was transported and admitted to Mary Bridge Children's Hospital.  It was determined that both had concussions.  Tuber3 was not injured.  There were no injuries on boat (V1). 

There were 2 injuries on V2, no injuries on V1. 
There was no apparent use of alcohol indicated. 
V1 estimated damages at $300.  V-2 reported no damages. 
No one on board V1 was wearing a PFD.  Only those being towed by V2, including the 2 injured parties were wearing PFDs (a total of 3).
V1 operator had no formal operator instruction and did not have a mandatory Boater Education Card.  V2 operator reported having "other state or local class" in operator instruction but did not have a mandatory Boater Education Card.
Operators of both vessels reported having over 100 hours of operator experience. 

This was a rules of the road violation but the Pierce County Sheriff's Office could not issue a citation as the officers did not witness the incident.


BARDID: WA-2012-0098
Date: 2012-09-02 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:15:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Puget Sound
NearestCityTown: Redondo
County: King
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: None
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Improper lookout
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On 9/2/2012, at about 3:15 pm, a 16' open motorboat (Vessel 1) was tied up at the dock at the Redondo boat launch.  According to the operator of the boat, a 19' Larson (Vessel #2), rammed his boat on the starboard side with his transom. 

According to Operator1, Operator2 accelerated his boat and made a hard turn to port.  This action swung his transom into the mid section on Operator1's starboard side. Operator2 hit Operator1 boat a second time at the transom leaving a large diameter dent in the aluminum hull.  This collapsed the dock buoy and slammed the port side of the boat into a metal plate leaving a large dent in the port side of Operator1's boat.   

After Operator2 tied up his boat inside the launch dock area Operator1 spoke to him regarding the collision.   Operator2 refused to give Operator1 his information.  Operator1 called 911 regarding the situation.  Operator1 obtained Mr. Operator2's information by providing the registration number from V-2 to the 911 dispatcher. 

Damage to boat #1 is estimated at $2800.00.  No damage information available regarding boat #2.
 
The King County Sheriff's Office could not obtain the required report from Operator2 and did not issue a citation for failure to provide the required report.
 
The case is considered closed.


BARDID: WA-2012-0100
Date: 2012-09-08 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:00:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Sullivan Lake
NearestCityTown: Moses Lake
County: Grant
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause2: Excessive speed
AccidentCause3: Sharp turn
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On 9/8/2012, at about 3:00 pm, two PWCs were operating on Sullivan Lake in Grant county.  Vessel #1 (V1), a 1994 Bombardier PWC s turning around and stopping when the other vessel, a 1989 Bombardier PWC (V2), slowed and collided with V1.  V1 reported a damage estimate of $25.00.  No damages were reported for V-2. 

Both operators were wearing PFDs.  the driver of V2 sustained injuries to his leg (below the knee).  He was transported to the hospital via ambulance where he received treatment and was released. 

Alcohol was not identified as a factor. 
This incident was a rules of the road non-criminal violation but because it was not witnessed by an officer a citation could not be issued to the operator. 

The age of the operator of V1 required him to have a boater education.  He did not have one and was not issued a citation. 
The age of the operator of V2 was not known.   

The Grant County Sheriff's Office did not do an investigation or follow up on this incident.


BARDID: WA-2012-0101
Date: 2012-09-08 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:00:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Columbia River
NearestCityTown: Vancouver
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: None
Visibility: Unkn
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Electrical
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (fuel)
RedactedNarrative:
On 9/8/2012, at about 4:00 pm, a 1977 17' open motorboat was traveling from a beach on the Oregon side of the Columbia River just west of Port Co, when the boat's engine died.  Operator was able to re-start the engine but it died as soon as it was put in gear.  After waiting several minutes, he tried again but noticed smoke coming from the engine (on board), then he noticed flames.  Failure of the engine, electrical system, and fuel system were listed as the cause of the fire. 

There were no injuries/fatalities. 
No apparent alcohol involvement was indicated. 
The boat was a total loss from the fire.  Boat damage estimated at $3,000.00.  Other property damage estimated at $2,000.00. 
Two of the 5 passengers on board were wearing a PFD.   
No formal operator instruction was indicated by the operator - 40+ years of experience.  He did have a mandatory Boater Education Card (grandfathered) 
Operator experience indicated at over 500 hours. 
No Rules of the Road Violation. 

I spoke with the Owner/Operator, Operator on 12/19/2012.  He informed me that he did not have either the Registration # or HIN for the vessel.


BARDID: WA-2012-0102
Date: 2012-09-17 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 23:30:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Strait of Juan de Fuca
NearestCityTown: Port Angeles
County: Clallam
WaterConditions: Rough
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Poor
DayofWeek: Monday
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause2: Weather
AccidentEvent1: Other
OtherAccidentEvent: person struck by boat equipmen
RedactedNarrative:
On 9/17/2012, at about 10:15pm, a 39' Uniflight auxiliary sailboat driven by (owner/operator) was traveling west through the Straits of Juan deFuca about 13 miles NW of Port Angeles. He had 3 other persons on board that he only knew by first name.  subject was steering the boat and is inexperienced.  A sudden wind gust and change in wind direction caught the jib causing the boom to swing.  subject was able to duck into the cockpit but the boom caught owner and slammed him into the radar tower.  He received a broken arm, broken ribs, and suspected back injuries.  He was eventually medivaced by US Coast Guard and transported to the Olympic Medical Center. 


There were 2 injuries / no fatalities.
Alcohol was not indicated as a factor.
There were no damages to the boat.  
All 4 passengers were wearing PFDs.  
The operator reported operation instruction as ASA Level 101-107.  He does not have a mandatory Boater Education Card.
Operator experience of over 100, up to 500 hours reported.
No Rules of the Road Violation.


BARDID: WA-2012-0103
Date: 2012-10-05 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 02:10:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Swift Bay
NearestCityTown: Friday Harbor
County: San Juan
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: None
Visibility: Poor
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentEvent1: Person Struck by Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On 10/05/2012, at about 2:14 am, San Juan County Sheriff's Office received information regarding a boating accident on the beach just off of Port Stanley Road, Lopez WA.  Sheriff's personnel arrived on scene to discover a large sailboat on the beach about 100 yards towards the water.  The boat was a 1987 35' Mercadese auxiliary sailboat.  The boat was equipped with a 20 HP Bluebird inboard diesel engine.

Operator indicated that the tide was a zero tide at that time and the boat was beached.  Operator and both passengers on his boat, were there with shovels to examine the beach for the best possible access.  The 3 of them attempted to ditch a path through the sand.  Operator had tried to secure the boat earlier with an anchor line off the port side tied high on the boat.  The boat suddenly came down and pinned both Operator and another person. It is possible that the tide was coming in and the sand underneath the boat liquefied causing the boat to shift.  Third occupant immediately called 911 and began digging the two out of the sand.   

occupant and Operator sustained substantial injuries when the boat shifted towards the starboard side and pinned them under the hull.  occupant complained of pain in her lower back and Operator had pain to his pelvic area and a possible broken leg.  They were both transported to St. Joseph's hospital in Bellingham, WA for their injuries. 

No damage reported to the boat.  The electrical system that went under salt water the following day when the tide came in needs replacement.  No estimate was given. 

There were 2 persons injured, no fatalities.
Alcohol use was not indicated.
No vessel damage reported.
There were PFDs available on-board.  No PFDs were worn.
The operator had completed a USCG Auxiliary Course and had a mandatory Boater Education Card.
Operator reported having over 500 hours of operator experience. 
No Rules of the Road Violations.


BARDID: WA-2012-0104
Date: 2012-10-05 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:10:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Puget Sound
NearestCityTown: Seattle
County: King
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Improper lookout
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person Struck by Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On 10/05/2012 at about 4:10 pm, a 1986 16' Bayliner runabout (V-2) was trolling slowly with two persons on board.  A V2 occupant and Operator2 were on board, both fishing. They were struck by a 2001 44' Talaria Com cabin motorboat (V-1), that was on plane.   Operator1 stated that he did not see V-2 on his radar.   

When the collision occurred, V-1 immediately turned around and Operator1 brought both victims, V2 occupant and Operator2 from V-2 on board his boat.  The captain of V-2 was unresponsive.  CPR began immediately.  Suquamish PD Marine Ten was nearby and responded.  Two officers boarded V-1 and assisted with aid.  They transported the victims to the Shilshole boat launch where Seattle Fire Dept responded.   

Operator2 was pronounced deceased.  The passenger was transported to Harborview Medical Center.  Seattle PD Harbor arrived to continue the investigation.  Both vessels were impounded to the Seattle Police Harbor Unit. 

Each boat sustained damages estimated at $5,000.00 each. 
 
Alcohol involvement was not indicated.
  
None of the passengers were wearing PFDs.
 
Neither operator was required to have a boater education card. 
 
This was a rules of the road violation and no citation was issued by the Seattle Police Department Harbor Patrol Unit.


BARDID: WA-2012-0106
Date: 2012-10-17 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:32:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Port Townsend Bay
NearestCityTown: Port Townsend
County: Jefferson
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Wednesday
AccidentCause1: People on Gunwale, Bow, or Transom
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
AccidentEvent2: Person Departed Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On 10/17/2012, at about 3:32, 2 individuals, owner/operator and passenger were aboard a 1972 29' auxiliary sailboat when they both went into the water while trying to retrieve a stuck anchor (about 100 yards off shore).  Operator was not wearing a PFD, Occupant was. 

Occupant stated that he and Operator left the marina at about 2:23 pm.  They motored the sailboat to the location of the anchor Operator wanted to retrieve (west of the Port of Port Townsend break water).  He said it took 15 - 20 minutes from the time they departed the marina to the time they arrived at the location of the anchor (about 2:45 pm).  Occupant said he was wearing a PFD and that Operator had lots of PFDs on board.  The PFDs were wet and Operator did not want to put on a wet PFD.  They tied off to the anchor and began working to free the stuck anchor.  Occupant said they worked hard using the windless winch mounted to the bow of the sailboat.  Occupant said he turned and Operator fell overboard.  Occupant then jumped into the water in an attempt to help Operator.  According to Occupant, Operator suffered from seizures.  It is unclear if this might have caused him to go into the water. 

At about 4:06 pm law enforcement arrived at the sailboat.  A Good Samaritan, his mother, and a friend had also responded to the hale for help in their boat and had just pulled both subjects from the water and back onto the sailboat.  It was apparent that both subjects were suffering from hypothermia.  EMTs began administering first aid.  Both subjects were transported to Jefferson Health Care for further lifesaving treatment.  Occupant was treated for hypothermia and released.  Operator was suffering from hypothermia and the effects of inhaling saltwater.  He was transported to Harborview Medical Center were he was put on a respirator in the Intensive Care Unit.  His current status is unknown. 

2 injuries reported.  1 requiring hospitalization (Operator/Operator).
No indication of alcohol involvement.
There were no damages to the boat.  
The Operator (Operator) was not wearing a PFD.  The Passenger (Occupant) was wearing a PFD.
It is unknown if either of the men involved have a mandatory Boater Education Card.
Operator experience is unknown.
 
No Rules of the Road Violaiton.


BARDID: WA-2012-0107
Date: 2012-10-18 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:50:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Humptulips River
NearestCityTown: Copalis Crossing
County: Grays Harbor
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: None
Visibility: Fair
DayofWeek: Thursday
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause2: Hazardous waters
AccidentEvent1: Collision with submerged object
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/Swamping
AccidentEvent3: Sinking
RedactedNarrative:
On 10/18/2012, at about 5:50pm, 3 men were fishing on the Humptulips River near Bunker Road.  The boat, a 16'aluminum drift boat got caught up in a log jam in the river.  The boat went sideways, started taking on water, and eventually sunk. 

The boat was later recovered with no significant damage.  
 
No injuries or fatalities.
No apparent alcohol involvement.
No apparent damages to vessel.  The loss of and damages to personal property were estimated at $2300.00.  
PFDs were available onboard.  The operator was wearing a PFD.
No formal operator instruction.  The operator did not have a mandatory Boater Education Card.
Operator reported 0 - 100 hours of operator experience.
No Rules of the Road Violation.


BARDID: WA-2012-0108
Date: 2012-10-26 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:30:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Columbia River
NearestCityTown: Ilwaco
County: Pacific
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Weather
AccidentEvent1: Collision with floating object
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/Swamping
AccidentEvent3: Grounding
RedactedNarrative:
On 10/26/2012, at about 12:30 pm, a 27' Sea Sport cabin motorboat powered by a 290 HP Volvo engine was crabbing on the Columbia River at Cape Disappointment, "A" Jetty.  The operator reported that while crabbing, a crab pot line became tangled in the propellers.  Wind and wave action pushed the boat onto "A" jetty before the anchor took hold.  The boat flooded, swamped, and eventually became grounded. 

 
No injuries or fatalities.
No apparent alcohol involvement. 
Damage was estimated at $22,000.00. 
There were 8 PFDs on board.  The operator was not wearing a PFD.  It is unknown if passengers were wearing PFDs.
Operator instruction was described as "US Navy".  The operator did not have a Boater Education Card.
Operator reported having over 500 hours of experience.
No Rules of the Road Violations.


BARDID: WA-2012-0109
Date: 2012-11-09 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:30:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Cowlitz River
NearestCityTown: Vader
County: Lewis
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Improper lookout
AccidentEvent1: Collision with floating object
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/Swamping
AccidentEvent3: Capsizing
RedactedNarrative:
On 11/09/2012, at about 12:30 pm, two men were fishing and hunting on the Cowlitz River below the Mandy Road boat launch near the county line.  The boat, a 17' Woolridge open motorboat powered by an 80 HP outboard motor was drifting down stream and struck a dead head in the water.  The boat began taking on water.  The boat flipped causing both occupants to fall out of the vessel and into the river.  Neither occupant was wearing a PFD.   

There were no injuries.  
No apparent alcohol involvement.
The boat was a total loss with damages estimated at $23,000.00.  Estimated property damage was $2000.00.
There were PFDs onboard but neither of the occupants were wearing one.
The operator had no formal instruction and was exempt from the mandatory Boater Education Card.
Operator experience was listed as over 500 hours. 
No Rules of the Road Violations.


BARDID: WA-2012-0110
Date: 2012-11-10 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 06:00:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Columbia River
NearestCityTown: Malaga
County: Chelan
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
Wind: None
Visibility: Fair
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Restricted vision
AccidentCause3: Operator inattention
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On 11/10/2012, at about 05:45 am, a 2006, 19'6" Alumaweld Stryker aluminum open motorboat powered by a 115 HP Yamaha outboard motor launched on to the Columbia River from the Colockum Fish & Wildlife boat launch near Malaga, WA.  The boat was traveling downstream at about mid-point river in the dark with 3 persons on board.  About 1/4 mile downstream from the launch point, the boat collided with a large island of rocks in the middle of the river.  The boat was traveling at about 25 mph when it struck the island.  The boat ran up onto the rocks and impacted a large boulder.  The boat came to rest completely out of the water on the island. 

The operator reported that prior to the impact, he turned on the boat's GPS and depth finder.  At that point, he looked up and saw black rocks, it was difficult to see but put the motor in neutral, however, it was too late.  The boat struck the rocks and he tumbled over the windshield.  Both operator and one other passenger sustained injuries.  They were treated on scene by EMTs, then transported to the hospital for further treatment. 

There were 2 injuries / No fatalities.
No apparent alcohol involvement was indicated.  
Boat damages were estimated at $18,500.00.  Property damage was estimated at $500.
There were PFDs onboard.  No one on board was wearing one.  
Operator instruction identified as state course.  He did have the mandatory Boaters Education card.
Operator experience indicated as over 100 up to 500 hours.
No Rules of the Road Violation.


BARDID: WA-2012-0111
Date: 2012-09-02 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:00:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Long Lake
NearestCityTown: Tum Tum / 9-Mile Falls
County: Stevens
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentCause2: Improper lookout
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
AccidentEvent3: Fall in vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On 9/2/2012, at about 7:00 pm, Vessel #1 (V1), a 1998, 20' Bayliner was heading North on Long Lake pulling 2 people on flotation tubes.  He reports that as he was driving, he was glancing around the area.  When he looked back ahead, Vessel #2 (V2), a 2007, 18' Stingray Runabout, was directly in front of him crossing his bow.  The boats collided.  The collision caused a passenger to be ejected from V2.  A nearby boat witnessed this and came to the assistance of the person ejected from V2.  While this boat was lending assistance, V2 fled the scene. 

The operator of V-2 was located.  He was arrested for BUI by a Stevens County Deputy. 

V-2 - Two injuries, requiring hospitalization. 

Alcohol involvement was indicated.  Operator of V2 was arrested for BUI. 

Damage estimates were reported at $8,000.00 for V1 and $2,000.00 for V-2. 
  
Operator of V-1 indicated PFDs were available but not worn.  Operator of V2 indicated that PFDs were available and worn by 3 passengers on board including the 2 injured persons.  The operator of V-2 was not wearing a PFD. 

Both operators, V-1 and V-2, did not have a boater education card.  Operator of V-1 was not required to have one and operator of V2 was required to have the card.  He did not receive a citation for the violation. 

Rules of the Road Violations.  V-1 No Proper Lookout.  V2 - Negligent Operation & BUI.


BARDID: WA-2012-0112
Date: 2012-10-13 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:30:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Puget Sound
NearestCityTown: Longbranch
County: Pierce
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Fair
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Improper loading
AccidentCause2: Force of wave/wake
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On 10/13/2012, at about 6:30pm, an 11' Columbia rowboat went off shore to retrieve crab pots in Puget Sound/Carr Inlet.  Both operator and his wife were aboard the boat.  wife was wearing a PFD and stood up in the boat, shifting the center of gravity.  A wave crested over the gunwale swamping the boat.  The boat then capsized throwing both the two into the water.  Operator was not wearing his PFD at the time of the accident. 

wife swam to shore.  A short while later, Operator was able to make it to shore.  Both were transported and admitted to St. Anthony's hospital for treatment of hypothermia.  The boat was recovered and brought to shore with no significant damage. 

Two injuries requiring hospitalization (hypothermia).
 
No alcohol involvement was indicated.
 
No damages reported.
 
There were PFDs available.  Not worn by operator.  Worn by passenger.
 
The operator had no formal operator instruction and no mandatory Boater Education Card.
 
No Rules of the Road Violations.


BARDID: WA-2012-0113
Date: 2012-10-09 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:47:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: American Lake
NearestCityTown: Lakewood
County: Pierce
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Tuesday
AccidentCause1: Hull failure
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Person Departed Vessel
AccidentEvent3: Sinking
RedactedNarrative:
On 10/9/2012, at about 12:47 pm, two brothers had taken a 1973, 22' Bayliner cabin motorboat for a test drive in American Lake.  operator stated that he and his brother (victim) were out on the lake when the boat began taking on water and started to sink.   

The victim decided to leave the boat and swim to a grey color house on the north side of the lake he could clearly see.  Operator saw the victim swimming towards shore and then lost sight of him.  The boat was located on the north side of American Lake near Harry Todd Park. 

On 10/10/2012, at about 11:30am, the Pierce County Metro Dive Team located the victim at approximately 86'. 


No apparent alcohol involvement. 
    
The boat was a total loss with damages estimated at $1200.00. 

There were no PFDs on board.  No PFDs were worn. 

The operator had no formal operator instruction and was exempt from the mandatory Boater Education Card requirement. 

No Rules of the Road Violation.


BARDID: WA-2012-0114
Date: 2012-09-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:00:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Pacific Ocean
NearestCityTown: Tokeland
County: Pacific
WaterConditions: Very Rough
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Tuesday
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Hazardous waters
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On 09/04/2012, 3 men, (operator/victim) and two others left the Tokeland Marina for an afternoon of fishing on the Pacific Ocean.  The boat they were aboard was a 17'9" 2012 Lund, model 1775 "Impact" open motorboat with a 115 HP outboard motor.  At about 6:00 p.m. the men were returning to Willapa Bay.  According to Occupant1, their approach into the entrance of Willapa Bay was further south than when they departed from the bay at the start of their trip.  Occupant2 and Occupant1 described the ocean conditions as rough with waves 6-8 feet and breaking.  The waves were passing the boat when a wave came in from the side picking up the port stern rolling the boat.  Both passengers, Occupant2 and Occupant1 were thrown from the boat while operator/victim was trapped under the boat for a short period of time.  The boat remained upside down from this period until it was recovered the following day.  All safety equipment such as flares and PFDs were either trapped under the boat or had floated away. 

Visibility at the time of the incident was poor due to a heavy ocean fog.  The three men remained with the boat through the night.  Both passengers, Occupant2 and Occupant1, stated that the operator/victim, passed away from exposure shortly before daylight.  Just before daylight Occupant2 and Occupant1 realized they were in shallow waters and walked on an exposed sand spit at which time they were rescued by the U.S. Coast Guard. 

WA Department of Fish & Wildlife Lieutenant  was at the scene at the time of the boat recovery and noticed keel marks in the sand.  Damage done to the boat indicates windshield impact with sand.  From statements it appears the operator/victim missed the channel and got caught in the shallow waters during the tidal exchange which flipped the boat.  The boat was rated for 1,550 lbs.  Lt.  also noted that the combined weight of the operator (320 lbs.), two passengers (260 lbs., 180 lbs), gear, fuel and motor was 1,371 lbs and that given the height of the waves and white capped waves during an ebb tide, the boat could easily have taken a wave over the transom, resulting in a capsizing as it was crossing the bar.  According to passenger Occupant1, the waves were passing the boat as it headed into the bay.  This combination was probably the major contributing factors to the boat's capsizing in the rough water. 

Alcohol use was not identified as a factor.  The operator/victim had consumed one beer.  He was later tested for alcohol with negative results. 

Boat damages were estimated at $5000.00.   

There were PFDs available on board.  No one on board was wearing a PFD at the time of the accident. 

It is unknown if the Operator/Victim had formal operator instruction.  He was exempt from the mandatory Boater Education Card requirement. 

No Rules of the Road Violation.


BARDID: WA-2012-0115
Date: 2012-12-14 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:00:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lewis River
NearestCityTown: Battle Ground
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Hazardous waters
AccidentEvent1: Collision with floating object
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person Departed Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On 12/14/2012, at about 1:00 p.m. Operator launched his 1990 6' Willie aluminum drift boat on the Lewis River for a day of fishing. The rip started at the Lewisville Park in Clark County near Battle Ground, WA.  It was also noted in a short news report that there was a second person with him, however the BAR did not indicate this to be the case. 
 
Operator had fished the same stretch of river on Thursday, 12/13, when water levels were higher.  According to a spokesman from the Clark County Fire & Rescue, Battalion Chief, the boat rounded a bend about 200 yards before Daybreak Park and then hit a submerged log and was pinned.  When the boat started to roll over in the current, the operator crawled onto the log and then moved to an island.   

A nearby fisherman heard their calls for help and dialed 911.  Clark County Fire & Rescue arrived at 1:59pm and called for assistance from the Region 4 Technical Rescue Team of fire fighters from the Vancouver Fire Dept and Clark County Fire District 6.  They launched an inflatable kayak, paddled to the island and brought the individual to shore, who was cold but otherwise unharmed. 
 
Damages to the boat were estimated at $2,000.00.

The operator was not wearing a PFD.  
there was no indication of alcohol use in this incident.
The operator was not required by state law to have a boater education card. 
There was no violation of the rules of the road in this incident. 
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BARDID: WA-2012-0116
Date: 2012-08-12 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:00:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Columbia River
NearestCityTown: Camas
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: None
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Sharp turn
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On 08/12/2012 at about 2:00p.m. a 2008 20'8" Moomba open motorboat (V-1) was moored at the dock at the Camas-Washougal Marina on the Columbia River in Clark County, WA.  The boat was not in use at the time of the incident and no one on board.   

The owner reported that another boat was driving erratically nearby.  At the same time a 2008 Yamaha PWC (V-2) was floating near V-1 and had just been launched.  V2 accelerated his PWC to move away from the area of the boat that was driving erratically because he was concerned that it would hit his vessel.  As he turned his vessel, the transom hit the aft area of V-1. 

V-1 reported damages to the transom area estimated at $4,120.00.  V-2 reported no damages. 

There were no injuries.   

Alcohol was not indicated as a factor in this incident. 
  
The two occupants of V-2 (the PWC) were wearing PFDs at the time of the incident. 

The operator of V-2 had an Oregon boating education card as required by Oregon state law. 

A violation of the rules of the road (no lookout) occurred by the operator of V-2.  This violation is a non-criminal infraction n Washington State and by state law must be witnessed by an officer for a non-criminal infraction citation to be issued.


BARDID: WA-2012-0118
Date: 2012-09-09 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:00:00
State: WA
NearestCityTown: Inchelium
County: Ferry
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause2: Other
OtherAccidentCause: unseen water hazard
AccidentEvent1: Collision with submerged object
RedactedNarrative:
On 9/9/2012, at about 1:00 pm, a 2000, 62' Cruisecraft Houseboat, "DIXIE CHIC", owned by Lake Roosevelt Leasing Company, hit a submerged object (car) near Stranger Creek located on the Colville Reservation side of Lake Roosevelt.  
 
The operator explained that they had beached the boat, bow in to shore and when they were backing away from shore, Operator put it into reverse turning the stern north in an attempt to head south of the lake.  She said the boat quit working and Subject went to the back of the boat to check.  Subject stated the propeller was caught on something.  The engine had ceased operating at the time.  Subject along with the other ladies on the boat got into the water and had to lift what they called a car bumper off the propeller.  Subject stated she was in about three feet of water.  Once the boat was free Operator began heading south.  Operator stated the engine sounded different and when she look she observed a pink liquid in the water near the propeller.  At some point the engine quit running again.  They radioed the Kettle Falls Marina for assistance with the engine problem but did not inform the Marina workers that the boat had struck a submerged object.
 
Someone responded from the Kettle Falls Marina  to their location that evening and beached the disabled houseboat at a nearby beach.  The houseboat was then pushed to the opposite side of the lake the next day so the renters could disembark.  Due to high winds the houseboat remained beached in the Cloverleaf Campground cove overnight and it was towed back to the Kettle Falls Marina the following day, 9/11/2012.  The boat was taken out of the water that evening.
 
Law enforcement personnel asked the responder if he believed alcohol was involved in this accident and he stated no.  He had not smelled alcohol and did not believe any of the women to have been drinking when he arrived to assist them just after the accident. The Colville Tribe Program Manager was contacted and informed of the accident including possible cars in the water.  Manager stated he was aware of the cars in the water and that he would investigate.
 
There were no injuries.  Damage was estimated at $2,895.53.


BARDID: WA-2013-0004
Date: 2013-02-15 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 10:00:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Willipa Bay
NearestCityTown: Tokeland
County: Pacific
WaterConditions: Rough
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Hazardous waters
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On 2/15/2013, at about 10:00 am, the operator and his passenger were sport crabbing in Willapa Bay on board a 1978 15' Livingston open motorboat powered by a 40 HP Nissan outboard engine. When they tossed a sport crab pot over the side of the boat the loose line got tangled in the propeller.  The pot anchored to the bottom.  As operator tried to untangle the line from the propeller, a strong tidal current forced water over the boat's transom, flooding it within minutes and then causing the boat to overturn.  They had no time to radio for help so they swam to the nearest sand bar.  About 2 hours later a small oyster boat found them and transported them to a larger oyster boat that took them to an aid unit waiting at the Tokeland dock.  No one could speak English but they did try to provide first aid and warmth. 

Both individuals were hospitalized for extreme hypothermia. 

No fatalities. 
Alcohol involvement was not indicated. 
Boat damages were estimated at $1,000. 
Both victims were wearing USCG approved float coats. 
The operator did not have formal operator instruction.  He was exempt from the mandatory boater education card requirement. 
There were no rules of the road operational violations.


BARDID: WA-2013-0005
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2013-01-26 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:25:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Wynoochee River
NearestCityTown: Montesano
County: Grays Harbor
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: None
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Hazardous waters
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Flooding/swamping
RedactedNarrative:
On 1/26/2013 at about 1:25 p.m. Operator was operating a 1994 15' aluminum 'Willie brand drift boat on the Wynoochee River in Grays Harbor County near Montesano, WA.  While floating down river the river branched and boat was sucked into the right fork of the river.  The boat got sideways in the current and then collided with a log. It then capsized, swamped and sank.  The two passengers were thrown from the boat, one out of the front and one out of the back. 

There were no injuries or fatalities. 
Alcohol use was not indicated. 
Boat damages were estimated at $2,000.00 
All three on board the boat were wearing PFDs. 
The operator had no formal operator instruction.  He did not have a mandatory boater education card but is exempt from the requirement. 
No were no 'Rules of the Road' violations.


BARDID: WA-2013-0006
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2013-02-26 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 21:50:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Puget Sound
NearestCityTown: Kingston
County: Kitsap
WaterConditions: Rough
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Fair
DayofWeek: Tuesday
AccidentCause1: Hazardous waters
AccidentCause2: Weather
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Sinking
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 (V1) - A 1972, 24' homemade sloop ferro-concrete sailboat, sloop configuration
Vessel #2 (V2)   A 1974, 14'  Alumweld aluminum skiff motorboat powered by a 2.5 HP Gamefisher engine  

On 2/26/2013, at about 9:50 p.m., V1 began taking on excessive amounts of water at the Kingston boat ramp.  Operator2 reported thinking that V1 was sinking for sure so he attempted to tow it to deeper water with V2.  As V1 began to sink, it flipped V2 over putting Operator2 on board into the water.  Operator2 swam to shore.  V2 was secured and is in Operator2's possession.  V1 sank at depths unknown and has not been recovered. 

No fatalities. 
Operator2 was treated for hypothermia and released. 
Alcohol was not indicated as a factor. 
Vessel #1 was a total loss with a reported value of $950. 
Vessel # 2 had no reported damage. 
Operator2 was not wearing a PFD. 
Operator2 reported having his mandatory Boater Education card. 
There were no Rules of the Road operating violations.


BARDID: WA-2013-0007
Date: 2013-03-15 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:57:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Silver Lake
NearestCityTown: Everett
County: Snohomish
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Fair
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On 3/15/2013, at about 11:57 a.m., operator/victim, was fishing in Silver Lake located in Snohomish county.  The victim was operating a 10' aluminum open motorboat owned by another person. 

A witness reported observing, from her lakeside home, a subject (victim) in the water of Silver Lake attempting to right a capsized aluminum hull boat.  The witness stated that at first the victim was not struggling.  After watching the victim for about 3 minutes, he was struggling in the water and unable to get into the boat.  The witness called 911 and observed the victim bob up and down and then disappear from view.   

The Everett Fire Department  was able to get a dinghy with a 3-man crew including a swimmer but the victim was not located.  The boat was found capsized along with a pair of boots and a cap that were recovered.   

The victim was recovered on 03/18/2013 by Everett PD's Dive Team. 

There was one fatality - No injuries 
The victim was reported to have alcohol but it is unknown if he had been drinking.  ME toxicology report is  pending.  Will update when received. 
There was no reported damage to the vessel. 
The victim was not wearing a PFD. 
Exempt from Boater Education Card requirement - Under 15 HP 
There were no apparent Rules of the Road Operating Violations.


BARDID: WA-2013-0008
Date: 2013-03-18 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:29:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Puget Sound
NearestCityTown: Lakebay
County: Pierce
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Monday
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
AccidentCause3: Improper loading
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On 3/18/2013, at about 7:29 p.m., a 2001, 13' 8" plastic 2-person kayak overturned on Puget Sound at Pitt Passage, between McNeil Island and the Longbranch Peninsula, in Pierce county.   

According to the passenger, he and the operator/victim, were out in the water when one of them reached for a lighter, causing the kayak to go off-set and capsize. Passenger swam to shore after he realized the current was taking them away from shore, but operator refused to leave the capsized kayak.  Passenger thinks he was in the water for about an hour.  operator was later recovered wearing a PFD and had drowned. 

There were no injuries. 
One fatality.
Alcohol involvement was indicated. victim was operating the kayak.  A test for alcohol was done at autopsy - results are pending.  passenger was not tested for alcohol.
There was no vessel damage reported. 
The operator/victim was wearing a PFD. 
The passenger was not wearing a PFD. 
The operator/victim did not have a mandatory Boater Education Card. 
It is unknown if the passenger had a mandatory Boater Education Card. 
There were no Rules of the Road operating violations.


BARDID: WA-2013-0009
Date: 2013-03-29 00:00:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Washington
NearestCityTown: Kirkland
County: King
WaterConditions: Unknown
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Unknown
Visibility: Unkn
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Navigation rules violation
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On 04/01/2013, owner of both Vessel #2 and SEA CASTLE, reported that sometime between 03/21/2013 and 03/29/2013, an unknown vessel struck the tender (Vessel #2), a 2006 13' Aquapro Euro rigid hull inflatable, that was secured to the swim grid of the SEA CASTLE, a 41' Camano Pilothouse open motor boat. The vessel was moored in slip #D-47 of the Carillon Point Marina located in the city of Kirkland, WA in King county.  Vessel #2 was struck on its starboard aft tube and the transom approximately five feet above the water.  The force of the impact ripped a hole in the tube, bent the aft tube bracket, and bent the davit system brackets on the SEA CASTLE.  The striking vessel (Vessel #1) left the scene leaving no notification or report.  Nothing was seen or heard.  The suspect vessel is unknown. 


No injuries or fatalities. 
No evidence of alcohol for Vessel #2 or SEA CASTLE.  Unknown for Vessel #1. 
Vessel #2 damages estimated at $3000.  Vessel #1 unknown. 
Vessel # 2 and SEA CASTLE were moored at the time of incident - PFD wear is N/A. 
Robertson has a mandatory Boater Education Card - It is unknown if the operator of Vessel #1 had a mandatory Boater Education Card. 
Rules of the Road Violation - Negligent Boating (Hit & Run)


BARDID: WA-2013-0010
Date: 2013-04-05 00:00:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Port of Everett
NearestCityTown: Everett
County: Snohomish
WaterConditions: Unknown
Wind: Unknown
Visibility: Unkn
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Sometime on or before 4/5/2013, a 1973 38' Hatteras cabin motorboat (OFF PISTE) was hit by what was presumed to be another vessel while moored.  OFF PISTE was moored at the Port of Everett's North Marina - 01 at the time of incident.  No one was on board. 

The incident was not witnessed so the exact time and date of the incident is unknown.  After inspection of the Boat House were OFF PISTE was moored, no evidence of the offending vessel was located. 

No injuries / fatalities were reported. 
Alcohol involvement is unknown. 
Damages to OFF PISTE were estimated at $10,000 by owner. 
PFD wear in not applicable - vessel was moored with no one on board. 
It is not known if either subject or the operator of the offending vessel have a mandatory Boater Education Card. 
Rules of the Road Violation - Negligent Boating ( Hit & Run).


BARDID: WA-2013-0011
Date: 2013-04-07 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:30:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Green River
NearestCityTown: Ravensdale
County: King
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Fair
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Hazardous waters
AccidentCause2: Force of wave/wake
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On 4/7/2013, at about 12:30 p.m. 3 kayakers were kayaking from Headworks to Kanaskat-Palmer on the Green River in King County, WA. River flow was reported at 2830 cfs. All kayakers in the party wore type III kayak PFDs and helmets. At river mile 57.25 they stopped to scout the "Railroad Drop" (a small rock weir creating a low head reversal river hydraulic). 

Victim took her kayak , a 2010, 8' Force, Big Dog plastic kayak, down the river second after Witness1. According to Witness2 and Witness1 when she went over the drop she rolled in the hydraulic. Victim righted herself and seemed to lose power in her stroke. Witness2 threw her a rescue line but she was unable to grasp it. As she came out of the hydraulic she overturned and fell out of the kayak. Victim struggled to swim and hang on to the kayak. Just downstream from there she was floating face down. 

At river mile 57 (Palmer Bridge) other kayakers were able to get Victim and pull her to river right and pull her out of the river. Victim was unresponsive and CPR was started. Victim was transported by Medics to Valley Medical Center in Renton, WA. She was later pronounced deceased. 

No injuries/ One fatality 
There was no apparent alcohol involvement. 
There was no damage reported to the vessel. 
The deceased was wearing a Type III USCG approved PFD. 
Victim did not have a mandatory Boater Education Card. 
There were no Rules of the Road violations.


BARDID: WA-2013-0012
Date: 2013-04-11 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 20:20:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Stillwater Creek
NearestCityTown: Vader
County: Lewis
WaterConditions: Unknown
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Thursday
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause2: Alcohol
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On 04/11/2013, at about 8:29 p.m., a 15'4" plastic Coleman canoe, was drifting down Still Water Creek in Lewis County, WA.  The vessel was operated by deceased.  There was one passenger on board.  The vessel was put on the river from the occupant's residence.  They had been in the water approximately 2 hours prior to the incident. 

While drifting down the creek, the canoe capsized.  The passenger was able to swim to shore.  She reported seeing the operator clinging onto the canoe in the water.  occupant ran to the nearest residence for help, then returned to the accident scene and was unable to locate operator.   

victim was later found underwater, deceased, approximately 100 yards up stream from where the canoe was located. 

0 Injuries / 1 Fatality. 
Alcohol involvement is unknown at this time.  Results of the blood test given at time of autopsy are pending. 
No damages to the vessel were reported. 
Neither occupant was wearing a PFD. 
The operator/deceased did not have a mandatory Boater Education Card. 
No Rules of the Road Violations.


BARDID: WA-2013-0013
Date: 2013-04-05 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 01:00:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Snohomish River
NearestCityTown: Everett
County: Snohomish
WaterConditions: Rough
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Poor
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentCause2: Weather
AccidentCause3: Hazardous waters
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/swamping
RedactedNarrative:
On 04/05/2013, at about 1:00 a.m, a 1967, 34' Pace Maker wooden cabin motorboat was southbound in the Snohomish River to the northwest of the Everett Naval Station, in Snohomish county, WA. The operator, turned west thinking he was farther to the south than he was and hit Jetty Island. The boat became grounded and began taking on water. 

The Everett Police Department reported receiving the BAR from Operator on 04/30/2013. On review of the BAR it was noted that Operator stated there were missing or inadequate aids to navigation. When the Officer responded to assist Operator at the time of the incident, all of the aids to navigation were in working order. Operator also stated in the BAR that he does not have a mandatory Boater Education Card which is required by Washington state law based on his age. The officer attempted to get additional information from Operator on the night of the collision, but due to Operator' extreme level of intoxication, was not successful. 

Based on what the Officer observed on the night of the collision and from  the review of the BAR, an infraction was mailed to Operator for the lack of a mandatory Boater Education Card and expired registration (6/2012). Operator, in his BAR and on the night of the collision identified himself as the operator of the boat. 

The Officer reported that after reviewing the BAR and from his observations on the night of the incident, the proximate cause of the collision was negligent boating by Operator.  The channel is well marked and there is ambient light coming from the Navy Base that allows you to navigate safely.  A reasonable boater should have been able to safely navigate the channel under the conditions that evening.  Operator stated in the BAR that he was not drinking at the time of the collision.  The Officer reported that on the night of the incident,  Operator was extremely intoxicated when he contacted him, to the point of vomiting and having difficulty standing.  Operator told the Officer that he started drinking once the vessel was already on the rocks.  The Officer was unable to develop Probable Cause for BUI due to the time from the collision until he arrived on scene. 

No fatalities or injuries. 
Alcohol use at the time of the incident is unknown. 
Damages to the vessel were reported at $2000. 
The operator reported wearing a PFD.
The operator did not have a mandatory Boater Education Card.
Rules of the Road Violation - Negligent Boating (not cited).


BARDID: WA-2013-0014
Date: 2013-04-17 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:45:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Commencement Bay
NearestCityTown: Tacoma
County: Pierce
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Wednesday
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 - 1920, 50' Wooden Sailboat - RED JACKET –
Vessel #2 - 1975, 35' 6" Fiberglass Auxiliary Sailboat - ANOMALY -
 
On 04/17/2013, at about 07:45 p.m., two sailboats (referenced above) collided in Commencement Bay (located in Pierce county, WA) approximately in the 2000 block of Ruston Way, approximately 1 mile off shore.  Both vessels were under sail. 
 
Vessel #2 (ANOMALY) was sailing southbound of starboard tack when they observed Vessel #1 (RED JACKET) converging sailing on port tack.  One minute prior to impact ANOMALY started to alter course to port to stand clear aft of traffic.  RED JACKET turned to starboard (Head-On).  ANOMALY took evasive action turning hard to starboard.  Impact occurred with RED JACKET striking port beam.
 
No injuries or fatalities.
There was no apparent alcohol involvement.
Damage estimate to RED JACKET was reported at $5000
Damage estimate to ANOMALY was reported at $20,000 
It is unknown if any of the occupants aboard RED JACKET were wearing PFDs.
The Operator of ANOMALY was wearing a PFD. 
Both vessel Operators are exempt from the mandatory Boater Education Card law due to age. 
Rules of the Road Violation - No Proper Lookout.


BARDID: WA-2013-0016
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2013-05-09 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:50:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Strait of Juan de Fuca
NearestCityTown: Neah Bay
County: Clallam
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Thursday
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 - 2008, 20'6" Aluminum Open Motorboat, North River Runabout - Vessel #2 - 2006, 30'2" Fiberglass Open Motorboat, Wellcraft Runabout 

On 05/09/2013, at about 06:50 p.m., Washington Fish & Wildlife Vessel #12 stopped and contacted Vessel #1 (Operator1) near the green buoy located at the entrance to Neah Bay. Fish & Wildlife Officer boarded Vessel #1 (Operator1) to conduct a fisheries inspection. Patrol Vessel #12 moved off then contacted another vessel about 150 yards north of Vessel #1 (Operator1). 

NOAA Officer was on Patrol Vessel #12 when he witnessed the following. Officer watched as Vessel #2 (Operator2) struck Vessel #1 (Operator1). The bow of Vessel #2 (Operator2) struck Vessel #1 (Operator1) on the port side in front of the "North River" emblem located on the aft of Vessel #1's hull. The soft canopy of Vessel #1 (Operator1) collapsed from the impact. Passenger on Vessel #1, was standing in the vessel when it was struck. He was thrown into the starboard gunwale. His left wrist broke from the fall. Officer was facing the other way when Vessel #1 (Operator1) was struck. Operator1 (Vessel #1) and passenger were watching and conversing when their vessel was struck and did not see Vessel #2 (Operator2) coming before the impact.
 
One injury / No fatalities.
There was no apparent alcohol involvement.
Vessel #1 - Total Loss.
Vessel #2 - Reported $2,000 in damages.
There were no PFDs worn by any of the occupants of either vessel.
Both vessel operators had mandatory Boater Education Cards.
Rules of the Road Violation - No Proper Lookout.


BARDID: WA-2013-0017
Date: 2013-05-09 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 08:02:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Quillayuite River Channel
NearestCityTown: LaPush
County: Clallam
WaterConditions: Rough
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Thursday
AccidentCause1: Congested waters
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 - 1998, 18'6" Fiberglass Bayliner 1802 Cabin Motorboat (S.S. MINNOWS) 
Vessel #2 -2005, 20'4" Aluminum Woolridge Runabout Open Motorboat 

On 05/09/2013, at about 8:02 a.m., Vessel #2 had shut down to check his position on his GPS before proceeding further. Vessel #1 did not notice that Vessel #2 was shut down and ran into the stern of Vessel #2. 

Vessel #1 estimated his speed at approximately 22 mph at the time of the incident. When he noticed that Vessel #2 was stopped, he immediately turned to port to avoid the collision. He estimated the distance between the vessels at less than .2 miles. 

No injuries / fatalities. 
No apparent alcohol involvement. 
No damage reported by Vessel #1. Vessel #2 estimated damages at $2,000. 
Vessel #1 occupants were wearing PFDs. Vessel #2 occupants were not wearing PFDs. 
Operators of both vessels had mandatory Boater Education Cards. 
Rules of the Road Violation - Safe Speed.


BARDID: WA-2013-0018
Date: 2013-05-21 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:20:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Sprague Lake
NearestCityTown: Spargue
County: Lincoln
WaterConditions: Rough
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Storm
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Tuesday
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Overloading
AccidentCause3: Weather
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Sinking
RedactedNarrative:
On 05/21/2013, at about 02:20 p.m., while fishing in Sprague Lake, a 1960, 10' aluminum Lowell open motorboat powered by a 6.6 HP Johnson outboard motor was caught in a squall with 2' plus white caps. At full plane the vessel entered trough and nosed in swamping and sinking immediately. The two occupants, grabbed Type III PFDs and attempted to make shore. The vessel operator had breathing and medical issues and expired within 30 seconds of being in the water. The passenger swam the deceased 100 yards to shore. The vessel was located in 10' of water and recovered by marine deputies.
 
No injuries / One fatality.
No apparent alcohol involvement.
Minimal damage reported.
Neither occupant was wearing a PFD.
The operator did not have a mandatory Boater Education Card.
No Rules of the Road Violation.


BARDID: WA-2013-0019
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2013-05-05 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:25:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Stillaguamish River
NearestCityTown: Arlington
County: Snohomish
WaterConditions: Rough
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause2: Hazardous waters
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel - 2013, 8' Inflatable Creek Company Sport LT Pontoon Boat 

On 05/05/2013, at about 2:25 p.m., County Fire and Sheriff's Technical Water Rescue units responded to the 1700 block of the Stillaguamish River located in Snohomish county near Arlington, WA after hearing reports of two overturned rafts in the river. A female, (witness), was observed floating down river with one of the rafts. The male, (victim), was observed stuck in a log strainer. 

Fire units arrived and attempted to rescue the stuck rafter (victim). After several minutes, they attached a rope to his PFD. When they tried to pull him free of the log strainer, the PFD slipped over his head and the victim went under the strainer limbs. The victim crossed under another log and then floated down river. 

The victim was pulled from the river by hovercraft operators and CPR was performed without success. 

The female was recovered and driven to her residence. She sustained no injuries or vessel damage. 

Both the female and victim were novice boaters. Both were wearing Type II inflatable PFDs. 

No injuries / One fatality.
There was no apparent alcohol involvement. 
The victim's vessel was a total loss - valued at $200. 
The victim was wearing a Type II inflatable PFD. 
The victim did not have a mandatory Boater Education Card. 
There were no Rules of the Road Violations.


BARDID: WA-2013-0020
Date: 2013-05-05 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:00:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Spanaway Lake
NearestCityTown: Spanaway
County: Pierce
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentCause2: Operator inexperience
AccidentEvent1: Person departed vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel - 2002, 19'9" Fiberglass Bayliner Open Motorboat powered by a 135 HP Mercruiser Engine 

On 5/5/2013, sometime between 2 and 3:00 p.m., the 4 individuals named above were boating/tubing on the South end of Spanaway Lake, located in Pierce county Washington. The operator had stopped the boat so that two people could swim to a tube/raft that was behind the boat. Subject1 swam from the boat to the raft and was holding onto the raft waiting for Subject2 to do the same. Subject2 then jumped into the water without a PFD so a passenger threw one to him. Subject2 grabbed the PFD with one arm and began swimming towards the raft. Subject2 reached the raft and grabbed it with one hand while still holding the PFD in the other hand. Subject2 then stated to Subject1 that he could not hang on any longer. Subject1 then tried to help Subject2, but he started to sink then went under the water and was not seen again. Subject1 screamed for help and the operator and other passenger attempted to locate Subject2 but were unable to do so. 

Law Enforcement interviewed those involved then began using sonar to try and locate Subject2. They covered the area, the last seen point per those involved, using search patterns with the side scan sonar. The images were checked using the 360 degree scanning sonar as well as a mini remote operated underwater vehicle (ROV) and could not locate Subject2.   

On 5/17/2013, at about 12:00 p.m., Law Enforcement were dispatched to Spanaway Lake for the report of a found male body floating in the lake. A vertical surgery scar on the chest (heart valve replacement) confirmed that the found body was that of Subject2. 

No injuries / One fatality 
There was alcohol involvement 
There were no reported damages 
No one on the boat or tubes were wearing a PFD 
The Operator did not have a mandatory Boater Education Card 
No Rules of the Road Violation


BARDID: WA-2013-0021
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2013-06-02 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 10:00:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Pacific Ocean
NearestCityTown: Neah Bay
County: Clallam
WaterConditions: Very Rough
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Force of wave/wake
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel - 1991, 20' Bayliner Trophy Fiberglass Open Motorboat w/150 HP Mercury Outboard Motor 

On 06/02/2013, at about 10:00 am, the vessel described above was drifting about 1.5 miles west of Makah Bay, Neah Bay, WA as the owner/operator was recreational fishing.  The vessel was drifting in the Pacific Ocean about 1.5 miles West of Spike Rock.  As the vessel was drifting, with its nose facing the swells, it encountered a large rouge wave that turned the vessel broad side to the direction of the swells.  A second large rouge wave broke on the vessel, rolled it, and knocked the 4 people aboard into the water.  Passenger, \ retrieved PFDs from the overturned vessel.  Once in the water, two passengers were able to put on PFDs, one passenger used a Type IV throw able, and the other passenger used a fender.  All 4 were rescued about 2 hours later by a Good Samaritan. 

There were 2 injuries. 
No fatalities. 
No apparent alcohol use was indicated. 
The vessel was a total loss.  Value estimated at $12,000. 
No one on board was wearing a PFD prior to the accident.  Once in the water, two passengers were able to put on PFDs, one passenger used a Type IV throw able, and the other passenger used a fender. 
The operator did not have a mandatory Boater Education Card (exempt by age). 
There was no Rules of the Road Violation


BARDID: WA-2013-0022
Date: 2013-05-17 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:45:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Port Gardner, Puget Sound
NearestCityTown: Everett
County: Snohomish
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Overloading
AccidentCause2: Improper loading
AccidentCause3: Force of wave/wake
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Accident Date & Time - 05/17/2013 at about 07:45 pm. 
Vessel - 1975, 13'11" Fiberglass Livingston Runabout powered by a 15 HP Mercury Outboard Motor 

Passenger/injured reported that she and the owner/operator had met at the Everett boat launch on 5/17/2013, at about 6:40 pm, in preparation for a trip to Hat Island.  Operator loaded building supplies into the Livingston.  Passenger listed the building supplies as between 6 and 10 sheets of Wonderboard (a cement based backer board for tile weighing 40 lbs. per board according to Lowes Home Store) and 4 bags of grout (50 lbs. per bag according to Lowes).  They also loaded a 2-day supply of food and clothing plus some beer and a fifth of vodka.  Passenger said that prior to leaving the boat launch area Operator said he had never seen his boat ride that low in the water before. 

Passenger reported that she and Operator left the boat launch area in the Livingston at about 7:15 pm and motored down the river and past the navy base then turned towards Hats Island.  She stated that Operator became concerned about the balance of the boat and moved around to where he was standing in front of the steering console and driving with his back towards the front of the boat.  He then moved the 4 bags of grout up to the bow of the boat and continued driving while standing in front of the console.  Passenger said that the boat was not able to move very fast because of the weight of the boat. 

Passenger reported that at about 7:45 pm the boat took a wave over the stern and then a couple of waves over the bow and the boat capsized.  She and Operator both ended up in the water but climbed onto the upside down boat in order to get out of the water.  They stayed on the hull of the boat for about 45 minutes.   

At about 8:30 pm the sun was starting to set and Passenger said that she made the decision to start swimming towards the tower with the white light.  She got into the water and started swimming and Operator entered the water right behind her.  She said that the current pushed them past the tower and they could not swim fast enough to beat the current. 

Passenger said that after dark she got separated from Operator and didn't know where the boat was.  She started screaming for help and clinging to her life jacket which she had around her neck but did not have the strap attached that goes behind her neck.  She said she does not remember being pulled out of the water by those aboard the rescue boat.  She was transported to Providence Hospital Colby Campus suffering from hypothermia and exposure. 

At about 4:15 am, a Sector Puget Sound helicopter spotted the victim (Operator) and vessel on the beach in position 48.03N/122.16W.  They were not able to get close enough to the victim because of shallow water.  Tulalip fire personnel were able to reach the victim (Operator) and determined he was deceased.  Fire personnel and Tulalip Fisheries personnel recovered the victim and brought him to their dock area in Tulalip Bay.   

The toxicology report is pending but it is believed that the cause of death had been ruled as a saltwater drowning complicated by hypothermia. 

1 Injury / 1 Fatality 
Alcohol Involvement is unknown - Pending toxicology report. 
Damages estimated at $500. 
PFDs were worn by both parties involved. 
The operator did not have a mandatory Boater Education Card. 
There were no Rules of the Road Violations.


BARDID: WA-2013-0023
Date: 2013-05-25 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:09:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Wenatchee River
NearestCityTown: Leavenworth
County: Chelan
WaterConditions: Unknown
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Hazardous waters
AccidentCause2: Operator inexperience
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel - 2012, 13'8" Inflatable Raft - Creature Craft/Generation   

During the investigation of the incident, it was determined Operator and his adult son (name unknown) had joined the "Creature Craft" rafting group on a trek to the Leavenworth area to float the class 4 and 5+ rapids on the Wenatchee River in Tumwater Canyon.  The rafts being used on 5/25/2013 were single person vessels equipped with a thigh strap (Velcro fastening) that secures the operator to the seat and the vessel attaching over the upper thighs of the operator. 
  
On 05/25/2013, at about 4:09 pm, it was reported that Operator had just been ejected out of his vessel while on the Wenatchee River in Tumwater Canyon near milepost 94 of State Highway 2.  Operator's Creature Craft raft was seen by witnesses roll to the side while he was navigating a class 5+ rapid near milepost 96 of the highway.  Operator was seen coming out of his thigh harness while nearly inverted in the rapids.  Witnesses stated that after being ejected, Operator was observed attempting to swim downstream through the rapids, but they lost sight of him shortly after in the white water. 

A member of the "Creature Craft" group had staged himself in calmer water downstream of the second extreme rapids in anticipation of any fellow rafters having a problem above.  That witness observed Operator's raft float to an eddy area on the west shoreline empty.  Other "Creature Craft" rafters traveling behind Operator were advised of the situation and began searching for him.   

At about 4:15 pm, fellow rafters located Operator unconscious and unresponsive in an eddy downriver near the west bank of the river.  They immediately pulled Operator into another raft and initiated CPR.  Operator was floated to the east side of the river near the highway so that emergency personnel could access him.  Medics responded and continued lifesaving efforts on the east bank of the river.  Operator was transported to Cascade Medical Center in Leavenworth, WA.  At 5:26 pm, Operator was confirmed deceased.  Operator was wearing a personal flotation device, wet suit, and helmet at the time of the accident and were still attached when he was retrieved from the river.   

The fellow rafters stated that they had made numerous attempts on both 5/24 and 5/25 to try and talk Operator out of attempting to float the 5+ rapids of the river in his raft.  They felt that Operator did not have the proper experience to float the class + rapids, nor did they feel his physical condition was such to swim the river if needed.  (Operator was 6-02 in height and nearly 300lbs in weight.) 

No injuries / 1 Fatality 
There was no apparent alcohol involvement. 
There were no damages reported. 
The victim was wearing a Type IV PFD. 
The victim did not have a mandatory Boater Education Card - Exempt by age. 
There were no Rules of the Road violations.


BARDID: WA-2013-0024
Date: 2013-06-05 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:46:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Chelan
NearestCityTown: Manson
County: Chelan
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Wednesday
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 (V1) - 1997 Ski Doo PWC powered by 718cc jet engine. 
Vessel#2 (V2) - 1998 Ski Doo PWC powered by 976cc jet engine. 

On 06/05/2013, at about 3:46 pm, V1 and V2 were cruising on Lake Chelan near Wapato Point in Chelan county Washington. The two PWCs were operating side by side when one cut in front of the other causing a collision and injury to operator of V1. It was reported that Operator1 was admitted to the hospital with head injuries. 

According to Law Enforcement it is believed that (V1) was the operator that cut in front of the other PWC but unable to determine. 

1 Injury / 0 Fatalities 
There was no apparent alcohol involvement. 
There was no damage reported to either vessel. 
Both Operators were wearing Type V PFDs. 
Both Operators had their mandatory Boater Education Card. 
Rules of the Road Violation - Overtaking Situation


BARDID: WA-2013-0025
Date: 2013-06-07 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 09:58:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Clear Lake
NearestCityTown: Orting
County: Pierce
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: None
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: People on gunwale, bow, or transom
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On 06/07/2013, at about 09:58 am, a 14' aluminum rowboat was fishing in Clear Lake near Eatonville, WA.  There were a total of 3 people (brothers) aboard the boat at the time of the incident.  
 
The victim was standing at the bow and fell into the water.  As he went in, he grabbed onto the side of the boat and tipped it over causing the other two occupants to fall in the water as well.
 
There was only one person wearing a PFD and only one PFD on the boat.  The boat was towed to shore and the victim was transported to the hospital and admitted for hypoxia.
 
1 Injury / 0 Fatalities
There was no apparent alcohol involvement.
$250 vessel damage reported (motor).
The operator was not wearing a PFD.
The operator did not have the mandatory Boater Education Card.  Exempt by age.
There were no Rules of the Road Violations.


BARDID: WA-2013-0026
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2013-05-03 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:12:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Tapps
NearestCityTown: Bonney Lake
County: Pierce
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentCause2: Drug use
AccidentCause3: Operator inattention
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel 1 (V1) - 2010, 10'6" Fiberglass Yamaha VX1100 PWC - 400cc Yamaha Inboard Water Jet Engine 

On 05/03/2013, at about 5:14 p.m. Law Enforcement was dispatched to a jet ski collision on Lake Tapps located in Pierce County Washington. When officers arrived at about 5:58 p.m., it was observed that V1 had collided with a dock protruding from the shoreline. V1 had been traveling west, at approximately 31-40 mph, very close to the shoreline prior to the impact. The front end of V1 was embedded into the dock and was badly damaged. V1 was so badly embedded into the dock that fire personnel had to use a chain saw to cut away part of the dock to free the vessel. The handlebars of V1 appeared to be broken and were in a position much further forward than normal. 

The dock was also badly damaged. The piers under the dock were no longer vertical and were leaning badly in the direction of the impact. The 40' x 8' solid dock was broken from the bulkhead and pushed approximately 3' off center. Split cross boards and buckled/broken deck boards - damages estimated at $10,000. 

Officers were informed that there were two people on the vessel at the time of the collision. Both victims had been transported by fire personnel for medical treatment prior to Law Enforcement's arrival. 

When questioned by Law Enforcement, neither occupant of the vessel could recall any details of the crash. occupant stated that he had been drinking prior to the accident - amount is unknown. Operator stated that he had not been drinking prior to the accident although the Officer who was questioning him could smell alcohol on his breath. 

According to hospital staff, Occupant had suffered a bilateral sub durra hematoma. When asked for clarification of the injury by Law Enforcement, they were informed that Occupant was bleeding in his brain on both sides of his head - a possible life threatening injury. 

Operator's injuries included several broken ribs on his left side, a lacerated spleen, and a fracture on his T-12 vertebrae in his back - all injures were most likely non life threatening. 

Two injuries / No fatalities. 
There was apparent alcohol involvement. 
The vessel was a total loss. Dock damages estimated at $10,000. 
Both occupants were wearing PFDs. 
The operator did have a mandatory Boater Education Card. 
There was a Rules of the Road Violation - Safe Speed


BARDID: WA-2013-0027
Date: 2013-06-05 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:35:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Lawrence
NearestCityTown: Yelm
County: Thurston
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Wednesday
AccidentCause1: Navigation rules violation
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
AccidentCause3: Operator inexperience
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by vessel
AccidentEvent3: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 (V1) - 1997, 9' Yamaha Waverunner PWC 
Vessel #2 (V2) - 1997, 10' Yamaha Waveventure PWC 

On 06/05/2013, at about 3:35 p.m., two PWCs were operating on Lawrence Lake located in Thurston County near Yelm, WA. Each PWC had one operator and no passengers. V1 decided to "spray" V2, with the wake/jet stream from his PWC. V1 approached V2 at an unsafe speed and turned away within a few feet of V2. V2 also turned to avoid the jet spray. Both operators turned into one another causing the collision. 

V2 struck port side of V1. Operator2's bow struck Operator1's left leg in the calf area causing a compound fracture and uncontrolled bleeding problem for Operator1. Operator1 was ejected into the water after the impact. Operator2 jumped into the water, drug Operator1 onto his vessel (V2) and transported him to the boat ramp where medics gave aide before transporting Operator1 to St. Peter's Hospital where Operator1 has had several surgeries to repair his broken leg. 

V1 sustained scratches to the port side of the seat and console directly ahead of the seat. V2 sustained damage to the port side of the bow. 

One injury / No fatalities. 
There was no apparent alcohol involvement. 
Damage estimate to V1 is $50. Damage estimate to V2 is $500. 
Both operators were wearing PFDs. 
Neither operator had a mandatory Boater Education Card. 
Navigation Rules Violation.


BARDID: WA-2013-0028
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2013-06-08 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:10:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Puget Sound
NearestCityTown: Southworth
County: Kitsap
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Engine
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (non-fuel)
RedactedNarrative:
On 06/08/2013, at about 3:10 p.m., a Kitsap County Sheriff's Officer overheard a marine broadband radio distress call in reference to a boat fire between Blake Island and Vashon Island. A 1975, 36' Grand Banks trawler had an engine room fire. 

The officer responded to the area and located the boat on fire. He made contact with the owner and was advised that the boat was possibly still on fire. Smoke was still coming from the vessel. The officer boarded the vessel and could feel the heat from fire on the deck of the boat. 

The decision was made for Operator to leave the vessel and get on the officer's boat. A chartered scuba dive boat, that had stopped to render assistance, was also tied up to Operator' boat. Operator' wife and his brother-in-law, were on board the dive boat. It was decided to transfer the two and a dog onto the officers' boat also. The officer advised the dive boat to disconnect from Operator' vessel. 

Prior to the officer's arrival one of the divers from the dive boat emptied two CO2 fire extinguishers into the engine compartment. Officers deployed the anchor of Operator' vessel and removed an external gas tank. 

Seattle Fire Department fire boat arrived on scene, fire personnel made entry onto the vessel and applied foam to the engine compartment. Once Operator' vessel was safe, three people, and the officer boarded the vessel. 

It appeared that the transfer case to the engine possibly overheated and started the fire. There was charring to the wood around the transfer case. The back sides of the floor covering the engine compartment were also black. 

There were no injuries or fatalities. 
There was no apparent alcohol involvement. 
The vessel was a total loss - valued at $110,000. 
No PFDs were worn at the time of incident. 
The operator did not have a mandatory Boater Education Card - Exempt by age. 
There were no Rules of the Road Violations.


BARDID: WA-2013-0029
Date: 2013-06-10 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 22:00:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Guemes Channel
NearestCityTown: Bellingham
County: Skagit
WaterConditions: Choppy
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Poor
DayofWeek: Monday
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause2: Restricted vision
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 (V1) - 2006, 18' Fiberglass Trophy Open Motorboat powered by 115 HP Mercury Outboard Engine

On 06/10/2013, at about 10:00 p.m., V1 was cruising in the Guemes Channel located in Skagit County WA.  The operator was on his way back to Bellingham when V1 struck an object, believed to be a piling, on the East side of Guemes Island.
 
A Whatcom County Sheriff's Deputy responded to V1, that was involved in a crash at the above location.  The vessel came into Hilton Harbor in Bellingham.  The crash occurred in Skagit County.  Operator  reported damages of $2,000 or more on the BAR.  No other damage amount was indicated on the report.
 
One injury / No fatalities
No apparent alcohol involvement
Damage reported as $2,000 or more
The operator was wearing a PFD
The operator did not have the mandatory Boater Education Card
No Rules of the Road Violation


BARDID: WA-2013-0030
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2013-06-16 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 20:44:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Columbia River
NearestCityTown: Vantage
County: Grant
WaterConditions: Very Rough
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Storm
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Weather
AccidentCause2: Hazardous waters
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent3: Capsizing
RedactedNarrative:
On 6/16/2013, at about 8:44 p.m., (owner) had off loaded passengers and himself from the vessel at the dock.  Owner was walking the vessel around the end of the dock to the launch lane with a rope attached to the vessel when the wind pulled the vessel from his control.  Due to the high winds there were no other boats in the area to assist.  The Sheriff's office was called for assistance.  The Sheriff's response time from the call was about an hour.  When deputies arrived the winds had been blowing at about 40 mph pushing the vessel to the East shoreline.  The vessel became filled with water and sank.  Wave action with continuing winds made a safe recovery impossible until the winds went down. 

The Sheriff's office responded the following morning (6/17) when the wind had gone down and towed the submerged vessel back to the boat launch. The vessel had been filled with water and had superficial fiberglass damage in many locations on the hull.  No holes penetrated the hull. 

No injuries or fatalities. 
There was no apparent alcohol involvement. 
Vessel damage was estimated at $2,200. 
No PFDs were worn. 
The operator did not have a mandatory Boater Education Card. 
There were no Rules of the Road violations.


BARDID: WA-2013-0031
Date: 2013-05-12 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:00:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Walulla
NearestCityTown: Finley
County: Benton
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Equipment failure
AccidentCause2: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Engine
EquipmentFailure: Other
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
RedactedNarrative:
On 5/12/2013, in the p.m., exact time unknown, Operator was sailing his vessel on Lake Walulla near the Life Bridge (railroad) located near Finley, WA in Benton county.  The mainsail and jib were out.  Operator pulled the main in and the jib sheet jammed in the furler.  He could not pull the jib in.  The engine had begun to overheat.  He pulled the main back out but the sail could not overcome the current.  The engine shut down.  The current pushed the vessel into the Life Bridge sideways.  The hull went under the bridge.  The mast, jib, and all standing rigging were knocked down and lost.
 
No injuries / fatalities.
No apparent alcohol involved. 
Vessel damage was estimated at $45,000.
PFDs were worn.
The operator did not have a mandatory Boater Education Card.
No Rules of the Road Violations.


BARDID: WA-2013-0032
Date: 2013-05-21 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:23:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Rooseveldt
NearestCityTown: Kettle Falls
County: Ferry
WaterConditions: Very Rough
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Storm
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Tuesday
AccidentCause1: Hazardous waters
AccidentCause2: Weather
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel - 1991, 6' Lund Aluminum Open Motorboat powered by a 40 hp Mercury gasoline outboard engine. 

On 05/21/2013, at about 1:23 pm, Victim was fishing in Lake Roosevelt, 150 yards South of the Highway 395 bridge located near Kettle Falls in Ferry county WA.  A fisherman on shore witnessed the operator (Victim) heading South.  While heading South, a gust of wind along with large swells caused the bow of Victim's vessel to go straight up.  Witness stated that he saw Victim fall off the stern of the vessel. The vessel turned around and continued North.  Witness observed Victim attempting to swim towards the vessel and the shoreline yelling for help.  Shortly thereafter Witness lost sight of Victim due to large swells and no longer heard him yelling for help.  Witness did not know whether or not Victim was wearing a PFD.   

Another vessel operator later saw the vessel without its operator, in gear, and grabbed it.  Park Rangers responded and took the vessel out of gear and towed it back to the Kettle Falls Marina.  When the vessel was found it was in forward gear.  Victim has not been recovered. 

No injures / one fatality. 
Alcohol involvement is unknown. 
No vessel damage. 
The operator was not wearing a PFD. 
The operator did not have a mandatory Boater Education Card. 
There were no Rules of the Road Violation.


BARDID: WA-2013-0033
Date: 2013-06-08 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:00:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Goodwin
NearestCityTown: Marysville
County: Snohomish
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Operator inexperience
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by vessel
AccidentEvent3: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On 06/08/2013, at about 1:00 pm, Vessels #1 and #2 were operating on the East side of Lake Goodwin located in Snohomish county WA when the vessels collided.  Both vessels were operating at an estimated speed of 11-20 mph with V1 traveling just ahead and to the left of V2.  The vessels were east bound headed to the middle of the lake when suddenly V1 made a sharp right hand turn spinning around at 180 degrees.  This maneuver put V1 facing V2 and directly in its path.  V2 had little or not time to react and subsequently collided with V1.  The vessels collided outside of the no-wake zone just past the blue floating dock.
 
The vessels hit head on and V2 went over the front of V1 throwing both operators from their vessels.  When Operator2 (V2) regained his bearings he immediately began to look for Operator1 (V1).  Operator2 found Operator1 nearby face down, unconscious in the water.  Operator2 rolled Operator1 over and could see that he had suffered some type of head injury.  Operator2 began to yell for help and swimming to the docks.  A witness on shore called 911.  A nearby ski boat had heard the cries for help and responded to the scene of the accident and recovered both Operator1 and Operator2 from the water returning them to a nearby dock where medical personnel was waiting.  During this time, Operator1 began to regain consciousness.  Due to his head injury, Operator1 was transported to the hospital for further evaluation.  According to his family, Operator1 did not appear to have any serious injuries other than a laceration to his left eye that required 12 stitches.
 
Both PWCs were recovered with minor damages.  Both Operator1 and Operator2 received infractions for not having their mandatory Boater Education Card.
 
One injury / No fatalities.
No apparent alcohol involvement.
Both PWCs received only minor damages.
Both operators were wearing a PFD and had their safety lanyards properly attached.
Neither operator had a mandatory Boater Education Card.
There were no Rules of the Road Violations.


BARDID: WA-2013-0034
Date: 2013-06-29 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:55:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Tapps
NearestCityTown: Bonney Lake
County: Pierce
WaterConditions: Rough
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Sharp turn
AccidentCause2: Force of wave/wake
AccidentEvent1: Skier mishap
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel - 2005, 24' Larson Fiberglass Open Motorboat powered by 8.1 HP Volvo engine towing an inner tube 
On 6/29/2013, at about 4:00 pm, the vessel was operating on Lake Tapps located in Pierce county, WA on the Northwest side of Inlet Island .  The vessel was towing an inner tube behind the vessel carrying 3 passengers, traveling at an estimated speed of 20 mph.  
 
Operatorwas driving the vessel and was turning when the inner tube struck a large wave.  Tuber1 was one of the riders on the inner tube that was being towed behind the vessel.  When the tube struck the wave Tuber1 collided with another rider on the same inner tube knocking him into the water.  Operator circled around to pick up Tuber1, who had lost consciousness and was floating in the water with his eyes open, gurgling, and unresponsive.  Tuber1 regained consciousness and was assisted back into the vessel.  He had no apparent injuries but was reported to be suffering from memory loss.  Tuber1 was transported by ambulance to Auburn General Hospital to be examined due to the memory loss he was suffering.  Neither of the other two passengers riding on the tube were injured.  All 3 tube passengers were wearing type III PFDs.
 
One injury / No fatalities.
There was no apparent alcohol involvement.
There were no vessel damages reported.
Neither the operator or boat passengers were wearing a PFD.
All 3 tube riders were wearing PFDs.
The operator did have his mandatory Boater Education Card.
There were no Rules of the Road Violations.


BARDID: WA-2013-0035
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2013-06-23 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 22:15:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Puget Sound
NearestCityTown: Des Moines
County: King
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Poor
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Ignition of Spilled Fuel or Vapor
MachineryFailure: Ventilation
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (fuel)
RedactedNarrative:
On 6/23/2013, at about 10:15 pm the vessels were moored/docked in "J" dock at Des Moines Marina.  Explosion on V1 ignited a fire extending to multiple nearby boats & the wood framed & metal roof dock, extensively damaging the boats, dock, & roof.  Two of the three people aboard the boat of origin (V1) sustained burn injuries.  Most of the fire damage was centered around Slip 13 & extended from Slip 11 out to Slips 17 & 18.   

V1 owner reported going down to the dock after work on 6/23 to meet with victims to talk about work they had been doing on the boat (cleaning, polishing, etc.).  He said they got to the dock at about 10:00 pm & as they walked up to his boat (V1) he started smelling a strong odor of gasoline.  When he unzipped the canvas on the boat he was hit with a very strong odor of gasoline.  He opened the door to the galley & the smell of gasoline was over powering.  V1 owner went to the stern of the boat with Victim1 & opened the engine compartment hatch to try & locate where the odor was coming from.  V1 owner found 1 to 2 inches of gasoline in the bilge which he said is normally dry.  V1 owner stated he opened the hatch to the engine compartment & Victim2 was turning on lights in the boat.  He said within seconds there was a very large explosion in the galley where Victim2 was at that time.  He ran to get a fire extinguisher but within seconds the fire was too large to combat.   

V1 owner said that Victim2 came running out onto the dock & ran the wrong direction getting trapped by fire.  Victim1 got blown off the boat & they both had to run off the dock to escape the fire.  V1 owner said the boat was turned off & was dark when they entered the galley & was unsure of the source of ignition.   

V1 owner said the motor had been replaced last year & the drive unit had been rebuilt this year.  A new water tank had been installed along with new bilge pumps,  wiring, & new fuse panel.  He was out in the boat 2 days prior to the incident & the boat died.  He brought it back in using the kicker motor.  Once at the dock the main motor fired up & ran fine. 

Heat & smoke damage centered around Slip 13 on the south side of the dock.  Fire, heat, & smoke damage extended up & out from Slip 13 encompassing the dock, wood framing, roof structure & metal roof.   

Slip 11  V3 had extensive fire, heat & smoke damage to top & starboard side 
Slip 14  V4 had extensive fire, heat, smoke & melting damage to stern & across length of boat to bow & down to water line 
Slip 15  V2 was floating up against “I” dock south of “J” dock sitting low in water w/ extensive fire, heat & smoke damage (heaviest on port side) from bow to stern down to water line 
Slip 16  V5 was floating up against the north side of “J” dock in front of Slips 18 & 20.  Boat burned down to water line w/ most fire damage to stern & starboard side & rear cockpit area 
Slip 17  V7 had fire, heat, smoke & melting damage to port side & top of boat 
Slip 18  V6 had radiant heat damage to starboard side, top & canvas 

No alcohol involved nor violations of PFD regulations.


BARDID: WA-2013-0036
Date: 2013-06-28 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:10:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Puget Sound
NearestCityTown: Shoreline
County: King
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause3: Force of wave/wake
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel - 1980, 9' aluminum Smokercraft open motorboat powered by a 2.5 hp gas engine.
On 6/28/2013, at about 6:10 pm, three males were cruising in a vessel (see above) on Puget Sound near Richmond Beach Park located in King county.  The boat was headed South bound from Richmond Beach Park about 200 yards from shore.  A wave swamped the boat causing it to capsize and the men to fall overboard.  The men held onto the boat until it made it to shore.  The USCG assisted the men and recovered the boat.  All three men were transported to Northwest Hospital for minor injuries (hypothermia).
 
The operator said he was free diving in and out of the boat and may have tipped the rear transom into the water when climbing back into the boat causing it to become overloaded with water.  The overload of water eventually caused the boat to capsize.  
 
3 Injuries / No fatalities.
No apparent alcohol involvement.
No damages reported to the boat.
No one on board the boat was wearing a PFD.
The operator did not have a mandatory Boater Education Card.
There were no Rules of the Road Violations.


BARDID: WA-2013-0037
Date: 2013-06-29 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:25:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Newman Lake
NearestCityTown: Newman Lake
County: Spokane
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentCause2: Sharp turn
AccidentCause3: Operator inexperience
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by vessel
AccidentEvent3: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On 6/29/2013, at about 7:25 pm, 2 PWCs were operating at an estimated speed of 11-20 mph on Newman Lake located in Spokane county Washington.   

V1 was following directly behind V2.  V2 made an abrupt turn and V1 struck V2 and Operator2.   

Operator1 (V1) was wearing a Type III PFD and lanyard at the time of incident.  Operator1 was arrested for BUI.  He was not injured. 

Operator2 (V2) was wearing a Type III PFD and lanyard at the time of incident.  Operator2 had been drinking but was not intoxicated.  Operator2 sustained a deep laceration to her leg requiring several layers of stitches. 

1 Injury / No Fatalities. 
Alcohol involvement was indicated.  Operator1 (V1) was arrested for BUI.  Operator2 (V2) had been drinking but was not intoxicated. 
V1 damage estimated at $500.  V2 damage estimated at $1,500. 
Both operators were wearing Type III PFDs. 
Operator1 (V1) had his mandatory Boater Education Card.  Operator2 (V2) did not have her mandatory Boater Education Card. 
Operator1 (V1) was cited for BUI, Negligent Operation, Improper Number Display, and Wake Zone Violation.


BARDID: WA-2013-0038
Date: 2013-06-30 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:43:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Yakima River
NearestCityTown: Ellensburg
County: Kittitas
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: None
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
AccidentCause3: Navigation rules violation
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On 6/30/2013, at about 3:43 pm, two PWCs (above) were operating on the Yakima River near Roza Recreation Area, located in Kittitas county. V1  was operating at an estimated speed of 1-10 mph and was approximately 1/2 way across the Yakima River at Roza Recreation Area just South of the No Wake Zone. V1 had a small child (5 years old) with him. (V1) was traveling in small tight circles. There had been no other vessels in the area at the time. 

As he was facing up river, (V1) was struck from behind by V2. (V2) was traveling "fast" according to (V1). (V2) was not paying attention as he is an inexperienced operator with this occasion being his first time on the river. (V2) saw (V1) as he approached but wasn't able to take evasive action to prevent the collision from behind. All parties were ejected into the water. There were no injuries. V1 sustained a large hole on the back side. V2 sustained damage to the bow. 

No injuries / No fatalities. 
There was no apparent alcohol involvement. 
V1 damages estimated at $1,000. V2 damages also estimated at $1,000. 
(V1) was wearing a Type III PFD, no lanyard. (V2) was wearing a Type III PFD and lanyard. 
(V1) had his mandatory Boater Education Card. (V32) did not have his mandatory Boater Education Card. 
 (V2) was cited for a Rules of the Road Violation, Steering & Sailing Overtaking. He was also cited for Failure to Posses Boater Education Card.


BARDID: WA-2013-0039
Date: 2013-07-01 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:00:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Strait of Juan de Fuca
NearestCityTown: Sekiu
County: Clallam
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Monday
AccidentCause1: Force of wave/wake
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Grounding
RedactedNarrative:
on 7/1/2013, at about 5:00 pm, this vessel was fishing/trolling in the Strait of Juan de Fuca near Kydaka Point located in Clallam county.  As the vessel was operating, three large waves broke over the transom.  The bilge pump was not able to keep up with all the water that had spilled into the boat.  The operator, was able to run the vessel to shore then up onto the beach before it sank.
 
No injuries or fatalities.
There was no apparent alcohol involvement.
Vessel damage was estimated at $2,500.  Property damage was estimated at $250.
All four on board the vessel were wearing PFDs.
The operator did not have a mandatory Boater Education Card.
There were no Rules of the Road Violations.


BARDID: WA-2013-0040
Date: 2013-07-03 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 09:10:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Strait of Juan de Fuca
NearestCityTown: Port Angeles
County: Clallam
WaterConditions: Rough
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Wednesday
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
AccidentCause3: Force of wave/wake
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On7/3/2013, at about 9:15 a.m., Operator1 (V1) was fishing with his son and son’s friend.  All three were trolling for salmon in about 110 feet of water on the north side of Ediz Hook.   

V2 was between Operator1 and Ediz Hook trolling east bound.  Operator2 hooked a fish and his vessel (V2) turned starboard into V1 striking the aft quarter of V1.   an occupant of V1, attempted to push V2 off before it struck V1.  His right hand was crushed between the boats.   

Operator1 stated he would be taking victim to Clinic Care to get his hand stitched up.  Operator1 followed-up with Law Enforcement stating he took victim to the ER.  His right hand had been crushed and they glued the wound closed.  No bones were broken and he has to wear a sling for a week. 

One injury / No fatalities. 
No apparent alcohol involvement. 
Damage estimate to V1 was $100.  V2 reported no damages. 
No PFDs were worn by anyone involved in this accident. 
Operator of V1 had his mandatory Boater Education Card.  V2 operator did not.
Rules of the Road Violation - No Proper Lookout.


BARDID: WA-2013-0041
Date: 2013-07-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:32:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Hood Canal
NearestCityTown: Belfair
County: Mason
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Thursday
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Sudden medical condition
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel - 1998, 18' fiberglass open motorboat powered by a 90 hp Suzuki engine. 

On 7/4/2013, at about 6:32 p.m., Operator had been crabbing in Hood Canal about 231 feet off shore located in Mason county.  He had just returned to mooring buoy where he tied his boat (above).  He then attempted to step into a small 10' row boat to return to shore. 

The witness reported seeing Operator having his hands on the 18' open motorboat (above) and his feet in the row boat.  The row boat started to separate from the 18' open motorboat causing Operator to be stretched out over the water.  Operator fell into the water but was still holding onto the side of the row boat.  He was unable to recover himself back into the boat. 

Witness ran out of the house and took her kayak out to rescue Operator.  When she got to Operator he told her he was having a hard time breathing.  He started to let go of the row boat.  Witness jumped into the water to assist him.  She towed him to shore where CPR was started.  Operator was not revived. 

The initial exam by the Coroner indicated that there were signs that Operator suffered a heart attack most likely triggered by the cold shock effect of falling into the water. 

No injuries / One fatality. 
There was no apparent alcohol involvement. 
There was no vessel damage. 
The operator/victim was not wearing a PFD. 
The operator/victim did not have a mandatory Boater Education Card (age exempt). 
There were no Rules of the Road Violations.


BARDID: WA-2013-0042
Date: 2013-07-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:00:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Columbia River
NearestCityTown: Vantage
County: Grant
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Thursday
AccidentCause1: Hazardous waters
AccidentCause2: Force of wave/wake
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Grounding
RedactedNarrative:
On 7/4/2013, at about 4:00 p.m., Operator was attempting to trailer the vessel when it was overcome by 4-5 foot waves and filled with water.  The vessel was tied off to shore, in the Columbia River, Wanapum dam upper, next to the launch.  The vessel was left overnight for removal in the morning when the winds went down.  The shore in this area is basalt rock which damaged the hull as wave action worked the vessel against the shoreline.  
 
Operator stated that the weather report had indicated 10-17 mph winds but the winds were definitely higher than that.  Law enforcement became aware of the vessel at 6:12 p.m., but did not locate the owner (Operator) until several hours later.  The vessel was removed the following day (7/5/2013).
 
No injuries / fatalities.
There was no report of alcohol involvement.
Vessel damages were estimated at $2,500.
Neither the operator or passenger was wearing a PFD.
The operator/owner did not have his mandatory Boater Education Card.  He did indicate that he is currently in the process of acquiring his card.
There were no Rules of the Road Violations.


BARDID: WA-2013-0043
Date: 2013-07-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:08:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Moses Lake
NearestCityTown: Moses Lake
County: Grant
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Unkn
DayofWeek: Thursday
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
AccidentCause2: Alcohol
MachineryFailure: Throttle
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
RedactedNarrative:
On 07/04/2013, at about 6:08 p.m., this vessel was operating on Moses Lake near the I-90 Overpass at Mount Lake Boat Launch, located in Grant county. The operator reported that he removed his foot from the throttle and the boat did not respond and continued at current (unknown) speed as the vessel approached a no wake zone and freeway overpass. He pressed the foot throttle to fix the problem. The boat began to slow down but not fast enough. operator made the decision to turn the boat away from the overpass to avoid any boats that may be coming from the other direction. Because there was no power to help produce the complete turn, the boat ran aground damaging the boat. 

No injuries / No fatalities. 
There was alcohol involved. The operator was arrested for BUI. 
Vessel damage was reported at $2,000.00 
No one on board the vessel was wearing a PFD. 
The operator did have his mandatory Boater Education Card. 
Rules of the Road Violation - Boating Under the Influence.


BARDID: WA-2013-0044
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2013-07-05 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:22:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Banks Lake
NearestCityTown: Electric City
County: Grant
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
AccidentCause3: Excessive speed
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On 07/05/2013, at about 3:22 p.m., these two PWCs were operating on Banks Lake, located in Grant county, and collided to the North of Steamboat Rock State Park. 

According to the two operators, they had both been playing doing donuts and jumping wake with the PWCs. V2 had come to a stop. V1 came out of a circle and was going towards V2.  Operator1 (V1) misjudged his speed and, not being totally familiar with the controls, hit Operator2 (V2) on the left side. Operator2 stated that Operator1 was not playing or traveling at an excessive speed at the time he came towards her. 

Law Enforcement reported that V2 had significant fiberglass damage on the port side just behind the operator's normal position. The damage indicated that impact had been close to perpendicular to the vessel. Not only the outer surface crushed but the inner wall where it went back down to the standing area had also been crushed. The extent of damage indicated some speed and weight came from the striking vessel (V1). V1 had no noticeable damage and continued to be in use. It is believed that V1 struck V2 with the rub rail on the marriage line of the vessel. 

Officers questioned both operators about alcohol use. Both Operator2 and Operator1 stated that they each had a bloody mary early in the day but nothing else. The officer stated that he did not smell any odor of alcoholic beverages on Operator2's breath and that there were no indications that Operator1 was under the influence. 

Operator2 (V2) sustained injures to her lower back and a large hematoma to her left hip. She was transported by ambulance to Coulee Community Hospital in Grand Coulee, WA for her injuries. 

Operator1, (V1) was issued an infraction for negligent operation of vessel. 

One injury / No fatalities. 
Alcohol use did not contribute to this incident. 
Estimated damage to V2 of $2,500. 
Both vessel operators were wearing a PFD. 
Neither operator had a mandatory Boater Education Card. 
Rules of the Road Violation - Negligent Operation of Vessel (V1)


BARDID: WA-2013-0045
Date: 2013-07-05 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:45:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Banks Lake
NearestCityTown: Electric City
County: Grant
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause2: Navigation rules violation
AccidentEvent1: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On 07/05/2013, at about 3:45 p.m., this PWC was operating on Banks Lake in the Steamboat Rock area located in Grant county WA. 

An experienced operator, was playing on this PWC doing donuts and jumping waves.  She indicated that she fell off and was struck on the left leg by the vessel.  She sustained cuts and bruises to her left leg.  She was transported by ambulance to Coulee Community Hospital in Grand Coulee, WA.  Hospital staff determined that her leg was not broken and she was released from the Emergency Room. 

One injury / No fatalities. 
There was no indication of alcohol involvement. 
There was no reported vessel damage. 
The operator was wearing a PFD. 
The operator did not have a mandatory Boater Education Card. 
There were no Rules of the Road Violations.


BARDID: WA-2013-0046
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2013-07-07 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 10:45:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Snake River
NearestCityTown: Pasco
County: Franklin
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent3: Capsizing
RedactedNarrative:
On 07/07/2013, at about 10:45 a.m., this vessel, was operating on the Snake River on the Franklin county side of Strawberry Island.  The operator was towing a skier, when the vessel hit a hidden rock near Strawberry Island creating a hole in the hull.  The vessel began to take on water through the hole in the hull.  The vessel began to sink, then capsized.
 
The vessel was retrieved from the river using air bags.  Franklin county officers drug the vessel, submerged underwater, to Hood Park.
 
No injuries or fatalities.
There was no apparent alcohol involvement.
The vessel was a total loss with damages reported at $25,000. 
The operator was not wearing a PFD.  The water skier was wearing a PFD.
The operator did not have a mandatory Boater Education Card.
There were no Rules of the Road Violations.


BARDID: WA-2013-0047
Date: 2013-07-11 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 09:58:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Padilla Bay
NearestCityTown: Anacortes
County: Skagit
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Thursday
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel - 1997, 40' Fiberglass Bayliner Cabin Motorboat - BIG DAWG 

On 7/11/2013 at about 9:58 a.m., this vessel was cruising on Padilla Bay in Swinomish Channel just north of the train trestle bridge in Skagit county.  The operator ran the boat into some shallow water and got stuck.  As the boat had run into the shallow water his wife (occupant/injured) fell down and was complaining of a sore foot and apparently she had a broken tooth.  
 
Skagit county law enforcement officers made contact.  They loaded victim onto the Skagit Bay Search and Rescue boat and transported her back to LaConner, where they were going to meet up with her son and drop her off.
 
Operator stayed with the boat to make sure that it was going to be OK.  He waited for the tide to come in then motored to Cap Santa Marina where the boat was taken out to be assessed for any type of damage.
 
One injury / No fatalities.
There was no apparent alcohol involvement.
There was no vessel damage reported.
Both the operator and occupant were wearing PFDs.
The operator did not have a mandatory Boater Education Card - Age exempt.
There were no Rules of the Road Violations.


BARDID: WA-2013-0048
Date: 2013-07-12 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:23:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Strait of Juan de Fuca
NearestCityTown: Sediu
County: Clallam
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Weather
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by vessel
AccidentEvent3: Fall in vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On 7/12/2013, at about 12:23 p.m., Operator1 was backing his boat (V1) away from Van Riper's docks, located on the Strait of Juan de Fuca in Clallam county, WA.  Operator1 was having problems with the wind blowing him into boats that were tied up along the dock.  Operator1's passenger was able to push them off of two boats that were tied up to avoid from hitting them. 

 (V2) was tied up to Van Riper's dock working on his boat.  V2subject heard Operator1 maneuvering his boat.  V2subject looked up and it appeared that Operator1 may hit his boat.  V2subject got up and stood on the back deck of his boat to watch.   

A gust of wind caught V1 and pushed it towards V2.  V1 accelerated backwards then turned to try to avoid hitting V2.  The bowsprit/anchor on V1 struck and broke the cabin window and bent the window frame on V2.  The bowsprit continued to swing around then struck V2subject (V2) in the head knocking him to the deck.  V2subject was transported to the Forks hospital and treated for a concussion. 

One injury / no fatalities. 
There was no apparent alcohol involvement. 
No damage reported to V1.  V2 reported $3,000 in damages. 
No one involved in this incident was wearing a PFD. 
Neither operator had a mandatory Boater Education Card - Age exempt. 
No Rules of the Road Violations.


BARDID: WA-2013-0049
Date: 2013-07-13 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 10:47:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Banks Lake
NearestCityTown: Electric City
County: Grant
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Other
OtherAccidentCause: passenger/skier behavior
AccidentEvent1: Skier mishap
RedactedNarrative:
On 07/13/2013, at about 10:47 a.m., this vessel was cruising on Banks Lake in the Steamboat Rock area located in Grant county WA.  The vessel had been in the water for less than 3 hours.  The victim was wake boarding when he fell wrong and broke both bones in his lower left leg.  His injury will require surgery. 

There was no indication of recklessness from either the operator or the victim.  The operator was warned for no spotter and no Boater Education Card.  There were no indications that either of these offenses contributed to the injury.
 
One injury / No fatalities.
There was no apparent alcohol involvement.
There was no vessel damage reported. 
The operator was not wearing a PFD.  The wake boarder (victim) was wearing a Type III PFD.
The operator did not have a mandatory Boater Education Card.
No Rules of the Road Violations.


BARDID: WA-2013-0050
Date: 2013-07-14 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:30:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Cowlitz River
NearestCityTown: Salkum
County: Lewis
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Hazardous waters
AccidentCause2: Improper lookout
AccidentEvent1: Collision with floating object
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On 07/14/2013, at about 1:30 p.m., this vessel was drifting on the Cowlitz River about 1/2 mile upstream from the Blue Creek launch located in Lewis county WA.   

It was reported that a branch was overhanging the water.  As the boat drifted, it struck the branch raising the port side of the vessel causing the starboard side to lower.  The vessel overturned ejecting all three occupants.  The vessel sunk but was later recovered. 

No injuries or fatalities. 
There was no apparent alcohol involvement. 
Damages were estimated at $2,000. 
The operator was not wearing a PFD.  The report indicates that one person on board was wearing a PFD but it does not indicate who. 
The operator did not have his mandatory Boater Education Card. 
There was a Rules of the Road Violation - No Proper Look-Out.


BARDID: WA-2013-0051
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2013-07-15 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:18:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Washington
NearestCityTown: Kirkland
County: King
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Monday
AccidentCause1: Improper loading
AccidentCause2: People on gunwale, bow, or transom
AccidentCause3: Force of wave/wake
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Sinking
RedactedNarrative:
On 07/15/2013, at about 4:18 p.m. this vessel was cruising on Lake Washington near Marina Park.  The operator was arriving at the Marina Park Marina.  As he slowed, the low profile of the bow, choppy waters, and passenger load/placement created a situation where three waves filled the bow of the boat.  The boat became unstable and eventually rolled over.  The vessel sunk a short moment later.  This occurred 78 feet off the end of the middle dock. 

No injuries or fatalities. 
There was no apparent alcohol involvement. 
The vessel was a total loss with damages estimated at $10,000. 
No one on board the vessel was wearing a PFD. 
The operator did not have a mandatory Boater Education Card. 
There were no Rules of the Road Violations.


BARDID: WA-2013-0052
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2013-07-15 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:30:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Guemes Channel
NearestCityTown: Anacortes
County: Skagit
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Monday
AccidentCause1: Hull failure
EquipmentFailure: Other
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On 07/15/2013, at about 11:30 p.m., the operator and three occupants of this vessel were picking crab pots in the Guemes Channel at the East end of Guemes Island.  The vessel became swamped, presumably from a leak that was reported by the operator, and capsized causing all four aboard the vessel to go into the water.   

The victims, two adults and two juveniles, swam ashore and were on the rocks at the bottom of a large cliff on the Northeast corner of Guemes Island.  A witness, called the USCG advising of the incident stating that he did not believe that the subjects could be reached by land and that he did not have the means of getting to them on shore.  witness also stated that there did not appear to be any serious injuries, he had voice contact with the subjects, they stated they were all accounted for and had only small minor scrapes and bruises.   
 
The USCG notified Skagit CSO of the incident.  When the USCG arrived at the location they confirmed that they could not get to the subjects with their boat and requested that the Skagit CSO respond with a small Zodiac to try to extract the victims from the shore.  A Skagit CSO deputy launched the Zodiac from LaConner and was en route.  Before the deputy arrived the subjects had been removed from the shore by a citizen boater in a Zodiac and brought to the USCG vessel on scene.  
 
The deputy made contact with the USCG and transferred the four individuals, two adults and two juveniles, to his vessel for transport to the Twin Bridges Marina where they had launched their boat.  All four subjects were cold and had scrapes on their hands and legs from climbing onshore over the barnacle covered rocks.  The four subjects were put on shore at the Twin Bridges at about 3:15 p.m.  
 
No injuries or fatalities.
There was no apparent alcohol involvement.
The vessel was totaled - estimate of $1,400.
All for subjects were wearing PFDs when they were rescued.
The operator did not have a mandatory Boater Education Card.
There were no Rules of the Road Violations.


BARDID: WA-2013-0053
Date: 2013-07-20 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:23:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Sammamish
NearestCityTown: Issaquah
County: King
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Force of wave/wake
AccidentCause2: Other
OtherAccidentCause: passenger/skier behavior
AccidentEvent1: Skier mishap
RedactedNarrative:
On 07/20/2013, at about 4:23 p.m., this vessel was cruising on Lake Sammamish within the City of Issaquah located in King county WA. The operator was towing her teenage children and their friends in Lake Sammamish. The weather was warm with little to no wind. Other boats on the lake made waves that could be described as light chop. Operator was towing two tubes at the same time - one with 3 persons and one with 2 persons. No unusual waves or events occurred during the day's activities. She made several trips towing different children. 

On this particular tow trip when she returned to her water front dock she noticed the victim, Victim, looked unusual and was shivering. Although Victim wanted to keep being towed on the tube, Operator had him take a turn in the boat. As they left the dock for another trip with the towed tubes, Victim continued to shiver. To help him warm up, Operator turned on the boat heater and covered him with towels. Moments later Victim lost consciousness. 

A King County Officer interviewed Victim at the hospital. Victim told the officer that his life jacket was strapped on very tight, and another rider on the tube with him was holding the hand grip on the far side, by reaching across and over his back. This caused weight and constant pressing down on him while they were riding. Victim also said that it felt like someone's head was constantly banging into his chest making it hard to breath. 

The officer interviewed two other riders who were riding on the tube with Victim. Neither of them were ever under Victim or banged into him. Other occupant confirmed he was holding on to the grip by reaching across Victim. 

The general thought is the pounding Victim felt on his chest was from the moderate waves interacting on the bottom of the tow tube while they were underway. The officer inspected the PFD Victim was wearing during his ride. The PFD was rated for 90# and under and was in good condition. This was an appropriate PFD for the activity and proper size for Victim. 

One injury - No fatalities 
There was no apparent alcohol involvement. 
There was no vessel damage reported. 
All individuals were wearing PFDs. 
The operator did not have a mandatory Boater Education Card. 
There were no Rules of the Road Violations.


BARDID: WA-2013-0054
Date: 2013-07-21 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:10:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Banks Lake
NearestCityTown: Electric City
County: Grant
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Other
OtherAccidentCause: vehicle operator error
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On 07/21/2013, at about 1:10 p.m., operator1’s husband was at the Steamboat Rock State Park Boat Launch attempting to recover and trailer V2 from Banks Lake, located in Grant county WA. 

Operator1’s husband driving the launch vehicle, was rapidly backing his boat (V1) into the water with all restraints removed. V1 was not running at the time and was occupied by his wife. He stepped on the brakes launching the vessel in a manner that V1 stuck V2, which was in the process of being loaded. 

V2 was impacted on the starboard side by the port transom corner of V1. V2 received fractures to the fiberglass and was forced sideways breaking the trailer guide on the opposite side. 

No injuries / No fatalities 
There was no apparent alcohol involvement. 
V1 received no damage. V2 damage estimated at $2,500. 
No one involved in this incident was wearing a PFD. 
Neither operator had a mandatory Boater Education Card.  (V2) reported being in the process of obtaining her card. 
No Rules of the Road Violations.


BARDID: WA-2013-0055
Date: 2013-07-22 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:00:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Eagle Harbor
NearestCityTown: Bainbridge Island, City of
County: Kitsap
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: None
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Monday
AccidentCause1: Force of wave/wake
AccidentCause2: Alcohol
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On 07/22/2013, at about 7:41 p.m., Bainbridge Island officers were dispatched to the Eagle Harbor area near the mouth of Eagle Harbor located in Kitsap county WA. There was a report of two kayakers whose boats had capsized and they were clinging to the ladder of the piling. Both subjects were out of the water. 

Officers arrived and found the victim, who appeared to be passing in and out of consciousness, lying prone on the platform. Another subject was standing by victim. 

Officers interviewed Subject regarding what had happened. Subject said that he and three friends, including Victim, had been staying over at his mother's house on Bainbridge Island. He said they had been drinking most of the day and decided to go kayaking. He said they had been out about three hours and were starting to return to the harbor when a passing ferry boat wake had caused his and Victim's kayaks to overturn. None of them had PFDs with them but, according to Subject, they were all good swimmers. 

Subject said that he and Victim were attempting to swim toward the piling about 150 yards away, and were towing the kayaks behind them. He noticed that Victim was having some trouble swimming and towing the kayak so told him (Victim) to swim ahead and he (Subject) would tow the kayaks behind him. He arrived at the piling in time to see Victim climbing the ladder to the top. Subject climbed up as well. He said that he and Victim had been in the water for about 45 minutes before getting on the piling. When asked what happened to the kayaks Subject said he didn't know. He was also asked where the other two kayakers went and he said they left and he didn't know where they went. 

Victim was airlifted to Harborview Hospital for observation. There were no visible signs of injury, but the aid crew told officers that due to his unknown intoxication level, possible hypothermia, and possible water ingestion, he needed to be transported. 

Officers report that due to the fact that there was such a disconnect in time and space between the first contact with the victims and their watercraft, they could not put the elements together to make a prosecutable case for intoxicated boating. No one saw them on any specific watercraft, nor did anyone see them drinking before or during this incident. This evolution is being treated as a water rescue at this time. 

One injury / No fatalities. 
There was alcohol involved in this incident. 
There were no vessel damages reported. 
No one involved in this incident was wearing a PFD. 
The operator/victim did not have a mandatory Boater Education Card. 
There were no confirmed Rules of the Road Violations.


BARDID: WA-2013-0056
Date: 2013-07-24 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:15:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Union
NearestCityTown: Seattle
County: King
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Wednesday
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Electrical
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (non-fuel)
RedactedNarrative:
On 07/24/2013, at about 7:15 p.m., this vessel was moored in covered moorage at the Western Yacht Harbor located on Lake Union in the 2400 Block of Westlake Avenue North. A fire started in the engine compartment and quickly spread throughout the interior and exterior of the vessel. 

A Seattle Police Harbor Officer reported that while working on Lake Union on 07/24/2013, he and his crew observed thick black smoke billowing from a Marina on Westlake (Western Yacht Harbor). They responded immediately and began a water suppression effort to prevent the spread and further damage to other boats. The scene was turned over to the Seattle Fire Department. The fire was extinguished by the Seattle Police Harbor Unit & Seattle Fire Department. 

According to the Seattle Fire Department Investigator, the fire was believed to be accidental caused by an electrical failure/problem. 

No injuries or fatalities. 
There was no apparent alcohol involvement reported. 
Damages to the vessel were estimated at $300,000. 
PFD wear is not applicable - the vessel was moored with no one on board. 
Mandatory Boater Education Card information is also not applicable. 
There were no Rules of the Road Violations.


BARDID: WA-2013-0057
Date: 2013-07-26 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:15:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Franklin D. Roosevelt Lake
NearestCityTown: Marcus
County: Stevens
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentEvent1: Fall in vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On 07/26/2013, at about 3:15 p.m., this vessel was cruising in the middle of Franklin D. Roosevelt Lake located in Stevens county WA. 

According to a Stevens County Deputy, Operator was riding a borrowed PWC, with which he had previous experience.  Operator was sleep-deprived and may have had a beer but was not likely intoxicated at the time.  He had been on the water for only 5-10 minutes when he hit his chest on the handlebars and fell off the left side of the PWC.  Operator was wearing a Type III PWC.  He was picked up by some bystanders almost immediately and taken to shore.  Once on shore, an ambulance took him to a hospital where he was found to have broken ribs and a punctured lung. 

The officer reported that despite conflicting stories of the bystanders, there is no substantial evidence of a collision and Operator denies being hit.  It is possible that he hit a log, which are common in the area, or a wake that knocked him into his steering column.
 
One injury / no fatalities.
The operated had drank alcohol but was not likely impaired.
There were no vessel damages reported.
The operator was wearing a PFD.
The operator did have his mandatory Boater Education Card.
There were no Rules of the Road Violations.


BARDID: WA-2013-0058
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2013-07-28 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:00:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Columbia River
NearestCityTown: Richland
County: Benton
WaterConditions: Rough
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On 07/28/2013, at about 4:00 p.m., these two vessels were operating on the east side of the Columbia River near Howard Amon Park located in Benton county WA. 

V2 was riding with his son on the back of the PWC.  At the time of the incident, father was instructing the operator of V1 to return and secure the vessel to the boat launch.  V1 struck V2 damaging the hull of V2.  The estimated speed at the time of collision was 1-10 mph.   

There was little information available on operator1 other than he was the son of another member of the party on that day. 

No injuries or fatalities. 
There was no apparent alcohol involvement. 
Damage to V1 estimated at $3,300.  Damage to V2 estimated at $1,800. 
PFDs were worn by all involved. 
V2 operator had his mandatory Boater Education Card.  V1 operator unknown. 
It is unclear if there were any Rules of the Road Violations.


BARDID: WA-2013-0059
Date: 2013-08-03 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:07:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Columbia River
NearestCityTown: Quincy
County: Grant
WaterConditions: Rough
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentEvent1: Person departed vessel
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On 08/03/2013, at about 5:07 p.m., this vessel was drifting on the Columbia River, South of Crescent Bar, located in Grant county WA.
 
Law enforcement reported that an intoxicated passenger attempted to do a back flip into the water from this stationary boat.  Victim missed the water hitting his head on the right gunwale of the vessel.  The operator of the vessel was sober.
 
Victim was transported by Protection 1 ambulance to Quincy Hospital.  The following day, 08/04/2013, Victim was back on the water with a few stitches and no other injuries.
 
One injury / No fatalities.
The injured party was intoxicated.  The operator was sober.
There was no vessel damage.
No PFDs were worn during this incident.
The operator did have his mandatory Boater Education Card.
There were on Rules of the Road Violations.


BARDID: WA-2013-0060
Date: 2013-08-03 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:00:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Snohomish River
NearestCityTown: Everett
County: Snohomish
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
RedactedNarrative:
On 08/03/2013, at about 7:00 p.m., this vessel was sailing on the Snohomish River near the North end of Jetty Island, located in Snohomish county.
 
According to Law Enforcement, the operator reported launching at around 12:00 from 10th Street boat launch in Everett.  The vessel was moving from the Snohomish River to the Sound going around the North end of Jetty Island.  Operator stated that he can only recall waking up on the beach at the extreme North end of the Jetty covered in sand and injured.  
 
Operator found a boater to transport him to the boat launch.  At about 2:00 a.m. Operator met his wife who transported him to the Providence Emergency Room with facial, arm, and leg injuries.  He was diagnosed with a concussion, had stitches to his upper lip and forehead, as well as multiple contusions to his arms and legs.  His sailboat was missing and he had no memory of the event.  Operator believes he hit something in the water causing his boat to sink. 
 
On 08/04/2013, at 1900 hours, the boat was found at the North end of Jetty Island.
 
One injury / No fatalities.
There was no apparent alcohol involvement.
Damages to the boat were estimated at $100.
The operator was wearing a PFD.
The operator did not have his mandatory Boater Education Card.
There were no Rules of the Road Violations.


BARDID: WA-2013-0061
Date: 2013-08-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 20:30:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Puget Sound
NearestCityTown: Kingston
County: Kitsap
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On 08/04/2013, between 8:00 and 8:30 p.m., the incident described below occurred on Puget Sound at the Kingston Marina located in Kitsap county.
 
V1 was backing out of the marina slip.  Operator1 reported moving the shift lever into the forward position, hitting the throttle lever as well, forcing the boat forward (fast) into the aft section of V2.
 
V2 reported that he and v2 occupant were below deck when they heard and felt a "huge crash" at the stern of their boat. V1 was sitting off the stern of V2 after "ramming it hard".  According to (V2 owner), Operator1, (V1 operator), said he had used the wrong control.  
 
V2 reported that the pulpit was broken at stanchion and was badly damaged.  He also reported that the GPS antenna and BBQ were broken.
 
No injuries or fatalities.
No apparent alcohol involvement.
No damages to V1.  $6,000 damage reported to V2.
Occupants of V1 were wearing PFDs.  Occupants of V2 were not wearing PFDs (Moored)
Neither the operator of V1 or the owner of V2 had mandatory Boater Education Cards - Both exempt by age.
No Rules of the Road Violations.


BARDID: WA-2013-0062
Date: 2013-08-03 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:30:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Washington
NearestCityTown: Seattle
County: King
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
AccidentEvent1: Person struck by propeller
RedactedNarrative:
The incident described below occurred on 08/03/2013, at about 6:30 p.m. on Lake Washington South of I-90 in King county.
 
the owner/operator of this vessel and his passengers were drifting on Lake Washington, between the I-90 floating bridge and the North tip of Bailey Peninsula, during the Seattle SeaFair event.  Operator put the vessel's engine in gear while Victim (injured) was in the water behind the boat.  The propeller cut into Victim's legs cutting the femoral arteries.  Victim was treated at the scene and transported to Harborview Medical Center (HMC) by Seattle Fire Department Medics.  As of 2330 hours on 08/03/2013, Victim was in surgery at HMC and was listed in critical condition.
 
NOTE:  The reporting officer was not at the accident scene and had no contact with the injured person.  The information above was provided to the reporting officer at the Seattle Police Harbor Patrol station several hours after the accident by the passengers of the vessel and deputies from the King County Sheriff's Office.  
 
One injury / No fatalities.
There was no apparent alcohol involvement.
There was no vessel damage reported. 
No one involved in this incident was wearing a PFD.
The operator of the vessel had his mandatory Boater Education Card.
Rules of the Road Violation - No Proper Lookout.


BARDID: WA-2013-0063
Date: 2013-08-09 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 21:40:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Panther Lake
NearestCityTown: Belfair
County: Mason
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Overloading
AccidentCause2: Hull failure
EquipmentFailure: Other
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Person departed vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel - 10' Aluminum Smoker "Jon" Rowboat - No paddles/oars (Occupants were using their hands to paddle the boat) 

On 08/09/2013, the persons were in this vessel fishing on Panther Lake, located in Mason county.  It was reported that at about 9:40 p.m., after 3 hours of fishing, the occupants had begun to return to shore when the boat began sinking.  The victim exited the boat and began swimming back to shore.  Operator reported hearing Victim yell for them to start swimming, he then heard him yell for help.  Operator and occupant exited the sinking boat and began swimming for the area they last saw and heard Victim swimming.  Operator said they could not find him so they began yelling for help while they searched the water. 

Law enforcement arrived and launched their boat.  KCSO Dive Team arrived and entered the water.  Within 10-15 minutes Victim was located at the bottom of the lake in about 10' of water.  Victim was removed from the water and checked for signs of life with negative results.  According to the Coroner, Victim showed no signs of injury or foul play.  He did show signs of a possible seizure. 

Law enforcement checked the boat.  They found that a small support on the bottom of the boat had broken.  Several rivets had pulled from the bottom of the boat causing several holes to open up.   

No injuries / One fatality. 
No apparent alcohol involvement. 
There were no vessel damages reported. 
No one on board the vessel was wearing a PFD.  There were no PFDs on the boat. 
The operator did not have a mandatory Boater Education Card. 
No Rules of the Road Violations.


BARDID: WA-2013-0064
Date: 2013-08-13 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:00:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Chelan
NearestCityTown: Chelan
County: Chelan
WaterConditions: Unknown
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Unknown
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Tuesday
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On 08/13/2013 at about 12:00 p.m., the vessels above, both rental vessels, were operating on Lake Chelan, located in Chelan county.  At about 7:00 p.m., the Chelan County Sheriff's Office received a call from the rental company advising them that two rental jet skis had collided at about 12:00 p.m.  The collision was not witnessed so the exact location of the collision is not known.
 
NOTE:  V2 information is limited as the operator of V2, was not on scene during the accident investigation.
 
No injuries or fatalities
There was no apparent alcohol involvement
V1 damage estimated at $2000.  V2 damage estimated at $5000.
V1 operator & occupant were wearing PFDs.  V2 operator was wearing a PFD.  Occupant of V2, unknown.
Neither operator had a mandatory Boater Education Card.
It is unknown if there were any Rules of the Road Violations.


BARDID: WA-2013-0065
Date: 2013-08-22 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 05:00:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Columbia River
NearestCityTown: Kalama
County: Cowlitz
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Fair
DayofWeek: Thursday
AccidentCause1: Weather
AccidentCause2: Force of wave/wake
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Sinking
RedactedNarrative:
On 08/22/2013, at about 5:00 a.m., this vessel was taking on large amounts of water while attempting to anchor and backing into large swells near Marker 49 on the Columbia River.  
 
The operator  indicated he had water on board the boat from the prior day and had not realized it was affecting his boat so much, keeping it low in the water.  He said river conditions were choppy and a swell crested the bow sinking the boat.  operator was left in the water for about 10 minutes.  He was able to alert nearby boaters that he was "going down".  He was rescued from the water by the other boaters.
 
No injuries or fatalities.
There was no apparent alcohol involvement.
Vessel damages were estimated at $17,750.
The operator was not wearing a PFD.
The operator did not have a mandatory Boater Education Card - Exempt by age.
There were no Rules of the Road Violations.


BARDID: WA-2013-0066
Date: 2013-08-26 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 09:38:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Port Townsend Bay
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Monday
AccidentCause1: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel - 6' Wooden Cooks XXA Skiff Rowboat 
On 08/26/2013, at about 9:38 a.m., Jefferson county officers were dispatched to a water rescue, overturned vessel with a subject in the water, on Port Townsend Bay about one mile west of Point Hudson located in Jefferson county. 

A capsized skiff was located.  The bow line was attached to a submerged body of an adult male, obviously deceased.  Victim was pulled alongside of the LE vessel and brought into the well deck through the dive door.  Victim was extremely cold to the touch and rigor had set in.  A search of the victim's clothing located a wallet containing a Washington driver's license which was used to confirm Victim's identity. 

Officers, with the aid of a USCG helicopter, conducted an area search prior to leaving the location for anything possibly related.  Nothing of investigative value was found.  After closer examination of the body, a small laceration approximately 1/4 inch long above the bridge of Victim's nose was noted.  There was some swelling on the left side of his face with no other obvious injuries visible.  Victim did not have a PFD on and there was no indication that there was one on the small skiff.  Cause of accident/drowning is unknown. 

A subject contacted dispatch advising them that he was Victim's employer.  An officer contacted the subject and learned that Victim was a new employee and that he lives on a sailboat that is moored off Taylor Street in Port Townsend Bay.  Subject said that Victim used a small skiff to travel back and forth from his sailboat to town and has a long history with maritime life.  He had last seen Victim on Saturday, August 24th at about 11:00 and was concerned that he had not heard from him since that day.   

No injuries / one fatality 
No apparent alcohol involvement 
No vessel damages reported 
Operator was not wearing a PFD 
Operator did not have a mandatory Boater Education Card - Exempt by Age 
No known Rules of the Road Violations


BARDID: WA-2013-0067
Date: 2013-08-24 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 20:27:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Union
NearestCityTown: Seattle
County: King
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: None
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentCause2: Sudden medical condition
AccidentEvent1: Person departed vessel
AccidentEvent2: Sudden medical condition
RedactedNarrative:
On 08/24/2013, at about 8:27 p.m., the Seattle Fire Department and Seattle Police Harbor Unit received a 911 call of a water emergency - "person in the water" on Lake Union located in King county WA.     

Officers responded catching up with the boat as it arrived at the dock.  Officers observed an unconscious white male on the back of a small bow rider vessel as well as several other persons on board.  Witnesses told officers that the male had been face down in the water for a couple of minutes.  CPR and emergency medical aid was started by officers until the fire department arrived.  Fire department personnel continued with emergency medical treatment and subject was eventually transported to Harborview Medical Center. 

According to witnesses Victim was invited to join them for a day of boating.  They left at about 11:00 a.m., had lunch and cruised around Lake Washington and ended up in Lake Union.  Witnesses say that Victim was drinking and had consumed around a six pack of beer.  While they were floating in Lake Union, Victim stated that he wanted to go swimming.  Witnesses reported that it was getting pretty dark at this time when Victim jumped off the boat and began to swim around.  The boat owner went downstairs into the cabin area of the boat while others on board watched Victim swim.   

Witnesses (others on board) said the Victim began to dog paddle back towards the boat and was acting weird.  They weren't sure if he was playing around or was in distress but they didn't think he was struggling.  Victim then went unconscious and began to float face down in the water.  They yelled but Victim did not respond.  The owner observed what was happening and immediately jumped into the water and turned Victim over.  Victim was non responsive so owner began mouth-to-mouth in the water as he pulled Victim back to the boat.  Victim is a large man and owner was not able to pull him aboard his boat.  One of the witnesses on board called 911 to report the emergency.  They were able to flag down another vessel that was passing by and asked them to assist.  They pulled Victim onto the back of the other boat and took him to the Fairview dock where Victim was treated prior to being transported to Harborview Medical Center.   

One injury / No fatalities 
Victim was drinking alcohol 
There was no vessel damage 
The victim was not wearing a PFD 
There were no Rules of the Road Violations
 
 NOTE:  There is pending information regarding this incident.  Upon receipt of additional information from Law Enforcement, this entry will be updated and re-submitted.


BARDID: WA-2013-0068
Date: 2013-08-31 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 22:00:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Dyes Inlet
NearestCityTown: Silverdale
County: Kitsap
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Fair
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Restricted vision
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On 9/1/2013, at 12:00 a.m., it was reported to the US Coast Guard by a male caller (V1 Owner/Operator), that he had just "clipped" an unoccupied boat with his boat, some where on Dyes Inlet, located in Kitsap county WA. 

On 9/2/2013, Operator1 and his wife were contacted at their residence by Kitsap County officers. Operator1 told officers that he hit another boat the previous night in the channel while crabbing in Sinclair Inlet. Sometime around 2300 hrs (he was not certain of the time) he was traveling north in Dyes Inlet heading to the Silverdale boat launch when he struck another boat(in the Tracyton area). He said that it was dark and he did not see the boat until he hit it. He was certain that the boat was unoccupied and that is was adrift in the middle of Dyes Inlet. He also said that there were no lights on the boat. 

Officers inspected boat (V1) It had sustained fiberglass damage on the hull. There was a long black scuff mark that started at the waterline and ran approximately six to seven feet down the port side of the boat. The rubber around the gunnel on the starboard side of the boat was damaged and the windshield was knocked out. The driver's seat had been torn from it's position and was now at the back of the boat. The console was damaged as well. The damage was photographed by officers. 

On 9/2/2013, officers contacted wife of operator of V2. She said that V2 was moored and that they would trailer it on 9/4/2013, so officers could look at the damage. 

On 9/4/2013, officers returned to the Clark residence. They contacted v2 subjects. V2operator said that he secured the boat (V2) that evening (8/31/2013) at about 2130 hrs. Later, around 2330 hrs, they heard a noise and went out to see what is was. He saw a boat circling around their boat. They turned on the house lights to see what was going on and the boat left heading towards Silverdale. At that time of the incident their boat was still near the mooring buoy and he did not realize it had been hit. 

The next morning they discovered that the boat was no longer moored. They found it floating in the Inlet. The boat had fresh damage to the bow and windshield area. Officers checked the boat damage and found it had paint transfer/fiberglass damage on the port side of the bow and the port windshield was broken out. 

The mooring buoy is located off shore from the main residence and is the first in a line of mooring buoys that run NW to SE from Windy Point. (V1) would have had to have gone past it as he was coming into the Inlet. V2owner showed officers a standard black mooring line. The line appeared to have been torn in two. Below the tear there were fresh abrasions on the line cover and white discoloration that looked like friction marks. 

On 9/7/2013, officers contacted witness. He said that he heard a very loud noise coming from the water. He got up to see what is was. When he looked out, he saw a boat near the boat that was in front of residence. He thought that the driver was going to beach the boat and come ashore but when the house lights were turned on the boat left heading north toward Silverdale. 

On 9/8/2013, officers re-contacted Operator1. They advised him that the boat he hit was properly moored at the time and did not require mooring lights due to it's size and location. 

No injuries / fatalities. 
It is not know if alcohol was involved. 
V1 did not specify a damage amount. 
V2 did not specify a damage amount other than greater than $2000. 
V1 occupants were wearing PFDs 
V2 was un-occupied. 
V1 operator did not have a mandatory Boater Education Card.


BARDID: WA-2013-0069
Date: 2013-09-01 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:54:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Loon Lake
NearestCityTown: Loon Lake
County: Stevens
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentCause2: Navigation rules violation
AccidentCause3: People on gunwale, bow, or transom
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by vessel
AccidentEvent3: Person struck by propeller
RedactedNarrative:
On 09/01/2013, at about 2:54 p.m. Stevens County Officers responded to a report of a possible boating accident on Loon Lake.  Two calls were received where callers reported seeing a white and black boat run over a subject in the water and that all people were back in the boat and the vessel was headed north on Loon Lake, possibly towards the public launch.   

A third caller reported a boat was pulling up to the dock and the passengers were yelling for help.  Officers responded to that location arriving at 2:57 p.m.  Officers went down to the dock and found subjects on a white and black Crownline boat, listed above. 

a passenger on the boat, said that Victim had fallen off the boat and been hit by the propeller.  Victim sustained a broken femur on his left leg and a massive laceration to his right foot.  Victim said he stood up on the bow and fell overboard.  He said he had been drinking beer during the day stating that he had about 3-4 beers since noon.
 
Stevens County EMTs from Fire District#1 and Deer Park Ambulance responded to the scene to evaluate and stabilize Victim' injuries.  During their evaluation, EMT personnel located a large laceration on Victim' upper left leg, near where they believed his femur may have been fractured.  Victim was taken from the scene by Deer Park Ambulance and transported to the Loon Lake School where he was transported by Med Star air-ambulance to Sacred Heart Medical Center in Spokane.
 
Officers identified the boat operator .  Operator said he was operating the vessel and they were going along on plane in the far south bay of Loon Lake near Larson Beach Road.  He said Victim suddenly stood up and onto the front of the bow.  Before Operator could say anything to Victim, he fell overboard and the boat went over him.  Operator tried to turn away from Victim and cut the power, but it happened so fast he could not avoid hitting him with the boat.  Victim went down the starboard side of the boat after falling into the water.  As soon as the boat stopped, Operator dove into the water to assist Victim back into the boat.  Two passengers on the boat began providing first aid to Victim and Operator immediately took the boat back to their dock at North Shore Drive.
 
Officers conducted a vessel inspection on Operator's vessel.  Operator said he had one beer with lunch earlier in the day, but had not drank anything else.  The officer stated that he did not smell the odor of intoxicants on Operator and did not observe any signs he was impaired.
 
Officer's report stated that based on statements from Operator, other occupants on the boat, and Victim, it appears that Victim stood up on the bow of the boat, while the boat was underway, and fell off.  Victim was struck by the boat and the propeller.  It does not appear there was any negligent or reckless act on the part of the operator of the boat, which led to this accident.
 
One injury / No fatalities
Alcohol was indicated as a factor (injured party only).  The operator was not intoxicated.
There was no vessel damage reported.
There were no PFDs worn by anyone involved in this incident.
The operator did have a mandatory Boater Education Card.
Navigation Rules Violation - People on Gunwale, Bow, or Transom.


BARDID: WA-2013-0070
Date: 2013-09-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:38:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Puget Sound
NearestCityTown: Freeland
County: Island
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Wednesday
AccidentCause1: People on gunwale, bow, or transom
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel - 1995, 12' Aluminum Duroboat Open Motorboat w/ 5 hp Evinrude Engine 

On 9/4/2013, at about 5:38 p.m., Victim and his passenger, ex-wife, were fishing in this vessel on Puget Sound just off Bush Point in Island county WA.   

Victim fell overboard while attempting to land a fish.  The victim was not wearing a PFD. His companion attempted to get him back into the boat and fell into the water herself (no injures reported).  She managed to get herself back into the boat and was able to hang onto the victim until another recreational fishing vessel arrived. 

Other vessel operators in the area were able to recover the victim, perform first aid / CPR, and transport him to shore.  The victim was transported to Whidbey General Hospital by ambulance.  Victim never regained consciousness.  The preliminary Coroners Report indicates salt water drowning as cause of death. 

No injuries / One fatality
There was no alcohol involvement.
No vessel damage reported.
The operator/victim was not wearing a PFD.  Occupant was wearing a PFD.
It is unknown if the operator/victim had a mandatory Boater Education Card - He was exempt by age.
There were no Rules of the Road Violations.


BARDID: WA-2013-0071
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2013-09-11 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 10:30:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Chelan
NearestCityTown: Chelan
County: Chelan
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: None
Visibility: Unkn
DayofWeek: Wednesday
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
AccidentEvent3: Person struck by vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On 09/11/2013, at about 10:30 a.m., these two vessels were operating on Lake Chelan, located in Chelan county WA.
 
V2 was eastbound on Lake Chelan about 4 miles uplake from the base of the lake.  V1 was behind V2.  V2 slowed down to check on V1.  (V1) a first time PWC operator slowed to turn.  (V1) was unaware that to turn a PWC you must use throttle.  V1 was unable to turn and impacted V2 on the left side.  
 
 (V1) was thrown into the water.  V2 was hit by V1 and v2operator was thrown over the handle bars.  V2operator was struck by V1 sustaining a broken/fractured right leg.
 
One injury / No fatalities
There was no alcohol involvement.
V1 reported damages of $500.  V2 total loss - estimate of $5000.00
Operators of both vessels were wearing a PFD.
Neither operator had a mandatory Boater Education Card.
There were no Rules of the Road Violations.


BARDID: WA-2013-0072
Date: 2013-07-02 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 09:30:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Budd Inlet
NearestCityTown: Olympia
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: None
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Tuesday
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On 07/02/2013, at about 9:30 a.m., V1 had just launched from the Port of Olympia, Swantown Marina dock and was rowing with just the two rowers located in the bow using only their arms (traveling very slowly).  The boat started drifting towards the boats moored on the breakwater.  The coxswain tried to adjust course but was new and had difficulty.  (coach) made calls from the dock to try to help the coxswain and rowers correct the course.  The rowers were not able to respond in time to avoid contact with the MAHANA TAMARI'I (V2), who was docked on the breakwater.  The owner of V2 was below deck making repairs at the time of the incident.  The rowers pulled their oars in the rowing shell to try to avoid contact with V2.  Some of the oars from the novice eight brushed up against V2.  The crew's oars were at or just above the water level.   

At this point (coach) was in the launch and got to the eight.  By the time she reached them they were away from the MAHANA TAMARI'I (V2). coach inspected V2 and did not see any visible damage.  There was no damage to V1's oars or any other Olympia Area Rowing (OAR) equipment.  All rower's were un-harmed.   

V2 owner alleges that V1 brushed its oars up against his vessel causing damages.  Three representatives from the Olympia Area Rowing Club (OAR) met with V2owner to inspect the damage he claimed their rowers caused to the water side of his vessel.  V2owner could not find the specific damage he claimed the rowers caused when they inspected the boat.  They saw only minor scuffs and scratches on the boat.  They saw no damage that could have been caused by an eight rowing with no speed.  The marks that V2owner claimed were caused by the OAR boat were one to two feet above the water line - too high on the boat for oars from a rowing shell to have caused them without risk of the rowing shell capsizing.  The marks V2owner pointed out to the OAR representatives were black or green scuffs.  The oars the crew was using had red blades. 

No injuries / fatalities. 
No apparent alcohol involvement. 
V1 - No damages.  V2 estimated damage of $2700.00 
No PFDs were worn during this incident.  NOTE:  There were 9 PFDs for the rowing crew aboard the "coaching launch" trailing behind V1. 
The coach in the "launch" vessel had a mandatory Boater Education Card.  V2 owner did not have a mandatory Boater Education Card. 
There were no Rules of the Road Violations.


BARDID: WA-2013-0073
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2013-08-18 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 07:35:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Puget Sound
NearestCityTown: Blaine
County: Whatcom
WaterConditions: Rough
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Unkn
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Force of wave/wake
AccidentCause2: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Engine
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Sinking
RedactedNarrative:
On 08/18/2013, at about 7:35 a.m., this vessel was cruising in Puget Sound near Birch Point located in Whatcom county WA.  
 
The operator/owner and his passenger were fishing when the vessel was hit by a rogue wave.  The water caused the engine to stall capsizing and sinking the vessel.  
 
No injuries / No fatalities.
There was no apparent alcohol involvement.
The vessel was likely a total loss reporting a damage estimate of $3500.00.
Neither occupant of the vessel was wearing a PFD.
The operator did have a mandatory Boater Education Card.
There were no Rules of the Road Violations.


BARDID: WA-2013-0074
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2013-09-13 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 22:50:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Duwamish River
NearestCityTown: Seattle
County: King
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: None
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (non-fuel)
RedactedNarrative:
On 09/13/2013, V1 was moored in Slip E30 of the South Park Marina on the Duwamish River located in King county WA.  At about 10:50 p.m., witnesses noticed fire on the vessel coming from the cabin to bow area.  Witnesses immediately called 911.  One witness used a garden hose in attempts to keep other vessels and the fuel tanks from igniting until fire personnel was on scene to start suppression.  When fire personnel arrived the vessel was fully engulfed to the gunwales.  A foam retardant was used to extinguish the fire.
 
V2 was moored in Slip E and had heat blister damage to its fiberglass cabin and hull on the port side.  V3 was moored in Slip D and had heat blister damage to its painted wood port side.  The dock had charring damage to a piling and a melted overhead dock light.
 
According to King County Fire Investigator, Gerry Kenny, the cause of the fire is unknown at this time.  Indications are the fire started in the lower center of the cabin area of V1.  The owner stated that he left the boat secure at about 7:00 p.m., and all electrical was off except for the maintenance located at the aft of the vessel.  
 
The vessel was removed from the water.
 
No injuries / fatalities.
No apparent alcohol involvement.
Damage estimates - V1, $20,000 - V2, $1,000 - V2, $2,000.
All vessels were unoccupied - PFD wear N/A.
All vessel were tied/moored to the dock - mandatory Boater Education Card possession N/A.
There were no Rules of the Road Violations.


BARDID: WA-2013-0075
Date: 2013-09-14 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 10:00:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Potholes Reservoir
NearestCityTown: Moses Lake
County: Grant
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: None
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Missing or Inadequate Navigation Aids
AccidentCause2: Improper lookout
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
RedactedNarrative:
On 09/14/2013, at about 10:00 a.m., this vessel was cruising on Potholes Reservoir near Moses Lake located in Grant county WA.
 
Operator reported that he was cruising at about 15-20 mph in the middle of the lake when he hit rocks with the outdrive.  The area was an unmarked area of shallow water with large rocks.  Operator notified the Park Ranger.
 
No injuries / fatalities
No apparent alcohol involvement
Damage estimated in excess of $2000.  No more specific estimate received.
The operator was not wearing a PFD.
The operator did have a mandatory Boater Education Card.
No Rules of the Road Violations.


BARDID: WA-2013-0076
Date: 2013-09-08 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:45:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Columbia River
NearestCityTown: Woodland
County: Cowlitz
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel - 10' Old Town Fiberglass Kayak 

On 09/08/2013, at about 2:35 p.m., this vessel capsized in the Columbia River near Woodland WA located in Cowlitz county. 

Law enforcement reported that the victim was kayaking/fishing. He was using an anchor and line to hold himself in position in a hog line. The victim was seen paddling out from shore to position his kayak for fishing. The kayak was found up against a wing dam in the immediate area of capsizing. 

The victim was originally reported as missing. With assistance of the Clark County Sheriff's Office and the Ridgefield Fire Boat, SAR was initiated. Clark County Marine Patrol, using side looking sonar, located body in about 35 feet of water. When Victim was recovered, an anchor line with anchor was found wrapped around his left ankle. The victim's wife identified the anchor and line as belonging to her husband, Victim. 

No injuries / One fatality 
There was no apparent alcohol involvement. 
There was no vessel damage reported. 
The operator/victim was not wearing a PFD. 
The operator/victim did not have a mandatory Boater Education Card. 
There were no Rules of the Road Violations.


BARDID: WA-2013-0077
Date: 2013-09-27 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:30:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Union
NearestCityTown: Seattle
County: King
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
AccidentCause3: Weather
MachineryFailure: Engine
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On 09/27/2013, at about 12:30 p.m., V1 was attempting to maneuver out of the AGC Marina located on Lake Union near Seattle WA. V2 and V3 were also moored at this marina and were both unoccupied at the time of incident.
 
operator of V1, reported that V1's reverse thrust went out (or did not successfully shift) as he was attempting to maneuver out of the marina.  Moderately strong gusts significantly affected their handicapped motoring abilities.  V1 scuffed the bow of V3, then plowed into V2's starboard bow.  
 
No injuries of fatalities.
There was no alcohol involvement indicated.
V1 and V2 did not provide damage estimates.  V3 estimated damages of $2000.00.
V1 operator was not wearing a PFD.  Both V2 and V3 were unoccupied at the time of incident.
V1 operator did not have a mandatory Boater Education Card.
There were no Rules of the Road Violations.


BARDID: WA-2013-0078
Date: 2013-09-28 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:46:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Swinomish Channel
NearestCityTown: Anacortes
County: Skagit
WaterConditions: Rough
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Fair
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Hazardous waters
AccidentCause3: Weather
MachineryFailure: Engine
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On 09/28/2013, at about 3:46 p.m., this vessel was drifting/fishing in the Swinomish Channel located in Skagit county WA.  The vessel lost power due to running out of fuel.  Once at the mercy of the current and wind, waves washed over the stern swamping the vessel.  The wave action separated the operator (the only person on board) from the vessel. 
 
Operator was located approximately 100' to the south of his vessel in the water wearing a PFD and holding onto another.  He was pulled aboard Skagit II and taken to a waiting Aid Card.  He was transported to Skagit Valley Hospital and admitted for treatment of hypothermia.
 
No fatalities / One injury
No apparent alcohol involvement
Damages were estimated at $1000.00
The operator/victim was wearing a PFD 
The operator did not have a Mandatory Boater Education Card - Exempt by Age
There were no Rules of the Road Violations.


BARDID: WA-2013-0079
Date: 2013-09-28 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 20:00:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lewis River
NearestCityTown: Ariel
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Poor
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentCause2: Restricted vision
AccidentCause3: Hazardous waters
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel - 12' Fiberglass Kayak - Year, Make, Model unknown 

On 09/28/2013, sometime around 8:00 p.m., Victim was in this vessel fishing with friends on the North Fork of the Lewis River located in Clark County WA. 

Friend1 & Victim had gone onto the river in white 2-man kayak-type boat. At one point, Friend1 had exited the boat while Victim remained in the kayak.  At one point the kayak had tipped over.  They got it up-righted and friend2 was going to tow Victim back to the boat ramp.  Victim untied the rope, gave the oars to Friend2 and paddled with is hands away from the others. 

As it began to get dark, the fishermen were going back to shore when they noticed that Victim was out of sight.  Both went back out to look for Victim. 

On 09/28/2013, at about 9:56 p.m., Clark County Officers were dispatched to the area of the Snog Rock Boat Ramp.  Victim’s wife had called 9-1-1 to report that her husband was fishing with friends and that their boat turned over and now her husband is missing.  A. Victim said that they had lost sight of Victim about 2 hours before the call to 9-1-1 was made.  One of the deputies located Victim' float coat, the following morning, on the ground, where he apparently left it, while or when he was fishing. 

On Saturday, 10/05/2013, at about 8:45 a.m., deputies were paged out.  They were advised by dispatch that a fisherman on the North Fork of the Lewis River had seen a body floating in the river, upstream from the Happa Boat Launch.  Deputies responded and at about 9:45 a.m. Victim' body was located.  He was about halfway between where he was last seen (Cedar Creek Boat Launch) and where his kayak was located (Happa Boat Launch).   

One fatality / No injuries 
The deceased had been drinking and was under the influence 
There were no damages reported 
The victim was not wearing a PFD 
It is unknown if the victim has a Mandatory Boater Education Card 
Rules of the Road Violation - BUI


BARDID: WA-2013-0080
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2013-10-05 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 06:00:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Columbia River
NearestCityTown: Pasco
County: Franklin
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: None
Visibility: Poor
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Restricted vision
AccidentCause2: Improper lookout
AccidentCause3: Excessive speed
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On 10/05/2013, at about 6:00 a.m., these vessels were operating on the Columbia River near Pasco WA located in Franklin county.   

operator of V2, reported that he was traveling upriver from the Ringold boat launch.  It was dark and he had all of the vessel's running lights operating as well as two spotlights on the top of the cab facing forward.  A few miles above an area referred to as Jap Slough, he encountered fog.  Operator2 slowed down and moved to the right in order to keep the land in sight by using the spotlights.  After a minute or so he lost sight of land altogether but was still moving slowly (5-10 mph) to the right.    

At this point, V1 operated by Operator1, crossed over behind V2 and ran up on the back of the vessel.  The front bow of V1 got wedged up under the hard top of V2.  The weight of the boat (V1) was pushing the transom of V2 down and under water so Operator2 moved to the shore to keep from sinking. 

After removing V2 from the water, Operator2 and his passengers bailed water by hand and used the bilge pump getting the boat back afloat.  Operator2 called friends to come from town and tow the vessel back to the ramp and load it back on its trailer. 

Operator2 reported, through conversation with Operator1, that Operator1 had never launched at Ringold before and was following behind Operator2 to get up river.  Operator1 acknowledged that he was going too fast and was following V2's wake in the dark and did not see the lights on the boat until the last minute.
 
No injuries or fatalities.
There was no apparent alcohol involvement.
V1 reported no damages.  V2 estimated $22,500 in damages.
It is unknown if the Operator of V1 was wearing a PFD.  No one on board V2 was wearing a PFD.
Operator of V1 did not have a Mandatory Boater Education Card - age exempt.  Operator of V2 did have a Mandatory Boater Education Card.
Rules of the Road Violation - No Proper Lookout 
.


BARDID: WA-2013-0081
Date: 2013-09-08 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:15:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Long Lake
NearestCityTown: Port Orchard
County: Kitsap
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause2: Force of wave/wake
AccidentEvent1: Skier mishap
RedactedNarrative:
On 09/08/2013, at about 6:15 p.m., this vessel was cruising at the South end of Long Lake, located in Kitsap county near Port Orchard, WA. 

At about 6:20 p.m., Law Enforcement responded to a reported boating related accident at this location. The caller reported a male had neck injuries resulting from an inner tubing incident that occurred on Long Lake. When Law Enforcement arrived, with aid, the victim was complaining of neck pain and numbness in his arms. He was transported by aid for evaluation. 

The operatoe told Law Enforcement that he was towing three subjects on a three person tube. They hit a boat wake and the tube flipped over and landed on all three subjects. operator did not feel his speed was in excess of 20-25 mph. 

Several people on scene verified account of what happened. 

One injury / No fatalities. 
There was no apparent alcohol involvement. 
There was no vessel damage reported. 
The operator and all three "Inner Tubers" were wearing PFDs. 
The operator did not have a mandatory Boater Education Card. 
No Rules of the Road Violations.


BARDID: WA-2013-0082
Date: 2013-10-27 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:50:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Puget Sound
NearestCityTown: Vashon Island
County: King
WaterConditions: Unknown
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Weather
AccidentCause2: Force of wave/wake
AccidentCause3: Hull failure
MachineryFailure: Engine
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
RedactedNarrative:
Operator was in the process of relocating this vessel from the Foss waterway to Bellingham.  This 37' sailboat did not have a working engine and Operator was having difficulty trying to sail the twin masted boat by himself. 
 
On 10/26/2013, Operator anchored this vessel on the eastern shore of Vashon Island approximately 1NM south of Dolphin Point for weather to pass.
 
On 10/27/13, he dragged anchor and washed ashore.  Unable to free his vessel from being hard aground it developed a leak in the hull from rocks.  Operator stated that the leak was about 5 gallons a minute.  He continued to make attempts by himself to free his boat with no result.
 
On 10/29/13, at about 11:50 a.m., Operator broadcast a MAYDAY distress call on vhf 16.  King County Sheriff's Office personnel responded and rescued Operator, his dog, and his cat from his partially submerged boat that was hard aground on its port side, port beam to deeper water.  USCG responded as well and informed DNR of the vessel.  
 
Operator stated he was living on the boat and had no money or assistance with the boat.  He was transported to South Park Boat Storage to seek assistance.
 
No injuries / fatalities.
There was no apparent alcohol involvement.
Vessel damage was estimated at $6000.
The operator was not wearing a PFD - Vessel was anchored.
The operator did not have a mandatory Boater Education Card.
No Rules of the Road Violations.


BARDID: WA-2013-0083
Date: 2013-10-30 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:42:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Bellingham Bay
NearestCityTown: Bellingham
County: Whatcom
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Wednesday
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentCause2: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause3: Improper loading
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
RedactedNarrative:
On 10/30/2013, at about 2:42 p.m., Operator went out in this vessel from the Fairhaven Boat Launch into Bellingham Bay just off, Post Point, located in Whatcom County WA.   

Operator reported that after paddling out he stood up to take off his sweatshirt.  He then fell overboard and was unable to get back on board the kayak.  He was wearing a PFD but no other survival gear and had no sounding device.  He was in the water for 20-30 minutes when another boat passing by discovered him in the water.   

The other boat picked Operator up and transported him to the Marina and then to St. Joes Hospital.  Operator was disoriented and was treated for hypothermia in the hospital for several hours.   

Law Enforcement personnel reported that Operator admitted to drinking before going out on the kayak but there was no probable cause to arrest him for BUI.  It was apparent that Operator had fallen overboard because he decided to stand up in the kayak to remove his sweatshirt causing the kayak to tip over.  He was not cited for not having a sounding device. 
 
NOTE:  Operator identified himself to Law Enforcement Officers as someone else when he was first contacted.  He will likely be cited for providing false information.

One injury / No fatalities 
Alcohol was involved
There was no damage to the vessel
The operator/victim was wearing a PFD 
The operator/victim did not have a mandatory Boater Education Card
There were no Rules of the Road Violations


BARDID: WA-2013-0084
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2013-09-21 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 20:15:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Puget Sound
NearestCityTown: Friday Harbor
County: San Juan
WaterConditions: Rough
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Fair
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Restricted vision
AccidentCause2: Improper lookout
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent3: Sinking
RedactedNarrative:
On 09/21/2013, at about 8:15 p.m., this vessel was motoring to mooring at twilight on Puget Sound at the east end of Obstruction Island.   
 
The vessel ran aground in ebb tide on shoal east of navigational marker on Obstruction Island.  The vessel lay over on its side as the water receded.  As the tide came in, water came over the side of the vessel flooding it.  The vessel's electric pump and manual pump were ineffective because they were mid line and the vessel was on its side at approximately 80 degree angle.  Bailing was ultimately not able to keep up with the incursion of water over the side.
 
Coast Guard responded but was too late to use pumps on board.  
 
The vessel was holed in a subsequent storm and had to be salvaged and disposed of. 
 
No injuries or fatalities.
There was no apparent alcohol involvement.
Vessel damage was estimated at $10,000.  Property damage was reported at $800.
Both the operator and passenger were wearing a PFD.
The operator did not have a mandatory Boater Education Card - Exempt by age.
There were no Rules of the Road Violations.


BARDID: WA-2013-0086
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2013-11-03 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 07:20:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Yakima River
NearestCityTown: Zillah
County: Yakima
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Equipment failure
AccidentCause2: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause3: Hazardous waters
EquipmentFailure: Other
AccidentEvent1: Collision with floating object
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/swamping
RedactedNarrative:
On 11/03/2013, at about 7:20 a.m., operator and his passenger were in this vessel, duck hunting on the Yakima River.  While drifting down the river an oar broke.  Operator was unable to control the boat.  The boat got caught in the current and some logs submerging the boat.  Both occupants were able to get to an island in the river.  They were picked up by Yakima County Marine Patrol/Swift Water Rescue personnel.  Neither individual was injured.
 
Hunting gear, 2 shotguns, and other items were lost in the river, along with the vessel.
 
No injuries / fatalities
No apparent alcohol involvement
Vessel was a total loss with estimated value of $500
Personal items lost were valued at $1500
The operator was not wearing a PFD - The passenger was wearing a PFD 
The operator did not have a mandatory Boater Education Card
No Rules of the Road Violations


BARDID: WA-2013-0087
Date: 2013-06-03 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 20:00:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Port Gardner Bay
NearestCityTown: Everett
County: Snohomish
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Fair
DayofWeek: Monday
AccidentCause1: Weather
AccidentCause2: Improper lookout
AccidentCause3: Navigation rules violation
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On 06/03/2013, at about 8:00 pm these two vessels were participating in a non-permitted/non-sanctioned race in Port Gardner Bay located in Snohomish county near Everett, WA.  Winds were reported as heavy, approximately 18 knots. 

MEI LI was approaching windward turning mark on port tack, overstated on boat length.  IZARRA was on starboard and appeared to have to tack and make mark.  Instead IZARRA held course.  MEI LI tried but failed to avoid contact thereby striking IZARRA on its port side.   

No injuries / fatalities 
No apparent alcohol involvement 
MEI LI reported damages of $1,200.00 - IZARRA reported damages of $16,000.00 
Both vessel operators were wearing PFDs 
V1 Operator did not have a mandatory Boater Education Card (exempt by age) - V2 Operator did have a mandatory Boater Education Card 
Possible Rules of the Road Violation - "Action to Avoid Collision"


BARDID: WA-2013-0088
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2013-11-08 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:36:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Hood Canal
NearestCityTown: Hoodsport
County: Mason
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Unkn
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On 11/08/2013, at about 3:36 p.m., these vessels were fishing on Hood Canal located in Mason county near Hoodsport, WA. 

V1 was traveling South on Hood Canal just North of the Fish Hatchery when it ran over V2. V2's Operator  suffered minor injuries.  V2 was a total loss. 

One injury / no fatalities 
No apparent alcohol involvement 
No damage to V1. V2 was a total loss (value of approx. $500) 
V1 Operator was not wearing a PFD. V2 Operator was wearing a PFD 
Neither Operator had a mandatory Boater Education Card 
Rules of the Road Violation - No Proper Lookout


BARDID: WA-2013-0089
Date: 2013-08-28 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 22:00:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Columbia River
NearestCityTown: Ridgefield
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: None
Visibility: Poor
DayofWeek: Wednesday
AccidentCause1: Congested waters
AccidentEvent1: Collision with floating object
RedactedNarrative:
On 8/28/2013, at about 10:00 p.m., V2 (SEA-TOO) was gill netting on the Columbia River about 2000 yards from the Ridgefield Channel entrance, located in Clark county, WA.  The owner/operator reported that SEA-TOO had proper lighting on both the vessel and net.   

The operator of V1 reported that SMOOTH was headed downstream on the Columbia River at about 10:00 p.m. when he encountered a large number of gill net boats.  SMOOTH was assisted to maneuver through the nets by the captains of the vessels via radio and by shining their spotlights on their nets.  Operator1 moved from the lower helm station to the fly bridge helm to be able to see better.  He navigated through most of the nets without incident.   

Operator1 (SMOOTH) asked Operator2 (SEA-TOO) the location of his net.  Operator1 received a response instructing him to go to the Washington shore 10' off shore and go past the remaining nets.  He responded with "I am not going that close."  His response from Operator2 was "you're an idiot".  Operator1 continued to request the location of SEA-TOO's net without response.   

Operator1 proceeded towards the end of SEA-TOO's net close to the shore but the depth fell under 5' so Operator1 reversed course.  He proceeded to go back across the same path he had traveled when he observed a net across his path.  Operator1 immediately reversed his engines in an attempt to stop.  When it became obvious he could not stop, Operator1 put the engines in neutral and was caught on the net.  SMOOTH became immobile due to their propellers being wrapped up in SEA-TOO's net.   

The Coast Guard arrived.  They were unable to free SMOOTH from the net.  Operator2 (SEA-TOO) asked the Coast Guard officer to cut both ends of the net that was wrapped up in SMOOTH's propeller to free their boat so that they could be towed in.  40 fathoms of SEA-TOO's net and the salmon in it was destroyed as a result of the nets being cut. 

No injuries or fatalities. 
There was no apparent alcohol involvement. 
V1 "SMOOTH" estimated $4000 in damages.  V2 "SEA-TOO" estimated $2000+ in damages. 
V1 occupants were wearing PFDs.  V2 occupants were not wearing PFDs. 
V1 operator did not have a mandatory Washington Boater Education Card (he did have an Oregon Boater Card).  V2 operator did have a mandatory Boater Education Card. 
Rules of the Road Violation - Narrow Channels - Inland Waters.


BARDID: WA-2013-0090
Date: 2013-11-19 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:00:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Puget Sound
NearestCityTown: Bremerton
County: Kitsap
WaterConditions: Unknown
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Tuesday
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause2: Hazardous waters
AccidentCause3: Hull failure
EquipmentFailure: Other
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
RedactedNarrative:
On 11/19/2013, at about 4:00 p.m., this vessel and its occupants were drifting on Puget Sound near Point Herron located in Kitsap county. The juveniles had stolen the boat (leaky with no paddles) from a dock and were swept out to deeper water by strong currents. 

At about 6:49 p.m., Bainbridge Island, along with 4 other units, including the USCG, were dispatched to the area of Crystal Springs Drive & Baker Hill Road for a water rescue. At about 8:15 p.m., a Coast Guard helicopter advised that they were circling above a small, occupied vessel. The vessel - (an ' Livingston rowboat)- V1 and occupants appeared to be in distress. The boat had no oars and was flooding. V1 had 6 - 8" of water at the rear of one of the hulls. 

The two occupants were pulled out of the water and was handed over to the Bainbridge Island Police Department. Subject1 was soaked, except for his head. He was taken by Medic 21 to Harrison Memorial Hospital in Bremerton for treatment of hypothermia. Other subject was cold but had remained on the dry side of the vessel. She was transported by Bainbridge Ambulance to Harrison Memorial Hospital for observation. 

Both Subjects had been reported as runaways. Their parents/guardians were contacted by Bainbridge Fire and Bainbridge Ambulance personnel. No charges were filed for the theft of the boat.
 
One injury / No fatalities.
There was no apparent alcohol involvement.
There was no additional vessel damage as a result of the incident.  The vessel had holes + patched holes in the hull when it was stolen from the dock.
Neither occupant was wearing a PFD.
The operator did not have a mandatory Boater Education Card.
There were no Rules of the Road Violations.


BARDID: WA-2013-0091
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2013-11-24 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:00:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Columbia River
NearestCityTown: Ilwaco
County: Pacific
WaterConditions: Rough
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Navigation rules violation
AccidentCause2: Improper lookout
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent3: Sinking
RedactedNarrative:
On 11/24/2013, at about 11:00 a.m., this vessel, was motoring down river (west) on the Columbia River past the gates to the Ilwaco channel. They were moving from Baker Bay to the area below the Cape Disappointment lighthouse to crab. A vessel was cutting in front of Operator from north to south, east of or up river of the A-Jetty. Law Enforcement's report indicated that the A-Jetty has a sunken section of rock that is exposed at low tide. At the time of incident, the water was coming back in however the current was still observed flowing out on the buoys but it was near slack tide. 

Operator reported that the vessel in front of him made an evasive maneuver and when it cleared he continued straight on his down river course. Operator said he believed the visible pilings were the end of the Jetty and did not know about the submerged rocks out farther. At the last second, he saw the tip of the rock at the water line and tried to turn but it was too late. The vessel slid over the rock lifting the back of the boat out of the water. Operator reported within seconds he was standing in water. Water was also pouring up around the edges of the floorboards. 

Operator told the four men on board to put on PFDs and he put one on as well. While they were putting on their PFDs Operator tried to motor toward shore and the stern was going down. Within 2 to 3 minutes the boat went down and all 5 occupants were in the water. 

An unknown Good Samaritan came to their aid and immediately pulled 4 of the men into the boat. A second Good Samaritan pulled the 5th man into his boat. All 5 men were transported to the Cape Disappointment Coast Guard Station. 

No injuries or fatalities. 
There was no apparent alcohol involvement. 
Vessel damages estimated at $40,000 - Total Loss. 
Other property damages estimated at $10,640. 
No one on board was wearing a PFD prior to the incident. PFDs were readily available and all on board were able to put one on quickly. 
The Operator had an Oregon Boater Education Card. 
Rules of the Road Violation - Conduct of Vessels in Sight of One Another.


BARDID: WA-2013-0092
Date: 2013-11-23 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 03:36:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Puget Sound
NearestCityTown: Seattle
County: King
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Fair
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
AccidentEvent2: Person departed vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel - 2001, 37' Fiberglass Navtor Auxiliary Sailboat - ASTRILD 
On 11/23/2013, at about 3:36 a.m., this vessel, ASTRILD, was sailing on Puget Sound in King county WA.  ASTRILD was returning from Kingston heading to Seattle.   

The vessel owner fell overboard (reason unknown).  The vessel operator jumped in the water in an attempt to rescue the owner.  Neither man was able to get back into the vessel.  The men hung onto ropes until the Seattle Police Harbor Patrol (SPHP) arrived and pulled them from the water.  SPHP transported the two men to Shilshole Bay Marina and turned them over to Seattle Fire Medics.  The men were transported to the hospital where they were treated for hypothermia. 

2 Injuries / No Fatalities. 
Alcohol involvement is unknown. 
No damages. 
No one on board the vessel was wearing a PFD. 
It is not known if the Operator had a mandatory Boater Education Card. 
There were no Rules of the Road Violations.


BARDID: WA-2013-0093
Date: 2013-11-21 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:30:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Palouse River
NearestCityTown: Palouse
County: Whitman
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: None
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Thursday
AccidentCause1: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel - 2011, 12' Current Designs Kestrel 120 Plastic Kayak 

On 11/21/2013, at about 8:25 p.m., Whitcom advised Whitman County units of a missing person.  The reporting person had called to report his wife along with their small dog, had gone kayaking in the Palouse river earlier in the day (about 2:30 p.m.) and had failed to arrive at her destination in Palouse. 

Subject reported to officers that his wife, Victim, had decided to go kayaking in the Palouse river earlier in the day and he hadn't heard from here since she left.  He also told officers that he had told Victim that she shouldn't go out in the river as the water was too low but she went anyway.  Subject said that he received a text from Victim at 2:22 p.m., telling him she was off and would call him when she got to her destination so he could pick her up.  Normally, Victim would call him on her cell phone when she arrived in Palouse.  Subject said he would go and pick up Victim and then drive her back out to get their vehicle.  He said they had done this several times. 

Subject told officers that when he didn't hear from Victim he went out Wellesley Road into Latah County where she started her kayak trip.  He said at 5:45 p.m., he found their green Ford Explorer parked next to the bridge off of South River Road near the Palouse river where she always parks it.  He said he checked her vehicle and did not find her or the kayak.  Subject said he began checking the river from the roadway on North Palouse River Road and did not see Victim or the kayak. 

Officers asked Subject if Victim was an experienced kayaker and he said "yes".  He said Victim had done this same trip about 30 to 40 times and was familiar with the river.  He said the trip usually took Victim about 2.5 to 3 hours to complete. 

Due to the extreme cold outside temperature (about 25 degrees), Whitman and Latah County deputies began a ground search along the river.  The search continued through the night and into Friday (11/22) morning.  MedStar assisted with the search using their helicopter.  Neither Victim or the kayak were located.  The outside temperature dropped to 16 degrees during the night. 

On 11/22, at about 8:30 p.m., a search crew from Fairchild Air Force Base using a helicopter, located a red kayak in the river.  Searchers responded to the area and were able to locate the kayak which was overturned in the water near the shoreline.  The kayak was found underneath some tree branches.  No body was found at the kayak. 

Searchers then located the deceased body of Victim about 100 yards down river from the kayak.  Victim was found laying on her side on an embankment in the middle of the river.  A small dog was found alive next to her.  Victim was not wearing a PFD and was not dressed appropriately for the cold outside temperature or for cold water immersion.   

It is unknown at this time what caused Victim to overturn in the kayak.  This case will remain active pending the results of the death investigation report from the Whitman County Coroner's Officer.  Updates will be made in BARD as needed upon receipt of any additional information.
 
No injuries / 1 Fatality.
Alcohol involvement is unknown.
There was no damage to the vessel.
The victim was not wearing a PFD.
The operator/victim did not have a mandatory Boater Education Card.
It is not known if any Rules of the Road Violations contributed to the incident.


BARDID: WA-2013-0094
Date: 2013-12-23 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:00:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Similk Bay
NearestCityTown: La Conner
County: Skagit
WaterConditions: Rough
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Storm
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Monday
AccidentCause1: Hazardous waters
AccidentCause2: Force of wave/wake
AccidentCause3: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Engine
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel - 2001, 17' Alumaweld Aluminum Open Motorboat w/ 2 Outboard Gasoline Engines - 70 HP Yamaha & 8 HP Honda 

On 12/23/2013, at about 2:00 p.m, this vessel was fishing in Similk Bay located in Skagit County, WA.  The vessel's propeller became fouled with a line to a crab pot.  Waves began coming over the stern causing the vessel to become swamped, eventually capsizing.   

The two subjects on board left the vessel voluntarily after it became swamped and capsized.  Both subjects were wearing PFDs at the time of the incident and made it to shore safely.  The subjects were transported to Island County Hospital in Anacortes, WA where they were treated for hypothermia and released.  The vessel was recovered on 12/24/2013, by vessel assist.
 
2 Injuries / 0 Fatalities
No apparent alcohol involvement
Estimated vessel damage - $15,000
PFDs were worn by all involved
The Operator did not have a mandatory Boater Education Card
No Rules of the Road Violations


BARDID: WA-2013-0095
Date: 2013-12-26 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:42:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Holmes Harbor
NearestCityTown: Freeland
County: Island
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: None
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Thursday
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
RedactedNarrative:
The incident occurred on 12/26/2013, at about 11:42 a.m., while this vessel, operated by Operator, was crabbing in Holmes Harbor near Freeland WA located in Island county. 

Operator stated that at approximately 10:30 a.m.,he launched this vessel from a private ramp off Bercot Road located in Freeland, WA. Operator indicated that after checking his crab pots he motored in. While underway, Operator lost his balance while attempting to adjust the Type IV flotation device he was using for a seat cushion, while using the tiller handle for support. Operator fell over, the tiller handle locked hard port with throttle locked. The vessel rotated clockwise around him. 

Area neighbors heard Operator's cries for help, calling to report the incident. A local contractor working in the area secured a vessel and responded to help. Operator was brought to shore, suffering from hypothermia. He was transported via ambulance to Whidbey General Hospital where he was treated in the Emergency Room with an 84 degree core body temperature. 

One injury / No fatalities 
There was no apparent alcohol involvement 
Vessel damages estimated at $200 
The operator was not wearing a PFD 
The operator did not have a mandatory Boater Education Card 
There were no Rules of the Road Violations


BARDID: WA-2013-5000
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2013-09-13 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:55:00
State: WA
NameOfBodyOfWater: Harvey Channel
WaterConditions: choppy
Wind: light
Visibility: poor
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Navigation rules violation
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent3: Sinking
RedactedNarrative:
According to a CG report, a 382 ft commercial passenger vessel hit a 25 ft sailing vessel as both were departing.  The commercial vessel was trying to overtake the sailing vessel but turned the wrong way, thus compromising the commercial vessel's position.  The commercial vessel struck the stern of the sailing vessel causing signficant damage that the sailing vessel sank.  The only occupant onboard the sailing vessel was taken to the ohspital for neck injuries.  THe commercial operator was at fault for navigation rules violations.  She didn't use a sound-producing device to alert the sailing vessel of her course of action.


BARDID: WI-2010-0001
Date: 2010-02-12 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:45:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: MISSISSIPPI RIVER
NearestCityTown: FOUNTAIN CITY
County: BUFFALO
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: None
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Sharp Turn
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Fixed Object
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
AIR BOAT WITH FOUR PEOPLE ABOARD WAS LAUNCHED AT FOUNTAIN CITY BOAT LANDING. AIR BOAT WAS HEADING WEST ON THE MISSISSIPPI RIVER. AIRBOAT WENT ABOUT 150 YDS ON OPEN WATER THEN ONTO TO AN ICE SHELF. THIS ACTION CAUSED AIRBOAT TO SHIFT TO STARBOARD. THIS ACTION CAUSED THE VICTIM WHO WAS SITTING IN THE MIDDLE OF THE BOAT TO LOSE HIS BALANCE AND FALL OUT OF THE BOAT ONTO THE ICE SUSTAINING FATAL HEAD INJURIES.


BARDID: WI-2010-0002
Date: 2010-03-28 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:30:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: WOLF RIVER
NearestCityTown: SHIOCTON
County: OUTAGAMIE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Operator Inattention
AccidentCause2: IMPROPER LOOKOUT
AccidentCause3: Restricted Vision
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Recreational Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
HUSBAND & WIFE WERE FISHING ON DRIFTING BOAT#2. BOAT#1 APPROACHED BOAT#2 WITH BOW HIGH OUT OF WATER. AS BOAT#1 APPROACHED CLOSER, BOAT#2 OPERATOR & PASSENGER(WIFE) STOOD UP TO GAIN ATTENTION OF BOAT#1 OPERATOR. WHEN BOAT#2 OPERATOR REALIZED BOAT#1 OPERATOR DID NOT SEE BOAT#2, HE PLACED TROLLING MOTOR IN REVERSE. THIS ACTION MOVED THE BOAT SUFFICIENTLY TO AVOID BEING HIT MID SHIP ON STARBOARD SIDE. BOAT#1 STRUCK BOAT#2 NEAR FRONT BOW SEAT ON STARBOARD SIDE & CAREENED ACROSS THE BOW OF BOAT#2. AFTER CHECKING WITH EACH OTHER, BOTH BOATS PROCEEDED TO BOAT LANDING AT BARKER PARKER WHERE LAW AUTHORITIES WERE THEN CALLED AND BOTH OPERATORS EXCHANGED INFORMATION.


BARDID: WI-2010-0003
Date: 2010-04-15 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:15:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: CASTLE ROCK LAKE - WIS RIVER
NearestCityTown: GERMANTOWN, TOWN OF
County: JUNEAU
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Thursday
AccidentCause1: Weather
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
RedactedNarrative:
ON APRIL 15th AT APROX 1:15pm AN UNOCCUPIED BOAT WAS FOUND GOING IN CIRCLES ON CASTLE ROCK LAKE. THERE WERE NO WITNESSES WHO HAD OBSERVED THE INCIDENT SO DETAILS ARE BASED ON THE INVESTIGATION AND BODY RECOVERY. VICTIMS HAD LAUNCHED THE BOAT AT THE CTH G LANDING NEAR THE BUCKHORN BRIDGE. THE VICTIMS FISHED IN THE BUCKHORN AREA BEFORE TRAVELING TO AN AREA NEAR THE BOY SCOUT CAMP. STEADY WINDS FROM THE SOUTH WEST CAUSED THE WATER TO BE FAIRLY ROUGH. AT SOME POINT THE TWO VICTIMS FELL OVERBOARD AND DROWNED. victim1 WAS RECOVERED 15 DAYS AFTER THE INCIDENT (APRIL 30). victim2 WAS RECOVERED 17 DAYS AFTER THE INCIDENT (MAY 2). BASED ON THE CLOTHING THE VICTIMS WERE WEARING WHEN THEIR BODY WAS RECOVERED --IT IS PRESUMED THAT victim1 MAY HAVE SWAM FOR SOME DISTANCE BEFORE DROWNING SINCE HE WAS NOT WEARING FOOTWEAR NOR A JACKET OR SWEATSHIRT. IT IS UNKNOWN IF victim2 HAD ATTEMPTED TO SWIM TO SHORE.


BARDID: WI-2010-0006
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2010-05-16 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:00:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: LAKE GENEVA
NearestCityTown: FONTANA
County: WALWORTH
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: 0
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Hull Failure
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: CAPSIZING
AccidentEvent3: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
OPERATOR-OWNER & FEMALE FRIEND-PASSENGER LEFT FONTANA MUNICIPAL PIER HEADING TOWARD LAKE GENEVA MUNICIPAL RAMP. ABOUT 1-2 MILES OUT, BOAT BEGAN TO RAPIDLY TAKE ON WATER. BOTH GRABBED & PUT ON PFD'S. BOAT CAPSIZED WITHIN ONE MINUTE, THROWING OPERATOR & PASSENGER INTO WATER. BOAT SANK WITHIN 10 MINUTES. A PASSING BOATER RESCUED BOTH PARTIES AND WENT DIRECTLY TO THE LAKE GENEVA POLICE DEPT TO REPORT THE INCIDENT.


BARDID: WI-2010-0007
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2010-05-20 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 10:50:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: LITTLE ST GERMAIN
NearestCityTown: ST GERMAIN
County: VILAS
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Thursday
AccidentCause1: Operator Inattention
AccidentCause2: NAVIGATION RULES VIOLATION
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Recreational Vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
BOAT#1 OPERATOR & WIFE-PASSENGER WERE TRAVELING TO A NEW FISHING LOCATION AND STRUCK A ROW BOAT OCCUPIED BY TWO MEN WHO WERE FISHING. BOTH ROW BOAT OCCUPANTS WERE TOSSED OVERBOARD. BOAT#1 OPERATOR ASSISTED ONE PERSON INTO HIS BOAT, WHILE THE OTHER ROWBOAT OCCUPANT WAS ABLE TO REBOARD THE ROW BOAT. NO INJURIES WERE REPORTED.


BARDID: WI-2010-0009
Date: 2010-05-30 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:08:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: LAC LABELLE
NearestCityTown: CITY OF OCONOMOWOC
County: WAUKESHA
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Force of Wave/wake
AccidentEvent1: Skier Mishap
RedactedNarrative:
BROTHER IN LAW OF BOAT OPERATOR WAS WAKEBOARDING AND ENCOUNTERED A LARGE WAVE. ACTION CAUSED BOARDER TO LOSE HIS GRIP ON TOW LINE AND FALL INTO THE WATER. CONTACT WITH WATER PUSHED RIGHT ARM INTO SHOULDER CAUSING EXTREME PAIN. MEDICAL EXAMINATION DETERMINED ARM & SHOULDER NOT FRACTURED, BUT CAUSED LARGE CONTUSION ON RIGHT ARM.


BARDID: WI-2010-0010
Date: 2010-05-30 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:15:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: LAKE MINOCQUA
NearestCityTown: MINOCQUA
County: ONEIDA
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Weather
AccidentCause2: OPERATOR INATTENTION
AccidentCause3: Other
OtherAccidentCause: unsecured cargo
AccidentEvent1: Person Departed Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
BOAT WAS OPERATING IN SOUTHEAST DIRECTION WHEN INFLATABLE TUBE ON BACK OF BOAT CAME LOOSE & FELL OFF. DAUGHTER WAS SITTING ON COIL OF TUBE ROPE IN BOAT WHEN TUBE FELL OFF THE  BOAT. DAUGHTER BECAME ENTANGLED IN THE ROPE AS IT BEGAN TO FEED OUT OF THE BOAT. DAUGHTER WAS DRAGGED OVER BOARD. MOTHER THEN JUMPED OFF BOAT TO RESCUE DAUGHTER. DAUGHTER WAS SUCCESSFULLY PULLED INTO BOAT BY FATHER (BOAT OPERATOR) WITH MOTHER'S ASSISTANCE. AFTER DAUGHTER WAS RESCUED, FATHER-OPERATOR TURNED AROUND TO ASSIST WIFE-VICTIM TO GET INTO THE BOAT. MOTHER SANK BENEATH THE SURFACE BEFORE SHE COULD BE REACHED. BODY WAS RECOVERED NEXT DAY.


BARDID: WI-2010-0011
Date: 2010-05-29 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 10:30:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: LAKE BEULAH
NearestCityTown: MUKWONAGO
County: WALWORTH
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: None
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Other
AccidentCause2: Force of wave/wake
OtherAccidentCause: passenger/skier behavior
AccidentEvent1: Skier Mishap
RedactedNarrative:
BOAT OWNER-OPERATOR WITH 9 PEOPLE ABOARD WAS TOWING ONE TUBE WITH THREE RIDERS. SOMEHOW A RIDER'S FOOT BECAME ENTANGLED IN THE TUBE AND WHEN THE TUBE ENCOUNTERED A WAVE, THIS ACTION ON THE TUBE WHILE RIDER'S FOOT WAS ENTANGLED, FRACTURED THE RIDER'S LEG.


BARDID: WI-2010-0012
Date: 2010-05-31 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:30:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: MISSISSIPPI RIVER
NearestCityTown: DIAMOND BLUFF
County: PIERCE
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Monday
AccidentCause1: Force of Wave/wake
AccidentCause2: CONGESTED WATERS
AccidentEvent1: Fall in vessel
RedactedNarrative:
BOAT WITH 4 PERSONS ABOARD WAS CRUiSING APROX 15 MPH, WHEN BOAT ENCOUNTERED A LARGE BOAT WAKE-WAVE FROM FAST MOVING LARGE BOAT. OPERATOR WAS UNABLE TO TURN BOW INTO THE WAVE. WAVE STRUCK BOAT CAUSING FRONT SEAT PASSENGERS (INCLUDING THE INJURED) TO RISE VERTICALLY OUT OF THEIR SEATS AND THEN LAND HARD ONTO THE SEAT & DECK. RESULT WAS SEVERE INJURY TO ONE PASSENGER. OPERATOR CALLED 911.
PIERCE COUNTY PATROL BOAT RESPONDED AND ESCORTED BOAT TO MARINA WHERE EMS WERE WAITING. INJURED PARTY WAS TRANSPORTED TO NEARBY HOSPITAL AND THEN TO MINNESOTA HOSPITAL.


BARDID: WI-2010-0013
Date: 2010-05-30 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:00:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: ROCK RIVER
NearestCityTown: BELOIT, CITY OF
County: ROCK
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Navigation Rules Violation
AccidentCause2: IMPROPER LOOKOUT
AccidentCause3: OPERATOR INATTENTION
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Recreational Vessel
AccidentEvent2: PERSON STRUCK BY VESSEL
AccidentEvent3: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
PWC OPERATORS WERE SPENDING THE AFTERNOON ON THE RIVER DOING 360 DEGREE TURNS & ATTEMPTING TO SPRAY THE OTHER WITH WATER.
PWC #2 HAD COMPLETED A 36O TURN & WAS DRIFTING. PWC#1 CIRCLED PWC#2 ONCE AT CLOSE DISTANCE, THEN DID A 360 TURN. WHEN PWC#1 CAME OUT OF THE TURN HE HEADED TOWARD DRIFTING PWC#2 IN ATTEMPT TO SPRAY HIM. INSTEAD PWC#1 STRUCK PWC #2 CAUSING PWC#2 OPERATOR TO FALL OFF PWC WITH INJURIES. PWC#2 OPERATOR REBOARDED HIS PWC, AND BOTH RETURNED TO THE NEAREST BOAT LANDING.


BARDID: WI-2010-0014
Date: 2010-05-29 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:30:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: IROGAMI (FISH) LAKE
NearestCityTown: WAUTOMA
County: WAUSHARA
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Other
OtherAccidentCause: passenger/skier behavior
AccidentEvent1: Skier Mishap
RedactedNarrative:
BOAT OPERATOR-WIFE WAS TOWING HUSBAND ON SKIIS. HUSBAND-SKIIER CUT ACROSS BOAT WAKE AT BAD ANGLE. SKIIER LOST BALANCE & FELL. ONE FOOT DID NOT RELEASE FROM SKI BOOT CAUSING BROKEN LEG WHEN SKIER FELL.


BARDID: WI-2010-0015
Date: 2010-05-31 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:00:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: LAKE NAGAWICKA
NearestCityTown: DELAFIELD
County: WAUKESHA
WaterConditions: Unknown
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Monday
AccidentCause1: Sharp Turn
AccidentCause2: Other
OtherAccidentCause: passenger/skier behavior
AccidentEvent1: Skier Mishap
RedactedNarrative:
BOAT WAS TOWING ONE TUBE RIDER AROUND THE LAKE. AFTER BOAT MADE A GRADUAL 180 DEGREE TURN, TUBE RIDER RELEASED THE TOW ROPE. AT TIME OF THE PICK-UP -- RIDER EXCHANGE, TUBE RIDER CLAIMED HIS SHOULDER HURT & MAYBE DISLOCATED. MEDICAL EXAMINATION AT EMERGENCY FACILITY CONFIRMED DISLOCATION & RESET THE SHOULDER.


BARDID: WI-2010-0016
Date: 2010-06-08 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 03:00:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: SILVER LAKE
NearestCityTown: SILVER LAKE VILLAGE OF
County: KENOSHA
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Tuesday
AccidentCause1: Overloading
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Person Departed Vessel
AccidentEvent3: CAPSIZING
RedactedNarrative:
FIVE YOUNG MEN WERE ON BOARD. AFTER A DAY OF FISHING THEY WERE RETURNING TO A BOAT LAUNCH WHEN THE BOW WENT UNDER WATER, FILLING THE BOAT WITH WATER. ALL OCCUPANTS VACATED THE BOAT, THE ACTION BY THOSE VACATING CAUSED THE BOAT TO CAPSIZE. THE CAPSIZED BOAT TROLLING MOTOR INJURED THE BOAT OPERATOR WHEN THE BOAT CAPSIZED. ALL OCCUPANTS  MADE IT SAFELY TO SHORE. OPERATOR WAS ONLY ONE INJURED NEEDING MEDICAL TREATMENT. OPERATOR CITED FOR OVERLOADED BOAT AND HAVING NO BOATING SAFETY CERTIFICATION.


BARDID: WI-2010-0017
Date: 2010-06-09 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:00:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: LAKE MICHIGAN
NearestCityTown: TOWN OF HOLLAND
County: SHEBOYGAN
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Wednesday
AccidentCause1: Operator Inexperience
AccidentCause2: HAZARDOUS WATERS
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
RedactedNarrative:
VICTIM-OPERATOR WAS OBSERVED KAYAKING NEAR SHORE. KAYAK WAS LATER OBSERVED FARTHER FROM SHORE UNOCCUPIED. NO WITNESS TO WHETHER OPERATOR VOLUNTARILY LEFT KAYAK OR FELL OVERBOARD. RESCUE BOATS ON SCENE OBSERVED STRONG 'UNDER CURRENT' & WIND WAS PREVAILING TO THE NORTHEAST AWAY FROM SHORE. TWO DAYS OF RESCUE SEARCH EVOLVED INTO SEARCH AND RECOVERY OPERATION. VICTIM BODY STILL NOT RECOVERED AS OF 11-1-2010.


BARDID: WI-2010-0018
Date: 2010-05-29 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:30:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: BALSAM LAKE
NearestCityTown: BALSAM LAKE
County: POLK
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Navigation Rules Violation
AccidentCause2: OPERATOR INATTENTION
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Recreational Vessel
AccidentEvent2: PERSON STRUCK BY VESSEL
AccidentEvent3: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
PWC#2 WAS PRECEDING AHEAD OF PWC#1. PWC#2 MADE A SHARP LEFT TURN CREATING A LARGE WAKE THAT PWC#1 JUMPED OVER. PWC#1 THEN STRUCK PWC#2 MIDSHIP CAUSING PWC#2 OPERATOR TO FALL OVERBOARD. AFTER PWC#2 WAS ASSISTED TO NEARBY PONTOON BOAT & TRANSPORTED TO SHORE WHERE EMS EVALUATED PWC#2 OPERATOR AND THEN TRANSPORTED HER TO NEARBY MEDICAL CENTER. PWC#2 OPERATOR WAS LATER TRANSPORTED TO REGIONS  HOSPITAL IN ST PAUL FOR TREATMENT OF BROKEN RIBS, INTERNAL INJUIRES AND LEFT HIP LACERATION.


BARDID: WI-2010-0019
Date: 2010-06-09 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:00:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: BAY OF GREEN BAY
NearestCityTown: OAK ORCHARD
County: OCONTO
WaterConditions: Rough
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Wednesday
AccidentCause1: Weather
AccidentCause2: HAZARDOUS WATERS
AccidentCause3: IMPROPER LOADING
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
PWC OPERATOR WENT OUT ONTO LAKE MICHIGAN TO RETRIEVE A SWIM TUBE THAT GOT BLOWN OFF SHORE. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO RETRIEVE THE TUBE, OPERATOR CAPSIZED THE PWC. UNABLE TO RESTART THE PWC, OPERATER STAYED WITH THE CRAFT UNTIL RESCUED BY COAST GUARD. OPERATOR SUFFERED HYPOTHERMIA FROM LONG EXPOSURE TO THE ELEMENTS.


BARDID: WI-2010-0020
Date: 2010-06-20 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:53:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: WISCONSIN RIVER
NearestCityTown: TOWN OF CALEDONIA
County: COLUMBIA
WaterConditions: Unknown
StrongCurrent: -1
Wind: None
Visibility: Poor
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Excessive Speed
AccidentCause2: NAVIGATION RULES VIOLATION
AccidentCause3: Restricted Vision
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Recreational Vessel
AccidentEvent2: PERSON STRUCK BY VESSEL
AccidentEvent3: Fall in vessel
RedactedNarrative:
BOAT#2 GOING SLOW WAS HEADING UP RIVER TURNED THE CORNER TO HEAD ACROSS TO FOGGES BLUFF. PWC#1 WAS HEADING DOWNSTREAM INTO SETTING SUN & STRUCK BOAT#2 NEARLY HEAD ON INJURING TWO PASSENGERS AND CAUSING A FATAL INJURY TO PASSENGER ON BOAT#2. PWC#1 OPERATOR CLAIMED HE WAS OBSTRUCTED BY THE SETTING SUN. WITNESS ACCOUNTS IDENTIFIED PWC#1 OPERATOR WAS GOING VERY FAST.


BARDID: WI-2010-0021
Date: 2010-06-20 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:10:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: ST CROIX RIVER
NearestCityTown: PRESCOTT
County: PIERCE
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Other
OtherAccidentCause: passenger/skier behavior
AccidentEvent1: Skier Mishap
RedactedNarrative:
VICTIM WAS A WAKE BOARDER WHO TWISTED HIS LEG AND FELL ACKWARDLY WHEN HE ATTEMPTED TO "GET UP" ON THE BOARD. VICTIM HAD BEEN WAKEBOARDING MUCH OF THE DAY, AND BELIEVES HE WAS TOO EXHAUSTED TO EXECUTE PROPERLY THE NEEDED ACTION TO "GET UP".


BARDID: WI-2010-0022
Date: 2010-05-22 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:00:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: GENEVA LAKE
NearestCityTown: FONTANA
County: WALWORTH
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Operator Inattention
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Recreational Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
BOAT #1 OPERATOR WAS OPERATING THE BOAT IN REVERSE. SHE THINKS SHE MUST HAVE HAD HIT THE THROTTLE INSTEAD OF THE GEAR SHIFT CAUSING  BOAT#1 TO STRIKE THE  DOCKED BOAT.


BARDID: WI-2010-0023
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2010-06-18 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:28:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: LAKE WISCONSIN
NearestCityTown: POYNETTE
County: COLUMBIA
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Operator Inattention
AccidentCause2: SHARP TURN
AccidentCause3: EXCESSIVE SPEED
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Recreational Vessel
AccidentEvent2: PERSON STRUCK BY VESSEL
AccidentEvent3: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
PWC #1 WITH ONE PASSENGER WAS FOLLOWING PWC#2 AND WAS MOVING CLOSER WHEN PWC#2 OPERATOR MADE A SHARP RIGHT TURN ATTEMPTING TO MAKE A 360 DEGREE TURN. AT THE SAME TIME PWC#1 WAS TURNING RIGHT AND STRUCK PWC#2 AMID STARBOARD SIDE, STRIKING THE OPERATOR & CAUSING HIM TO FALL OFF PWC#2. PWC#1 OPERATOR & PASSENGER FELL OFF THEIR PWC FROM IMPACT WITH PWC#2. PWC#1 OPERATOR & PASSENGER ASSISTED PWC#2 OPERATOR ONTO PWC#1 FOR TRANSPORT TO SHORE. PWC#1 PASSENGER SWAM TO SHORE SINCE PWC#2 WAS INOPERABLE. PWC#2 OPERATOR SUFFERED BROKEN LEG & INTERNAL INJURIES.


BARDID: WI-2010-0024
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2010-06-25 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 09:00:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: LAKE MICHIGAN
NearestCityTown: SHEBOYGAN
County: SHEBOYGAN
WaterConditions: Rough
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Fair
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Operator Inattention
AccidentCause2: Weather
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Fixed Object
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/Swamping
AccidentEvent3: CAPSIZING
RedactedNarrative:
FISHING BOAT WITH THREE MEN ABOARD WERE TROLLING APROX 3 MILES EAST OF SHEBOYGAN HARBOR WHEN TWO OF THE BOAT 3 DOWNRIGGERS GOT CAUGHT ON  A COMMERCIAL FISHING NET ROPE TIED TO THE BUOY MARKING THE NET'S LOCATION. WHILE THE BOAT WAS CAUGHT-- HELD IN PLACE, TWO OF THE MEN WERE IN THE REAR OF THE BOAT ATTEMPTING TO UNTANGLE THE NET ROPE. THIS ACTION PLUS THREE FOOT WAVES OVER THE STARBOARD STERN CAUSED THE BOAT TO FILL RAPIDLY WITH WATER, CAPSIZING THE BOAT. TWO PASSENGERS FELL OVERBOARD WHILE THE OPERATOR-VICTIM WAS TRAPPED BENEATH THE OVERTURNED BOAT FOR A SHORT TIME .THE PASSENGERS CLIMBED & CLUNG TO THE BOTTOM OF THE CAPSIZED BOAT. NEITHER MAN COULD REACH THE OPERATOR-VICTIM WHEN HE SURFACED. ALL THREE MEN WERE RESCUED BY USCG VESSELS, BUT DURING THE RESCUE THE VICTIM SUFFERED A STRESS INDUCED HEART ATTACK AND WAS LATER PRONOUNCED DECEASED AT THE SHEBOYGAN HOSPITAL.


BARDID: WI-2010-0025
Date: 2010-06-29 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:10:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: LAKE MENDOTA
NearestCityTown: MADISON
County: DANE
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Tuesday
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentEvent1: Person Departed Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
VICTIM WAS ONE OF THREE ABOARD A DRIFTING BOAT. VICTIM DECIDED TO ENTER THE WATER FOR A 'NATURE CALL'. VICTIM REMOVED HER CLOTHES AND TOOK A PFD WITH HER AS SHE ENTERED THE WATER. VICTIM LET GO OF THE PFD & WENT BELOW THE SURFACE. VICTIM DID NOT RESURFACE.


BARDID: WI-2010-0026
Date: 2010-07-02 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:44:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: CEDAR LAKE
NearestCityTown: TOWN OF MERCER
County: IRON
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
RedactedNarrative:
VICTIM WAS FOUND FLOATING FACE UP IN THE WATER NEAR HIS GROUNDED FISHING BOAT. VICTIM HAD AN INFLATABLE PDF ON -- BUT IT WAS NOT FASTENED ON THE VICTIM CORRECTLY. THE COLLAR WAS IN FRONT OF HIS FACE, NOT BEHIND THE HEAD TO KEEP THE HEAD ABOVE WATER.


BARDID: WI-2010-0027
Date: 2010-06-29 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:30:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: LAKE DELAVAN
NearestCityTown: TOWN OF DELAVAN
County: WALWORTH
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Tuesday
AccidentCause1: Operator Inattention
AccidentCause2: NAVIGATION RULES VIOLATION
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Recreational Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
BOAT#1 WAS HEADING NORTHEASTERLY AT APROX 25 MPH. BOAT#2 WAS TRAVELING AT APROXIMATE SPEED OF 30-35 MPH IN EASTERLY DIRECTION. BOAT#2 BOW STRUCK BOAT#1 MID PORTSIDE. BOAT#2 OPERATOR CLAIMED BOAT#1 CHANGED DIRECTION SUDDENLY IN FRONT OF BOAT#2 & BOAT#2 HAD INSUFFICIENT TIME TO AVOID STRIKING BOAT#1." REPORTABLE" DAMAGE ESTIMATED FOR BOTH BOATS BY LE AGENCY.


BARDID: WI-2010-0028
Date: 2010-07-03 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:30:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: BIG SAND LAKE
NearestCityTown: MINONG
County: WASHBURN
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Navigation Rules Violation
AccidentCause2: OPERATOR INEXPERIENCE
AccidentEvent1: Other
OtherAccidentEvent: vsl strikes other vsl tow rope
RedactedNarrative:
SISTER & BROTHER SEATED NEAR STERN OF BOAT#1 WERE RETREIVING SKI TOW ROPES WHEN PASSING BOAT#2 WITH ONE SKIER, SNAGGED THE TOW ROPE. THIS ACTION DRAGGED THE SISTER-VICTIM OUT INTO THE WATER. VICTIM SUFFERED SEVERE LACERATION TO THE RIGHT HAND. BROTHER SEATED AT STERN WAS ALSO PULLED INTO THE WATER, BUT SUFFERED NO INJURIES.


BARDID: WI-2010-0029
Date: 2010-05-30 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:45:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: WOLF RIVER
NearestCityTown: WEYAYWEGA
County: WAUPACA
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: None
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Improper Lookout
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Floating Object
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
RedactedNarrative:
WHILE TRAVELING UPSTREAM ON PLANE TO ANOTHER FISHING LOCATION, BOAT STRUCK A SUBMERGED LOG. THIS ACTION CAUSED THE OPERATOR TO BE THROWN INTO SIDE OF BOAT, BREAKING THE OPERATOR'S COLLAR BONE AND DISLOCATING HIS SHOULDER.


BARDID: WI-2010-0030
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2010-06-24 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:00:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: LAKE SUPERIOR
NearestCityTown: RED CLIFF
County: BAYFIELD
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Thursday
AccidentCause1: Operator Inattention
AccidentCause2: NAVIGATION RULES VIOLATION
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Fixed Object
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/Swamping
RedactedNarrative:
BOAT WAS HEADING IN SOUTHERNLY DIRECTION JUST EAST OF HERMIT ISLAND. OPERATOR NEEDED TO USE BATHROOM & THOUGHT HE HAD WOKE HIS SON TO TAKE OVER OPERATING THE BOAT. WHILE THE OPERATOR WAS IN THE BATHROOM, BOAT TURNED EAST & STRUCK A LARGE ROCK NEAR HERMIT ISLAND. BOAT THEN DRIFTED OUT INTO DEEPER WATER. BOAT OPERATOR REGAINED CONTROL AND DROVE BOAT INTO SHORE OF HERMIT ISLAND WHERE IT SANK IN 3 FT DEEP WATER. BOAT HULL HAD 10 FEET OF DAMAGE FROM THE BOW DOWN TO THE BOTTOM OF HULL. BOAT ESTIMATED TO BE A TOTAL LOSS.


BARDID: WI-2010-0031
Date: 2010-06-27 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:00:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: ELK LAKE
NearestCityTown: PHILLIPS
County: PRICE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Other
OtherAccidentCause: passenger/skier behavior
AccidentEvent1: Person Departed Vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person Struck by Propeller
RedactedNarrative:
BOAT OPERATOR (HUSBAND) WITH OBSERVER (WIFE) WERE PULLING THREE CHILDREN ON TUBES. ONE CHILD FELL OFF THE TUBE. WIFE ENTERED THE WATER TO ASSIST THE CHILD WHO HAD FALLEN OFF THE TUBE. THE WIFE-VICTIM LEG BECAME ENTANGELED IN THE TUBE TOW ROPE NEAR THE PROPELLER. THE FOOT & LEG STRUCK THE MOVING PROPELLER CAUSING LACERATIONS AND A FRACTURE ABOVE HER ANKLE.


BARDID: WI-2010-0032
Date: 2010-06-27 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:00:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: MINNESUING
NearestCityTown: LAKE NEBAGAMON
County: DOUGLAS
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Hazardous Waters
AccidentCause2: EXCESSIVE SPEED
AccidentEvent1: Skier Mishap
RedactedNarrative:
BOAT WAS TOWING ONE PERSON IN A LARGE MULTIPLE PERSON INNER TUBE. BOAT WAS MAKING A WIDE TURN IN CHOPPY WATER. TUBE ENCOUNTERED THE BOAT'S WAKE, TUBE RIDER FELL OVERBOARD, RUPTURING HIS SPLEEN.


BARDID: WI-2010-0034
Date: 2010-07-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:00:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: LAKE KEGONSA
NearestCityTown: STOUGHTON
County: DANE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Other
OtherAccidentCause: passenger/skier behavior
AccidentEvent1: Skier Mishap
RedactedNarrative:
ON JULY 4th, VICTIM WAS RIDING ON A TUBE TOWED BY BOAT OPERATED BY HER SISTER'S BOY FRIEND. THE 13 YR OLD SISTER OF THE BOAT OPERATOR WAS ALSO RIDING ON THE TUBE. ABOUT 4 PM BOTH RIDERS FELL OFF THE TUBE WITH THE VICTIM'S KNEE STRIKING THE OTHER TUBE RIDER IN THE HEAD. WHEN THE BOAT CAME AROUND TO PICK UP THE TUBE RIDERS, THE INJURED RIDER NEEDED ASSISTANCE TO GET ABOARD THE BOAT AND MENTIONED HER KNEE REALLY HURT. THE OTHER TUBE RIDER CONTINED RIDING FOR AWHILE. THE INJURED TUBE RIDER HAD THE BOAT-OPERATOR DROP HER OFF AT THE BOAT OWNER'S DOCK. THEN THE INJURED TUBE RIDER THEN DROVE TO HER HOME. A WEEK LATER, HER PARENTS TOOK HER FOR MEDICAL TREATMENT AT AN EMERGENCY FACILITY FOR THE SEVERELY SWOLLEN LEG. SHE WAS TREATED AND WAS RELEASED. ON 7-24-10 VICTIM COLLAPSED AT HER PARENT'S HOME. 911 WAS CALLED FOR MEDICAL ASSISTANCE/TRANSPORT. THE VICTIM DIED AT THE MEDICAL FACILITY DUE TO A PULMINARY EMBOLISM CAUSED BY THE BOATING-TUBING INCIDENT INJURY.


BARDID: WI-2010-0036
Date: 2010-07-22 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:05:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: LAKE ELIZABETH
NearestCityTown: VILLAGE OF TWIN LAKES
County: KENOSHA
WaterConditions: Unknown
Wind: Unknown
Visibility: Unkn
DayofWeek: Thursday
AccidentCause1: Other
AccidentCause2: Weather
OtherAccidentCause: operator behavior
AccidentEvent1: Person Departed Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
BOAT WITH SIX PASSENGERS & OPERATOR ABOARD WAS TOWING TWO PEOPLE ON ONE TUBE. ONE TUBE RIDER FELL OFF & SWALLOWED SOME WATER & WAS ASKING FOR ASSISTANCE.  BOAT OPERATOR BROUGHT THE  BOAT NEAR THE FALLEN RIDER. BOAT OPERATOR (NOT WEARING PFD) LEFT THE BOAT TO ASSIST THE  FALLEN RIDER FIRST ONTO THE BOAT. THIS EFFORT WAS NOT SUCCESSFUL, SO THEY ATTEMPTED TO GET THE FALLEN RIDER BACK ONTO THE TUBE. THE DRIFTING BOAT WAS MOVING FARTHER AWAY FROM THE FALLEN TUBE RIDER & BOAT OPERATOR. THE FALLEN RIDER WAS UNABLE TO REBOARD THE TUBE SO THE BOAT OPERATOR BEGAN SWIMMING TOWARD HIS DRIFTING BOAT. NO ONE ON BOARD THE BOAT KNEW HOW TO OPERATE THE BOAT. BOAT WAS DRIFTING AWAY DUE TO STRONG WINDS & CHOPPY WAVES. BOAT OPERATOR ATTEMPTED TO REACH THE DRIFTING BOAT. WHEN THE OPERATOR GOT ABOUT 25 FEET FROM THE FALLEN RIDER, HE BEGAN STRUGGLING IN THE WATER. HE YELLED FOR HELP, WENT BELOW THE SURFACE. HE RESURFACED ONCE & YELLED FOR HELP THEN WENT UNDER WATER AND DID NOT RESURFACE. NEARBY BOATS WERE ALERTED TO THE SITUATION. ONE BOAT REACHED AND TOOK THE FALLEN TUBE RIDER BOARD THEIR BOAT. ANOTHER BOAT RESPONDED AND SEARCH FOR THE MISSING BOAT OPERATOR WITH NO SUCESS. THE DRIFTING BOAT HAD DRIFTED & WAS STRIKING A PIER. SOMEONE CAME DOWN TO THE PIER, BOARDED THE BOAT, AND OPERATED THE BOAT TOWARD THE AREA THAT THE VICTIM WAS LAST SEEN. THE OTHER TUBE RIDER WAS ABLE TO SWIM TOWARD & REBOARD THE BOAT.


BARDID: WI-2010-0037
Date: 2010-05-23 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:30:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: LAKE MICHIGAN
NearestCityTown: MILWAUKEE
County: MILWAUKEE
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Operator Inexperience
AccidentCause2: IMPROPER LOOKOUT
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Submerged Object
RedactedNarrative:
BOAT WITH FIVE PEOPLE ABOARD WAS HEADING NORTH NEAR SHORE WHEN LOWER UNIT STRUCK A SUBMERGED BOULDER IN SHALLOW WATER. BOAT OPERATOR THEN DROVE BOAT ONTO SHORELINE. NO INJURIES REPORTED.


BARDID: WI-2010-0040
Date: 2010-07-18 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:40:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: GENEVA LAKE
NearestCityTown: WILLIAMS BAY
County: WALWORTH
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Operator Inexperience
AccidentCause2: OPERATOR INATTENTION
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Fixed Object
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
OPERATOR WAS OPERATING BOAT TOWARD WILLIAMS BAY MUNICIPAL PIER WHEN ACCORDING TO BOAT OPERATOR THE THROTTLE BROKE AND CAUSED THE BOAT TO COLLIDE WITH THE PIER. ONE PASSENGER IN A FORWARD POSITION ON THE BOAT WAS INJURED SEVERELY WHEN SHE WAS THROWN FORWARD INTO THE PIER.


BARDID: WI-2010-0042
Date: 2010-08-02 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 09:30:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: SAND BAY
NearestCityTown: STURGEON BAY
County: DOOR
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: None
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Monday
AccidentCause1: Other
OtherAccidentCause: passenger/skier behavior
AccidentEvent1: Skier Mishap
RedactedNarrative:
PWC WAS PULLING YOUNG WOMAN SKIER WHO SOON AFTER GETTING UP, SAT BACK INTO THE WATER AND BOUNCED TWICE ON THE WATER. THE SKIER SUFFERED IMMEDIATE INJURY TO HER GENITAL AREA.


BARDID: WI-2010-0043
Date: 2010-06-26 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:00:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: LAKE MICHIGAN
NearestCityTown: KENOSHA
County: KENOSHA
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Ignition of Spilled Fuel or Vapor
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (fuel)
RedactedNarrative:
WHILE DOCKED IN PREPARATION FOR DEPARTURE, OPERATED STARTED ENGINES. STARBOARD ENGINE FLOODED. A STRONG GAS SMELL FILLED THE BOAT. OPERATOR TURNED ON EXHAUST BLOWER. THE ENGINE BAY WENT UP IN FLAMES. FIRE EXTINGUISHERS WERE USED TO EXTINGUISH THE BLAZE.


BARDID: WI-2010-0044
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2010-07-25 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 00:11:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: BIG FORK LAKE-THREE LAKES CHAI
NearestCityTown: THREE LAKES
County: ONEIDA
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Operator Inexperience
AccidentCause2: OPERATOR INATTENTION
AccidentCause3: NAVIGATION RULES VIOLATION
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Recreational Vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
BOTH PWC's WERE TRAVELING IN SAME DIRECTION TRAVELING FASTER THAN SLOW NO WAKE. PWC# 1 WAS AHEAD OF PWC#2 WITH ONE PASSENGER & SLOWED DOWN TURNING THE RIGHT & COMING TO A NEAR STOP. PWC#2 WAS FOLLOWING PWC#1 AT SPEED FASTER THAN SLOW NO WAKE AND STRUCK PWC#1 ON PWC# STARBOARD SIDE. THE PASSENGERS ON BOTH PWC'S WERE EJECTED FROM THE CONTACT. PWC#1 PASSENGER WAS INJURED & TRANSPORTED TO HOSPITAL FOR TREATMENT.


BARDID: WI-2010-0045
Date: 2010-08-02 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:00:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: LITTLE MUSKEGO LAKE
NearestCityTown: MUSKEGO
County: WAUKESHA
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: None
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Monday
AccidentCause1: Other
OtherAccidentCause: passenger/skier behavior
AccidentEvent1: Skier Mishap
RedactedNarrative:
INJURED PERSON WAS PARTICIPANT OF A SIX PERSON PYRAMID. SHE LOST HER BALANCE, FELL HEAD FIRST ONTO FELLOW PARTICIPANT WATER SKIS.


BARDID: WI-2010-0047
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2010-06-23 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:00:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: PETENWELL FLOWAGE
NearestCityTown: NEW MINOR
County: JUNEAU
WaterConditions: Very Rough
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Wednesday
AccidentCause1: Ignition of Spilled Fuel or Vapor
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (fuel)
RedactedNarrative:
BOAT WAS CRUiSING ON PETENWELL FLOWAGE WHEN INBOARD ENGINE CARBURETOR BEGAN TO BACK FIRE. THEN MOTOR QUIT. LOUD DETONATION OCCURRED & SMOKE BEGAN ROLLING OUT OF ENGINE AREA. OPERATOR ATTEMPTED TO RESTART ENGINE BUT WAS NOT SUCCESSFUL. OPERATOR THEN PADDELED BOAT TO SHORE, LODGING THE BOAT BETWEEN TWO FALLEN TREES. OPERATOR LEFT BOAT & WALKED ALONG SHORE TO GET A BETTER CELL PHONE SIGNAL. HEARD A BOOM. LOOKED BACK AND SAW BOAT FULLY ENGULFED IN FLAMES. BOAT BURNED UP & SANK IN 3 FT DEEP WATER.


BARDID: WI-2010-0049
Date: 2010-06-03 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:25:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: LAKE DUBAY
NearestCityTown: TOWN OF DEWEY
County: PORTAGE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Thursday
AccidentCause1: Force of Wave/wake
AccidentCause2: EXCESSIVE SPEED
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
RedactedNarrative:
SAIL BOAT #3 OPERATOR DOCKED HIS BOAT & WENT TO GET HIS CAR & TRAILER. WHEN HE RETURNED HE FOUND THAT HIS BOAT HAD TURNED AROUND ON THE  SOUTH SIDE OF DOCK, FROM BOAT#1 AND #2 WAKES,  SO THE STERN WAS FACING THE BOAT LAUNCH AREA. BOAT#3 OPERATOR THEN DECIDED TO BOARD HIS BOAT & "WALK THE BOAT" TO THE LANDING ON THE NORTH SIDE OF THE DOCK. WHILE DOING THIS, EXCESSIVE BOAT WAKES FROM BOAT#1 & #2 STRUCK THE BOAT & TIPPED IT SHARPLY CAUSING BOAT#3 OPERATOR TO FALL OFF & GET PINNED BETWEEN THE DOCK & HIS BOAT CAUSING INJURY.


BARDID: WI-2010-0050
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2010-07-08 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:15:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: PINE LAKE
NearestCityTown: CHENEQUA
County: WAUKESHA
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Thursday
AccidentCause1: Improper Lookout
AccidentCause2: EXCESSIVE SPEED
AccidentCause3: Restricted Vision
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Recreational Vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
AccidentEvent3: PERSON STRUCK BY VESSEL
RedactedNarrative:
BOAT#1 WAS HEADING IN SE DIRECTION TOWARD PARENT'S RESIDENCE ON SW SHORE OF LAKE. BOAT#1 OPERATOR DID NOT HAVE BOAT TRIMMED. SHE COULD NOT SEE OVER THE BOW UNLESS SHE WAS STANDING. SHE WAS OPERATING BOAT WHILE SEATED. BOAT#2 WAS MOVING SLOWLY IN SW DIRECTION TO FIND ANOTHER FISHING SPOT. BOAT#1 WITHOUT WARNING STRUCK BOAT#2 FROM BEHIND STRIKING THE BOAT IN THE PORT REAR NEAR THE STERN.
CONTACT OF BOATS CAUSED BOAT#1 OPERATOR TO BE EJECTED. BOAT#1 went PARTIALLY OVER BOAT#2. BOAT #2 OCCUPANTS REACTED BY PUTTING ARMS UP TOWARD BOAT#1 AS IT CAME OVER BOAT#2. BOAT#2 OCCUPANTS SUFFERED INJURIES REQUIRING MEDICAL TREATMENT. BOAT#1 OPERATOR WAS RETRIEVED FROM WATER BY BOAT#2, AND TAKE TO GRANDMOTHER'S RESIDENCE.


BARDID: WI-2010-0051
Date: 2010-07-24 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 22:00:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: LAKE MICHIGAN
NearestCityTown: SHEBOYGAN
County: SHEBOYGAN
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Other
OtherAccidentCause: unforeseen water hazard
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Floating Object
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/Swamping
RedactedNarrative:
WHILE CRUISING AT LOW SPEED, BOAT'S BOW UNEXPECTEDLY RAISED SIGNIFICANTLY HIGH WHICH ALLOWED WATER TO OVERFLOW THE STERN. BOAT BECAME FLOODED & THEN SWAMPED. BOAT WAS TOWED TO MR. MARINE, WHERE REPAIR COST ESTIMATE WAS $27,000.


BARDID: WI-2010-0052
Date: 2010-08-01 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:00:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: BIRCH LAKE
NearestCityTown: WINCHESTER
County: VILAS
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Operator Inexperience
AccidentCause2: SHARP TURN
AccidentEvent1: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
WHILE CRUISING, PWC OPERATOR MADE A SHARP TURN WHICH THREW HER SISTER-PASSENGER OFF THE PWC. PWC OPERATOR LEFT THE PWC TO ASSIST HER INJURED SISTER IN THE WATER WHO COMPLAINED OF NECK & BACK INJURY. INJURED SISTER WAS FIRST FLOATED TO SHORE WHERE ARRIVING EMS BACKBOARDED HER & TRANSPORTED HER TO YOUNG MEDICAL CENTER IN WOODRUFF FOR TREATMENT.


BARDID: WI-2010-0053
Date: 2010-08-03 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 09:20:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: LITTLE MUSKEGO LAKE
NearestCityTown: MUSKEGO
County: WAUKESHA
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Tuesday
AccidentCause1: Other
OtherAccidentCause: passenger/skier behavior
AccidentEvent1: Skier Mishap
RedactedNarrative:
WATER SKIER WAS ATTEMPTING TO DROP HER RIGHT SKI TO SKI ON ONE SKI. RIGHT FOOT BINDING DID NOT RELEASE. AS SKIER ATTEMPTED TO DROP THE RIGHT SKI, SHE FELL ACKWARDLY TO HER LEFT SUFFERING A FRACTURED LEFT LEG JUST BELOW THE KNEE.


BARDID: WI-2010-0054
Date: 2010-08-03 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:30:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: CHIPPEWA RIVER
NearestCityTown: EAU CLAIRE
County: EAU CLAIRE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Tuesday
AccidentCause1: Other
OtherAccidentCause: passenger/skier behavior
AccidentEvent1: Other
OtherAccidentEvent: person struck by activity equi
RedactedNarrative:
A SKI TEAM PONTOON BOAT ANCHORED IN SHALLOW WATER NEEDED TO BE TURNED. SO A SKI TEAM MEMBER ENTERED THE WATER AND PROCEEDED TO PULL & WALK THE PONTOON AROUND. ANOTHER SKIER WAS BEING DROPPED OFF NEARBY. DID NOT SEE THE SKI TEAM MEMBER IN THE WATER AND STRUCK  HER IN BACK OF HER HEAD WITH A SKI TIP.


BARDID: WI-2010-0057
Date: 2010-07-17 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:30:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: CASTLE ROCK LAKE
NearestCityTown: MAUSTON
County: JUNEAU
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Other
OtherAccidentCause: unforeseen water hazard
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Submerged Object
RedactedNarrative:
BOAT OPERATOR REPORTED HE WAS CRUISING AT APROXIMATE 25 MPH IN MIDDLE OF THE LAKE WHEN BOAT STRUCK A SUBMERGED OBJECT CAUSING ABOUT $ 10,309 IN REPAIR COSTS. NO INJURIES REPORTED.


BARDID: WI-2010-0058
Date: 2010-08-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 09:00:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: ROUND LAKE
NearestCityTown: HAYWARD
County: SAWYER
WaterConditions: Choppy
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Wednesday
AccidentCause1: People on Gunwale, Bow, or Transom
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
AccidentEvent2: Person Struck by Propeller
RedactedNarrative:
BOAT#1 WAS APPROACHING A MARINA TO GET GAS. TEN YEAR OLD PASSENGER IN FRONT OF BOAT FELL OUT OVER THE FRONT OF THE BOAT. BOAT TRAVELED OVER THE BOY & THE BOY'S LEG WAS CUT BY THE BOAT PROPELLER.


BARDID: WI-2010-0059
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2010-08-10 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:45:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: CROOKED LAKE
NearestCityTown: TOWN OF CROOKED LAKE
County: OCONTO
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Tuesday
AccidentCause1: Machinery Failure
AccidentCause2: IGNITION OF SPILLED FUEL OR VAPOR
MachineryFailure: Engine
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (fuel)
RedactedNarrative:
BOAT WAS TOWING ONE PERSON ON TUBE. MOTOR DIED. BOAT OPERATOR ATTEMPTED TO RESTART MOTOR AFTER DISCONNECTING & RECONNECTING FUEL LINE. MOTOR BACKFIRED AND CAUSED AN EXPLOSION AND FIRE ON ENGINE. FIRE SPREAD TO FUEL LINE & GAS TANK, THEN TO REST OF THE BOAT. BOAT OPERATOR & PASSENGER EVACUATED AND SWAM TO SHORE. THEN THEY CALLED 911.


BARDID: WI-2010-0061
Date: 2010-05-29 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:00:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: SWAN LAKE
NearestCityTown: PARDEEVILLE
County: COLUMBIA
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Excessive Speed
AccidentCause2: OPERATOR INATTENTION
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Recreational Vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
BOAT#1 AND BOAT#2 WERE MEETING DURING THE DAY TO EXCHANGE PASSENGERS. BOAT#1 WAS TAKING ON PASSENGERS WHO WANTED TO RIDE TUBES.
BOAT#2 HAD PASSENGERS WHO JUST WANTED TO RIDE AROUND THE LAKE. AT THE TIME OF INCIDENT BOAT#1 WAS DRIFTING AFTER REBOARDING TUBE RIDERS. BOAT#2 WAS APPROACHING BOAT#1 AT TOO HIGH A SPEED ACCORDING TO SOME WITNESSES.(BOAT#2 OPERATOR DISPUTES THIS IN HIS OPERATOR REPORT) AS BOAT#2 APPROACHED BOAT#1, BOAT#1 OPERATOR MOVED FORWARD IN HIS BOAT, AND USED HIS FEET TO KEEP THE BOATS FROM COLLIDING. THE COLLISON OCCURRED AND BOAT#1 OPERATOR FELL INTO THE WATER. BOAT#2 OPERATOR STATED HE MOVED HIS BOAT AWAY FROM BOAT#1 SO THAT BOAT#2 OPERATOR WOULD NOT BE STRUCK WHILE IN THE WATER BETWEEN THE TWO BOATS. BOAT#1 OPERATOR BOARDED BOAT#2 VIA A LADDER AND TRANSFERRED HIMSELF TO BOAT#1. NO INJURIES WERE REPORTED. BUT REPORTED DAMAGES ARE ABOVE REPORTING MINIMUM.


BARDID: WI-2010-0062
Date: 2010-07-31 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 21:00:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: MANSON LAKE
NearestCityTown: TOMAHAWK
County: ONEIDA
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: None
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Inadequate Onboard Navigation Lights
AccidentCause2: EXCESSIVE SPEED
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Recreational Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
BOAT #1 OWNER STATED THAT HE & THREE OTHERS HAD FINISHED FISHING ABOUT 9 PM AND WERE HEADING TO HIS HOME DOCK WHEN BOAT#1 STRUCK AN "UNLIT" STALLED BOAT (BOAT#2) ON THE LAKE. NO INJURIES WERE REPORTED. DAMAGE TO BOTH BOATS EXCEED THE MINIMAL REPORTING THRESHOLD. BOAT #2 OPERATOR REPORT STATED HIS ENGINE HAD FLOODED--WOULD NOT START. USING AN OAR, BOAT#2 OPERATOR WAS SLOWLY HEADING FOR SHORE WHEN STRUCK BY BOAT#1. BOAT#2 OPERATOR CLAIMED HIS STERN LIGHTS WERE ON BUT THE BOW LITES WERE NOT WHEN BOAT#1 STRUCK HIS BOAT AT HIGH SPEED.


BARDID: WI-2010-0063
Date: 2010-07-17 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 04:00:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: LAKE MICHIGAN
NearestCityTown: MILWAUKEE
County: MILWAUKEE
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentCause2: Other
AccidentCause3: HAZARDOUS WATERS
OtherAccidentCause: passenger/skier behavior
AccidentEvent1: Person Departed Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
ONE OF SEVEN PEOPLE ABOARD A CABIN MOTOR BOAT WERE DRINKING & DRIFTING ABOUT 2 MILES EAST OF MILWAUKEE HARBOR. ONE INDIVIDUAL DECIDED TO LEAVE THE BOAT & SWIM. THIS OCCUPANT DID NOT RESURFACE & WAS REPORTED MISSING. USCG CONDUCTED SEARCH PATTERNS WITH NO SUCCESS.  VICTIM'S BODY WAS FOUND NEARLY A MONTH LATER NEAR SHORE OF ST FRANCIS.


BARDID: WI-2010-0064
Date: 2010-07-20 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:50:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: LAKE MICHIGAN
NearestCityTown: MILWAUKEE
County: MILWAUKEE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Tuesday
AccidentCause1: Navigation Rules Violation
AccidentCause2: EXCESSIVE SPEED
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Fixed Object
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
TWO BLACK MALES RENTED TWO PWC'S FROM THE REGISTERED OWNER. LATER WHEN ONE OF THE PWC'S WAS RETURNED TO THE OWNER, AND RENTED AGAIN TO ANOTHER COUPLE, IT WAS DETERMINED THAT ONE OF THE PWC'S HAD STRUCK SOMETHING AND WAS DAMAGED. MILWAUKEE POLICE DEPT WERE CALLED AND CONDUCTED EXTENSIVE INTERVIEWS AND INVESTIGATION. INTERVIEWS INCLUDED FISHERMEN WHO WERE FISHING ALONG GOV'T PIER ON THE DAY OF THE PWC RENTAL. WITNESSES STATED THEY OBSERVED TWO BLACK MALES OPERATING THE PWC'S AT HIGH SPEED, WITHIN 100 FEET OF EACH OTHER AND WITHIN 100 FEET OF THE PIER. THEY ALSO OBSERVED ONE PWC GOING FAST TOWARD THE PIER WALL. THE PWC STRUCK A WAVE & THEN STRUCK THE PIER WALL EJECTING THE PWC OPERATOR. THE OTHER PWC OPERATOR HAD ALSO FALLEN OFF HIS PWC WHEN HIS PWC GOT TANGLED WITH FISHERMEN FISH LINES. OFFICER INTERVIEWS & INVESTIGATION AND PHOTO ARRAY BY THE PWC OWNER COULD ONLY VERIFY ONE PWC OPERATOR. THE OTHER REMAINS UNIDENTIFIED.


BARDID: WI-2010-0066
Date: 2010-08-15 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:36:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: LITTLE MUSKEGO LAKE
NearestCityTown: CITY OF MUSKEGO
County: WAUKESHA
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Other
OtherAccidentCause: passenger/skier behavior
AccidentEvent1: Skier Mishap
RedactedNarrative:
INJURED-VICTIM WAS PASSENGER ON WATER TUBE BEING TOWED BY BOAT OPERATED BY HER BROTHER. SHE DISLOCATED HER SHOULDER WHEN SHE STRUCK THE WATER WHEN SHE FELL OFF THE TUBE.


BARDID: WI-2010-0067
Date: 2010-08-18 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:15:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: LAKE MICHIGAN
NearestCityTown: MILWAUKEE
County: MILWAUKEE
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Wednesday
AccidentCause1: Operator Inattention
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Recreational Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
INCIDENT OCCURRED DURING STARTING SEQUENCE OF THE MILWAUKEE YACHT CLUB'S WEDNESDAY NIGHT OFFSHORE SERIES (RACING). APROXIMATELY 30 SECONDS BEFORE THE STARTING SIGNAL, BOAT#1 NIGHT HAWK, HARDEN ITS SAILS AND INCREASED SPEED ON A STARBOARD TACK TOWARD THE STARTING LINE. BOAT#2 HONU, WAS SLIGHTLY AHEAD OF BOAT#1 ON A STARBOARD TACK. AS BOTH BOATS APPROACHED THE STARTING LINE BOAT#2 HONU SUDDENLY TACKED INTO A PORT TACK DIRECTLY IN FRONT OF NIGHT HAWK. DESPITE EFFORTS OF NIGHT HAWK CREW, NIGHT HAWK STRUCK BOAT#2 HONU DIRECTLY MIDSHIP ON STARBOARD SIDE.  BOAT OPERATORS & CREW INSPECTED DAMAGE, THEN RETURNED TO MCKINNLEY MARINA TO EXCHANGE INFORMATION.


BARDID: WI-2010-0068
Date: 2010-07-25 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:48:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: WISCONSIN RIVER
NearestCityTown: WIS DELLS
County: COLUMBIA
WaterConditions: Choppy
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Operator Inexperience
AccidentCause2: NAVIGATION RULES VIOLATION
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Fixed Object
RedactedNarrative:
A Non Safety Certified 16 year Old Operator with one passenger was operating faster than Slow-No-Wake speed in congested area in the Upper Dells. Operator attempted to make a left (port side) turn around and struck the High Rock Cliff. Operator & passenger were rescued by people on the beach below Romance Cliff and placed upon a pontoon boat and were drive to a location where the local warden (on patrol) met them. Operator and PWC owner were cited for violations.


BARDID: WI-2010-0069
Date: 2010-07-24 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:40:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: BEAR LAKE
NearestCityTown: ROYALTON
County: WAUPACA
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Sharp Turn
AccidentCause2: Force of wave/wake
AccidentEvent1: Skier Mishap
RedactedNarrative:
BOAT WITH 4 PEOPLE ABOARD WAS TOWING ONE TUBE WITH TWO RIDERS. BOAT WAS TURNING LEFT TO CONTINUE IN CLOCKWISE DIRECTION AS REQUIRED FOR OPERATING INSIDE THE MARKED SKI AREA. DURING THE TURN, THE TUBE ENCOUNTERED OTHER BOAT WAKES. THIS CAUSED THE TUBE & RIDERS TO GO AIRBORNE. TUBE RIDERS STRUCK EACH OTHER'S HEAD & FELL INTO THE WATER. BOTH RIDERS SUFFERED HEAD INJURIES AND WERE TRANSPORTED BY AMBULANCE TO NEW LONDON MEDICAL CENTER FOR TREATMENT.


BARDID: WI-2010-0070
Date: 2010-07-26 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 20:41:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: WISCONSIN RIVER
NearestCityTown: WIS DELLS
County: SAUK
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Light
Visibility: Fair
DayofWeek: Monday
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
AccidentEvent2: PERSON STRUCK BY VESSEL
RedactedNarrative:
BOAT WAS TOWING A DISABLED BOAT. A PASSENGER WAS IN THE BOW OF BOAT#1 WAS REACHING DOWN TO PICK-UP TRASH WHEN SLACK IN THE LINE OF THE TOWING BOAT CAUSED THE BOAT TO DECELERATE QUICKLY TOSSING THE PASSENGER OVERBOARD. BOAT STRUCK THE PASSENGER WHILE SHE WAS IN THE WATER CAUSING INTERNAL INJURIES.


BARDID: WI-2010-0071
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2010-08-01 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 10:30:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: BIG ST GERMAIN LAKE
NearestCityTown: ST GERMAIN
County: VILAS
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Ignition of Spilled Fuel or Vapor
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (fuel)
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
OPERATOR-VICTIM BEGAN OPERATING PWC ABOUT 50 FEET FROM SHORE WHEN PWC STARTED SMOKING AND THEN EXPLODED. OPERATOR-VICTIM WAS EJECTED APPROXIMATELY 20 FEET INTO THE AIR & THEN INTO THE WATER. VICTIM SUSTAINED INJURIES TO BACK REQUIRING MEDICAL ATTENTION. PWC WAS FUELED JUST PRIOR TO OPERATION. PWC OWNER SUSPECTED EXPLOSION WAS CAUSED BY FUEL SPILLAGE OR VAPOR.


BARDID: WI-2010-0073
Date: 2010-08-25 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:20:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: MC CABE LAKE
NearestCityTown: MANITOWISH WATERS, TOWN OF
County: VILAS
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Wednesday
AccidentCause1: Improper Loading
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
AT 9:30AM WIFE DROPPED HUSBAND OFF AT PRIVATE LANDING ON LAKE TO GO FISHING. WIFE RETURNED AT 12:30PM TO PICK HUSBAND UP. SHE HEARD NO REPONSE TO HER CAR HORN OR VOCAL CALLS. WIFE THEN STOPPED AT LAKE RESIDENCE OF OFF DUTY COUNTY DEPUTY SHERIFF FOR ASSISTANCE. DEPUTY USING PERSONAL CANOE LOCATED HUSBAND IN WATER NEAR HIS BOAT NEAR A BOG. DEPUTY WAS UNABLE TO GET HUSBAND INTO HIS CANOE. SOON OTHER EMERGENCY PERSONNEL WERE AT SCENE AND WERE ABLE TO GET HUSBAND-VICTIM TO SHORE & TRANSPORTED TO MEDICAL CENTER WHERE HE WAS TREATED FOR HYPOTHERMIA. VICTIM ESTIMATED HE WAS IN THE WATER ABOUT 3 HOURS.


BARDID: WI-2010-0074
Date: 2010-08-26 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:00:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: LAKE NEGAWICKA
NearestCityTown: DELAFIELD
County: WAUKESHA
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Thursday
AccidentCause1: Force of Wave/wake
AccidentEvent1: Skier Mishap
RedactedNarrative:
INEXPERIENCED 1O YEAR OLD WATER SKIER ENCOUNTERED A SMALL WAVE WHICH CAUSED SKIER TO FALL FORWARD CAUSING THE SKI TIPS TO CATCH WATER & FORCE THE SKIIS TO SEPARATE FROM SKIER'S FEET & THEN GO AIRBORNE STRIKING THE SKIER IN THE HEAD.


BARDID: WI-2010-0075
Date: 2010-08-28 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:15:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: MISSISSIPPI RIVER
NearestCityTown: PRESCOTT
County: PIERCE
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Excessive Speed
AccidentCause2: OPERATOR INATTENTION
AccidentEvent1: Fall in vessel
RedactedNarrative:
BOAT WAS TRAVELING SOUTHBOUND (DOWN RIVER) AT HIGH SPEED RACING AROUND CHANNEL MARKERS AS IF THEY WERE RACING PYLONS ACCORDING TO WITNESSES. THE BOAT ENCOUNTERED WAKES & WAVES FROM OTHER NORTHBOUND BOATS WITHOUT SLOWING DOWN. BOAT ENCOUNTERED ONE WAKE WHICH MADE THE BOAT GO AIRBORNE. WITNESS STATED THE BOAT THEN HIT ANOTHER WAKE CAUSING BOAT TO GO AIRBORNE AGAIN. BOAT WHILE IN THE AIR, TURNED A BIT SIDEWAYS, AND LANDED FIRST ON THE STARBOARD SIDE NEAR THE STERN & MOTOR. THIS ACTION CAUSED THE OPERATOR & PASSENGER TO FALL FORWARD INTO THE DASH-WINDSHIELD CAUSING HEAD & FACIAL INJURIES. STARBOARD ENGINE WAS SEVERELY DAMAGED.


BARDID: WI-2010-0076
Date: 2010-08-28 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:28:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: WOLF RIVER
NearestCityTown: TOWN OF MENOMINEE
County: MENOMINEE
WaterConditions: Unknown
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Hazardous Waters
AccidentEvent1: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
RAFT TIPPED BACKWARDS WHEN RAFT RIDER WENT OVER SMOKEY FALLS RAPIDS. ACTION EJECTED RIDER WHO STRUCK HIS BACK ON BOULDERS IN RIVER. INJURED RIDER WAS TRANSPORTED TO SHAWANO MEDICAL CENTER FOR EXAMINATION & TREATMENT.


BARDID: WI-2010-0077
Date: 2010-09-01 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 03:00:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: LAKE BEULAH
NearestCityTown: MUKWONAGO
County: WALWORTH
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Fair
DayofWeek: Wednesday
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentCause2: Weather
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
RedactedNarrative:
SOMETIME BETWEEN 1:30 & 2AM, BOAT OPERATOR & COMPANION BOARDED A PONTOON DOCKED AT PIER LOCATED AT W1626 CTH J, MUKWONAGO. THEY WENT FOR A SHORT RIDE AND RETURNED TO THE SAME LOCATION. OPERATOR-VICTIM HAD DIFFICULTY OPERATING THE PONTOON ONTO THE BOAT LIFT. THIS ACTION CAUSED THE COMPANION TO FALL INTO THE WATER. AFTER THE COMPANION GOT BACK ABOARD, OPERATOR-VICTIM TOLD COMPANION TO GO INTO THE RESIDENCE AND HE WOULD COMPLETE OPERATING THE BOAT ONTO THE LIFT. AROUND 6:30AM, THE SAME MORNING, THE OPERATOR'S GIRLFRIEND WAS LOOKING FOR HIM. SHE NOTICED THE PONTOON WAS ADRIFT NEXT TO A PIER AT W1622 CTH J WITH NAVIGATION LIGHTS ON & MOTOR ENGAGED IN REVERSE BUT NOT RUNNING. AUTHORITIES WERE CALLED. VICTIM'S BODY WAS LOCATED BY DIVE TEAM AT ABOUT 3:30PM SAME DAY IN 9 FT DEEP WATER. VICTIM WAS NOT WEARING PFD.


BARDID: WI-2010-0078
Date: 2010-09-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:00:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: CHIPPEWA RIVER
NearestCityTown: TOWN OF NELSON
County: BUFFALO
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Starting in Gear
AccidentCause2: OPERATOR INATTENTION
AccidentEvent1: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
BOAT OPERATOR-VICTIM STOOD UP TO START ENGINE. ENGINE WAS IN GEAR. WHEN ENGINE STARTED IT MOVED THE BOAT QUICKLY FORWARD TOSSING THE BOAT OPERATOR OVERBOARD. OPERATOR-VICTIM WAS A NON SWIMMER AND WAS NOT WEARING A PFD. THE OTHER BOAT OCCUPANT WAS A NON SWIMMER, SO HE DID HAVE THE MEANS TO REACH & SAVE THE VICTIM. ONLY ONE PFD WAS ABOARD THE BOAT.


BARDID: WI-2010-0079
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2010-09-08 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 09:13:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: LONG LAKE
NearestCityTown: TOWN OF LONG LAKE
County: WASHBURN
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Wednesday
AccidentCause1: Sudden Medical Condition
AccidentEvent1: Skier Mishap
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
RedactedNarrative:
OPERATOR & PASSENGER (MOTHER) WERE TRAVELING BETWEEN FISHING LOCATIONS AT APROXIMATELY 30 MPH. BOAT WAS TRAVELING EASTERLY THEN NORTHWESTERLY NEAR THE WEST SHORE OF THE LONG LAKE NARROWS.  THE NEXT THING THE OPERATOR REMEMBERS WAS BEING IN A MEDICAL HELICOPTER AND TOLD TO NOT MOVE. MEDICAL INVESTIGATION SURMISED THAT BOAT OPERATOR HAD A SEIZURE FROM A VASCULAR MALFORMATION ON HIS BRAIN. THE BOAT WAS FOUND GROUNDED ON THE WEST SHORE OF LONG LAKE NARROWS WITH PASSENGER (MOTHER) DECEASED. OPERATOR SUFFERED SEVERE INJURIES TO HEAD & BACK.


BARDID: WI-2010-0080
Date: 2010-08-28 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:30:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: CRANBERRY LAKE
NearestCityTown: EAGLE RIVER
County: VILAS
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Improper Lookout
AccidentCause2: OPERATOR INATTENTION
AccidentCause3: SHARP TURN
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Recreational Vessel
AccidentEvent2: PERSON STRUCK BY VESSEL
RedactedNarrative:
BOAT#1 MADE A 180 DEGREE TURN, SO THAT PASSENGER-WIFE COULD PICK-UP A PLASTIC BAG THAT HAD BLOWN OUT OF BOAT#1. WHILE BOAT#1 WAS MOVING SLOWLY TOWARD THE PLASTIC BAG LOCATION, BOAT#1 OPERATOR NOTICED BOAT#2 APPROACHING AT HIGH SPEED & PRESUMED BOAT#2 WAKE WOULD ROCK BOAT#1. BOAT#1 OPERATOR BEGAN TO TURN TO RIGHT TO AVOID COLLISION. BOAT#2 SEEMED TO VEER TOWARD & INTO BOAT#1 STRIKING THE FRONT PORT SIDE & GO OVER BOAT#1. PASSENGER-WIFE WENT PRONE IN THE BOW OF BOAT#1 & WATCHED BOAT#2 GO OVER HER. THIS ACTION DROVE BOAT#1 BOW UNDER WATER. AFTER BOAT#1 BOW RESURFACED, BOAT#1 OPERATOR DROVE BOAT TO SHORE,THEN DROVE HIS WIFE TO EAGLE RIVER HOSPITAL FOR MEDICAL TREATMENT.


BARDID: WI-2010-0081
Date: 2010-08-05 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:08:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: GENEVA LAKE
NearestCityTown: WILLIAMS BAY
County: WALWORTH
WaterConditions: Rough
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Thursday
AccidentCause1: Weather
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Recreational Vessel
AccidentEvent2: Collision with Fixed Object
RedactedNarrative:
BOAT#1 WAS DOCKED & WAITING FOR TRAILER FOR LOADING. BOAT#2 OPERATOR TRIED & FAILED 3 TIMES TO DOCK BOAT AT SAME DOCK AS BOAT#1. BOAT#1 OWNER--OPERATOR OFFERED TO ASSIST BOAT#2 TO DOCK BOAT BY USING ROPE FROM BOAT#2. AS BOAT#1 OWNER WAS ASSISTING, BOAT#2 WAS PUSHED SIDEWAYS BY WAVES INTO BOAT#1. THIS ACTION CAUSED BOAT#1 TO HIT THE DOCK, DAMAGING BOAT#1 LOWER UNIT.  GREATEST CAUSE OF INCIDENT WAS REPORTED FAILURE OF BOAT#2 PASSENGERS IN HELPING TO DOCK BOAT#2.


BARDID: WI-2010-0082
Date: 2010-08-16 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:20:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: GENEVA LAKE
NearestCityTown: FONTANA
County: WALWORTH
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Monday
AccidentCause1: Weather
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
WINDY CONDITIONS CAUSED SAILBOAT TO CAPSIZE IN FRONT OF FONTANA MUNICIPAL PIER. OPERATOR SUFFERED LACERATIONS TO RIGHT ARM & LEG FROM RIGGING WHEN BOAT CAPSIZED.


BARDID: WI-2010-0083
Date: 2010-08-16 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:20:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: GENEVA LAKE
NearestCityTown: TOWN OF LINN
County: WALWORTH
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Monday
AccidentCause1: Operator Inattention
AccidentCause2: OPERATOR INEXPERIENCE
AccidentCause3: NAVIGATION RULES VIOLATION
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Recreational Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
PWC#1 OPERATOR WAS HEADING WESTBOUND WHEN HE MADE A LEFT TURN TO GO SOUTH STRIKING BOAT#2 WHO WAS HEADING IN A WESTBOUND  DIRECTION. PWC STRUCK BOAT#2 AT MID POINT ON STARBOARD SIDE. PWC#1 OPERATOR WAS CITED FOR FAILURE TO YIELD RIGHT OF WAY.


BARDID: WI-2010-0084
Date: 2010-09-10 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:30:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: LAKE SUPERIOR
NearestCityTown: TOWN OF RUSSELL
County: BAYFIELD
WaterConditions: Rough
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Hazardous Waters
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
VICTIM & COMPANION WERE OPERATING IN SEPARATE KAYAKS ON LAKE SUPERIOR, ON A TRIP FROM LITTLE SAND BAY/TOWN OF RUSSELL BOAT LANDING NORTH TO SAND ISLAND. DUE TO WIND & HIGH WAVES KAYAKERS GOT SEPARATED. COMPANION HEADED NORTH & THEN WEST TO EAST BAY ON SAND ISLAND WHERE OTHER KAYAKERS WERE CAMPED. COMPANION CALLED NATIONAL PARK SERVICE & USCG FOR HELP. OVERTURNED KAYAK WAS RETRIEVED ABOUT .25 MILE OFF EAST SIDE OF SAND ISLAND BY NATIONAL PARK SERVICE. VICTIM WAS FOUND NEXT MORNING.


BARDID: WI-2010-0085
Date: 2010-08-27 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:00:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: WHEELER LAKE
NearestCityTown: LAKE WOOD
County: OCONTO
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Other
OtherAccidentCause: passenger/skier behavior
AccidentEvent1: Skier Mishap
RedactedNarrative:
WAKEBOARDER WAS CROSSING FROM RIGHT TO LEFT & ATTEMPTED A 360 DEGREE SPIN & FELL. PWC#1 CIRCLED AROUND TO CHECK ON WAKE BOARDER. WAKE BOARDER WAS FOUND UNCONCIOUS FACE DOWN IN THE WATER. OPERATOR & OBSERVER IMMEDIATELY JUMPED INTO THE WATER TO ASSIST THE WAKEBOARDER. WAKEBOARDER WAS NOT BREATHING & NO PULSE. VICTIM WAS PLACED ON PWC AND GIVEN CPR. VACATIONERS JUST ARRIVING AT THEIR CABIN CALLED OUT TO THE PWC IF THEY NEEDED HELP. ONE OF THE VACATIONERS DROVE HIS PONTOON TOWARD PWC LOCATION. HE CALLED 911 WHEN HE SAW CPR WAS BEING ADMINISTERED. PONTOON BOAT CONVEYED VICTIM TO NEARBY PIER WHERE 'OFF DUTY' NURSE & FIRE FIGHTER TOOK OVER THE CPR. VICTIM'S HEARTBEAT & BREATHING WAS RESTORED BY FIBULATOR IN AMBULANCE TRIP TO LANGLADE. AT LANGLADE THE VICTIM WAS MEDI FLIGHTED TO WAUSAU.


BARDID: WI-2010-0086
Date: 2010-07-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:45:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: LAKE MICHIGAN
NearestCityTown: MILWAUKEE
County: MILWAUKEE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Starting in Gear
AccidentCause2: OPERATOR INEXPERIENCE
AccidentCause3: EXCESSIVE SPEED
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Recreational Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
BOAT#1 OPERATOR HAD BOAT IN REVERSE & STRUCK PWC#2 MIDSHIP ON STARBOARD SIDE. THEN BOAT#1 OPERATOR WENT FORWARD & TURNED THE BOAT 180 DEGREES & STRUCK PWC#2 ON STARBOARD SIDE WITH THE BOW OF BOAT#1 CAUSING DAMAGE TO BOTH SIDES OF PWC#2 & DAMAGE TO BOAT#1 BOW.


BARDID: WI-2010-0087
Date: 2010-07-23 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:00:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: LAKE MICHIGAN
NearestCityTown: MILWAUKEE
County: MILWAUKEE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Weather
AccidentCause2: OPERATOR INATTENTION
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Recreational Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
BOAT#1 & BOAT#2 WERE DOCKED AT MCKINLEY MARINA'S SOUTH GAS DOCK. BOAT#1 FACING EAST, STERN TO STERN WITH BOAT#2. BOAT#1 RELEASED THE DOCKING LINES & WAS BACKING AWAY FROM THE DOCK. BOAT#1 PORT BEAM WAS PUSHED INTO BOAT#2 PORT STERN BY THE WIND. BOAT#1 WAS DAMAGED ON MIDSHIP OF PORT SIDE. BOAT#2 PORT SIDE STERN RAILING WAS DAMAGED. BOAT#1 THEN MOVED AWAY AND PARKED AT DOCK K 9.


BARDID: WI-2010-0088
Date: 2010-08-21 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:33:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: LAKE WAUBESA
NearestCityTown: MCFARLAND
County: DANE
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentCause2: EXCESSIVE SPEED
AccidentCause3: SHARP TURN
AccidentEvent1: Person Ejected from Vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person Struck by Propeller
RedactedNarrative:
BOAT WAS TRAVELING ON PLANE ACROSS LAKE WHEN OPERATOR CONDUCTED A SHARP LEFT TURN. TWO OF THE 5 PASSENGERS WERE THROWN OVERBOARD AND INJURED BY BOAT PROPELLER. BOAT OPERATOR FLED THE SCENE AFTER DROPPING THE INJURED PARTIES & PASSENGERS ON SHORE. OPERATOR WAS FOUND AT RESIDENCE & ARRESTED FOR CAUSING GREAT HARM BY INTOXICATED USE OF A VEHICLE.


BARDID: WI-2010-0090
Date: 2010-09-05 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:04:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: COLUMBIA LAKE
NearestCityTown: DAYTON TOWNSHIP
County: WAUPACA
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Fair
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Force of Wave/wake
AccidentCause2: EXCESSIVE SPEED
AccidentEvent1: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
PWC OPERATOR WAS TRAVELING IN SOUTHERNLY DIRECTION AT SPEED FASTER THAN SLOW-NO-WAKE WHEN SHE ENCOUNTERED ANOTHER BOAT'S WAKE WHICH CAUSED HER TO BE EJECTED OFF THE PWC. PWC OPERATOR'S FOOT WAS CAUGHT AS SHE WAS EJECTED CAUSING INJURY. OPERATOR WAS TRANSPORTED TO HOSPITAL FOR TREATMENT OF HER LEFT FOOT-LEG INJURY.


BARDID: WI-2010-0093
Date: 2010-08-29 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:00:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: WOLF RIVER
NearestCityTown: TOWN OF WOLF RIVER
County: WINNEBAGO
WaterConditions: Rough
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Operator Inexperience
AccidentCause2: CONGESTED WATERS
AccidentCause3: Restricted Vision
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Recreational Vessel
AccidentEvent2: GROUNDING
RedactedNarrative:
BOAT#1 WAS HEADING SOUTHBOUND, BOAT#2 WAS HEADING NORTHBOUND. BOAT#2 OPERATOR PLACED ENGINE IN REVERSE & TURNED TOWARD SHORE WHEN SAW BOAT#1 COMING STRAIGHT AT BOAT#2. BOAT#1 OPERATOR PANICKED, & STRUCK BOAT#2 ON THE FRONT PORT SIDE, SPINNING BOAT#2 ALMOST 180 DEGREES & CAUSING BOAT#2 REAR PORT SIDE TO STRIKE THE SHORE. AFTER THE CONTACT, BOAT#1 MOMENTUM TOOK THE BOAT IN A SOUTH EAST DIRECTION AND ENDING UP ON SHORE ABOUT SIX FEET FROM THE SHORELINE.


BARDID: WI-2010-0095
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2010-09-12 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:40:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: GENEVA LAKE
NearestCityTown: TOWN OF LINN
County: WALWORTH
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Improper Lookout
AccidentCause2: Restricted Vision
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Recreational Vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
SAIL BOARD#1 WAS SAILING NORTH ACROSS THE NARROWS TOWARD PIER#90. BOAT #2 WAS TRAVELING WEST ALONG SHORE LINE AT SPEED OF 20-25 MPH. BOAT#2 OCCUPANTS WARNED BOAT#2 OPERATOR TO LOOK OUT FOR SAIL BOARD#1 WHO WAS SAILING FROM BEHIND & TOWARD BOAT#1 PORT SIDE. BOAT#2 OPERATOR CLAIMS HE NEVER SAW THE SAILBOARDER SINCE HE WAS HEADING DIRECTLY INTO THE SUN LIGHT. SAIL BOARD#1 OPERATOR WAS UNABLE TO STOP OR CHANGE DIRECTION BEFORE BOAT#2 STRUCK THE SAIL BOARD. IMPACT BROKE THE SAIL MAST, DAMAGED THE SAIL BOARD, & EJECTED THE SAILBOARD OPERATOR. BOAT#2 OPERATOR CLAIMED SAILBOARD OPERATOR CAME FROM BEHIND ON PORT SIDE AND STRUCK BOAT#2 PORT SIDE NEAR THE BOW.


BARDID: WI-2010-0096
Date: 2010-09-12 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:30:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: KINNICKINNIC RIVER
NearestCityTown: MILWAUKEE
County: MILWAUKEE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Operator Inattention
AccidentCause2: CONGESTED WATERS
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Fixed Object
RedactedNarrative:
BOAT WAS HEADING UP RIVER WHEN APPROACHING KINNICKINNIC ST BRIDGE. BOAT OPERATOR OBSERVED A CIGARETTE BOAT HEADING DOWN RIVER APPROACHING KINNICKINNIC ST BRIDE & THOUGHT COLLISION WOULD OCCUR SO HE TURNED TO PORT & CONTINUED UP RIVER & BENEATH THE BRIDGE.
BOAT'S RADAR ARCH, DOME, ANTENNA & CANVASS FRAME STRUCK THE UNDERSIDE OF THE BRIDGE STEEL GIRDER AT THE BRIDGE'S LOWEST POINT.


BARDID: WI-2010-0097
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2010-09-14 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:10:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: LAKE MENDOTA
NearestCityTown: MADISON
County: DANE
WaterConditions: Unknown
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Tuesday
AccidentCause1: Operator Inattention
AccidentCause2: IMPROPER LOOKOUT
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Recreational Vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
BOAT#2 WAS ANCHORED & OPERATOR WAS FISHING. BOAT#2 OPERATOR NOTICED BOAT#1 APPROACHING DIRECTLY TOWARDS BOAT#2. BOAT#2 OPERATOR USED AIR HORN TO ALERT BOAT#1 OPERATOR & THEN MOVED TOWARD BOW OF BOAT#2 AS BOAT#1 APPROACHED BOAT#2 & APPEARED IT WOULD STRIKE BOAT#2 STERN AREA. BOAT#1 STRUCK BOAT#2 IN STERN, WHICH THREW BOAT#2 OPERATOR OVERBOARD. BOAT#1 RODE OVER TOP OF BOAT#2 STERN AREA. BOAT#1 OPERATOR WAS CITED. BOAT#2 OPERATOR WAS INJURED.


BARDID: WI-2010-0098
Date: 2010-07-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 20:35:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: LAKE MICHIGAN
NearestCityTown: MILWAUKEE
County: MILWAUKEE
WaterConditions: Rough
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Equipment Failure
EquipmentFailure: other
AccidentEvent1: Other
OtherAccidentEvent: person struck by vessel equipm
RedactedNarrative:
BOAT OPERATOR SUFFERED AN EYE INJURY WHEN A LINE COMING FROM THE BOOM SNAPPED AND STRUCK HIM IN THE FACE NEAR AN EYE. THE OPERATOR WHILE ATTEMPTING TO CUT THE LOOSE LINE, CUT THE HAND OF HIS PASSENGER. USCG & MILWAUKE POLICE DEPT PATROL WERE CONTACTED FOR THEIR ASSISTANCE. USCG TOOK INJURED BOAT OPERATOR OFF HIS BOAT & TRANSPORTED HIM TO MCKINLEY MARINA WHERE EMS THEN TRANSPORTED OPERATOR TO FROEDTERT HOSPITAL FOR TREATMENT. INJURED BOAT PASSENGER OPERATED THE BOAT TO MCKINLEY MARINA GAS PUMP DOCK UNDER ESCORT BY MILWAUKEE PD PATROL BOAT. INJURED PASSENGER WAS TREATED BY MILWAUKEE FIRE DEPT STAFF AT DOCK.


BARDID: WI-2010-0099
Date: 2010-04-10 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 10:30:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: BAY OF GREEN BAY
NearestCityTown: SISTER BAY
County: DOOR
WaterConditions: Rough
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Operator Inattention
AccidentCause2: HAZARDOUS WATERS
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
USCG NOTIFIED DOOR COUNTY SHERIFF DEPT OF AN OVERTURNED KAYAK OFF SISTER BAY. VICTIM WAS RESCUED BY SISTER BAY/LIBERTY GROVE  FIRE DEPT PERSONNEL. VICTIM-OPERATOR STATED HE LEFT THE DOCT AT 7:30AM TO VENTURE INTO BAY OF GREEN BAY TO PRACTICE FOR A RACE THE FOLLOWING WEEKEND. VICTIM LAST REMEMBERS PADDLING AND THEN ENDING UP IN THE WATER. VICTIM STATED HE BELIEVES HE WAS IN THE WATER FOR 30-40 MINUTES BEFORE CONTACTING THE USCG BY MARINE RADIO. SHORTLY AFTER CONTACTING THE USCG, HE WAS PICKED BY FIRE DEPT PERSONNEL. DOOR COUNTY EMS CHECKED THE VICTIM VITALS & TRANSPORTED HIM TO DOOR COUNTY MEMORIAL HOSPITAL FOR TREATMENT FOR HYPOTHERMIA.


BARDID: WI-2010-0101
Date: 2010-08-01 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:00:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: KINNICKINNIC RIVER
NearestCityTown: MILWAUKEE
County: MILWAUKEE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: None
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Operator Inattention
AccidentCause2: OPERATOR INEXPERIENCE
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Recreational Vessel
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
RedactedNarrative:
TUG BOAT#1 WAS CREATING A BIG BACK WASH AS IT MOVED SLOWLY NORTH IN THE KINNICKINNIC RIVER. BOAT#2 WAS HEADING WEST LEAVING SKIPPER BUD'S CHANNEL INTO THE KINNICKINNIC RIVER. BOAT#2 ENCOUNTERED TUg BOAT BACK WASH WHICH FORCED BOAT#2 PORT SIDE INTO DOCKED BOAT#3 FORWARD BOW PULPIT.


BARDID: WI-2010-0102
Date: 2010-08-26 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 10:45:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: OTTER LAKE
NearestCityTown: WASHINGTON, TOWN OF
County: VILAS
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Thursday
AccidentCause1: Operator Inattention
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Recreational Vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
BOAT #2 WAS OPERATING & HEADING NORTHBOUND NEAR MIDDLE OF  OTTER LAKE WHEN BOAT#1 HEADING NORTHEASTERLY STRUCK BOAT #2 ON THE PORT SIDE WITH BOAT#1 BOW STARBOARD SIDE. COLLISION CAUSED BOAT#1 OPERATOR TO FALL OVERBOARD. BOAT#2 PICKED BOAT#1 OPERATOR OUT OF THE WATER & TRANSPORTED HIM TO "THE LAST RESORT" ON OTTER LAKE. UNOCCUPIED BOAT#1 WAS GOING IN CIRCLES UNTIL IT RAN OUT OF GAS.


BARDID: WI-2010-0103
Date: 2010-06-19 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:09:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: WHEELER LAKE
NearestCityTown: LAKEWOOD
County: OCONTO
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Other
OtherAccidentCause: passenger/skier behavior
AccidentEvent1: Skier Mishap
RedactedNarrative:
INJURED PARTY WAS SLALOM SKIING BY BOAT OPERATED BY HER HUSBAND. WIFE WAS UNABLE TO IDENTIFY WHAT CAUSED HER FALL. MEDICAL TREATMENT WAS PROVIDED AT OCONTO FALLS COMMUNITY HOSPITAL WHERE INJURY WAS DIAGNOSED AS FRACTURED PELVIS.


BARDID: WI-2010-0104
Date: 2010-08-29 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 21:08:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: LAKE MOHAWKSIN
NearestCityTown: CITY OF TOMAHAWK
County: LINCOLN
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentCause2: NAVIGATION RULES VIOLATION
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Recreational Vessel
AccidentEvent2: PERSON STRUCK BY VESSEL
RedactedNarrative:
BOAT#1 WAS DRIVING NORTH AT SPEED BARELY ABOVE SLOW-NO-WAKE, WHEN BOAT#2 HEADING IN SAME DIRECTION AT 40 MPH OR FASTER, STRUCK BOAT#1 IN THE STERN. IT THEN RODE UP OVER BOAT#1 AND SLID OFF TO THE STARBOARD SIDE OF BOAT#1. BOTH BOATS WERE DAMAGED, BOAT#1 OPERATOR WAS INJURED & BOAT#2 OPERATOR ARRESTED FOR OWI. AND CITED FOR FAILURE TO GIVE RIGHT OF WAY WHILE OVERTAKING A SLOWER MOVING BOAT.


BARDID: WI-2010-0105
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2010-09-12 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:04:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: FOX RIVER
NearestCityTown: DEPERE
County: BROWN
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Operator Inattention
AccidentCause2: EXCESSIVE SPEED
AccidentCause3: OPERATOR INEXPERIENCE
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Recreational Vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
PWC #1 & PWC #2 WERE PART OF A GROUP OF FIVE PWC'S HEADING SOUTH ON THE FOX RIVER. PWC#1 OPERATOR WAS BEHIND & TO THE LEFT OF A 3RD PWC. PWC #2 WAS A SLIGHTLY AHEAD & TO THE LEFT OF PWC#1. ALL THREE PWC'S WERE GOING FASTER THAN SLOW-NO-WAKE IN FAILRLY CLOSE PROXIMITY TO EACH OTHER.(WITHIN 100 FEET) PWC#1 WHILE LOOKING AHEAD & OBSERVING PWC#3 STARTED DRIFTING TO THE LEFT TOWARD PWC#2.
PWC#2 NOTICED THIS ACTION BY PWC#1 AND ATTEMPTED TO ACCELERATE & STEER LEFT TO AVOID BEING STRUCK. PWC#1 STRUCK PWC#2 IN THE STARBORD REAR QUARTER. THIS ACTION CAUSED BOTH OPERATORS TO BE EJECTED. BOTH OPERATORS WERE RESCUED BY THE OTHER PWC'S IN THE GROUP. BOTH PWC OPERATORS WERE TRANSPORTED TO MEDICAL FACLITIES FOR TREATMENT OF MINOR INJURIES. BOTH PWC OPERATORS WERE CITED FOR FAILURE TO OPERATE AT SLOW NO WAKE SPEED WITHIN 100 FEET OF EACH OTHER.


BARDID: WI-2010-0106
Date: 2010-07-11 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:30:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: MISSISSIPPI RIVER
NearestCityTown: LYNXVILLE
County: CRAWFORD
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Force of Wave/wake
AccidentCause2: IMPROPER LOOKOUT
AccidentEvent1: Fall in vessel
RedactedNarrative:
DNR LAW ENFORCEMENT WAS CONTACTED ONE WEEK AFTER THE REPORTED INCIDENT. DNR MADE NUMBEROUS ATTEMPTS TO MAKE CONTACT WITH THE COMPLAINTANT PARTY (BOAT#2) & THEN WITH THE OTHER BOAT OPERATOR INVOLVED. ESSENCE OF INVESTIGATION DETERMINED THAT BOAT#1 WAS HEADING UPSTREAM IN MAIN CHANNEL TO AVOID COMING CLOSE TO OTHER BOATS IN THE CHANNEL. SPEED & SIZE OF BOAT#1 CREATED LARGE SWELLS AND BOAT WAKES. WHEN BOAT#2 ENCOUNTERED BOAT#1 WAKES, BOAT#2 OPERATOR AIMED BOAT STRAIGHT TOWARD THE WAKES & REDUCED THROTTLE. THIS ACTION CAUSED BOAT#2 PASSENGERS TO GO INTO THE AIR WHEN BOAT#2 STRUCK BOAT#1 WAKES. THIS ACTION CAUSED PASSENGERS TO THEN DROP SUDDENLY TO SEATS & BENCHES CAUSING INJURIES. BOAT#2 OPERATOR'S WIFE WAS TRANSPORTED TO MEDICAL CENTER IN PRIVATE VEHICLE WHERE X RAYS & TREATMENT WAS PROVIDED. DIAGNOSIS DETERMINED SPINAL INJURY OF COMPRESSION FRACTURE OF L-2.


BARDID: WI-2010-0107
Date: 2010-10-09 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:10:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: LAKE BUTTE DE MORTS
NearestCityTown: BUTTE DE MORTS
County: WINNEBAGO
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Operator Inattention
AccidentCause2: NAVIGATION RULES VIOLATION
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Recreational Vessel
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
RedactedNarrative:
BOAT#1 WAS ON PLANE TRAVELING WESTBOUND ON LAKE. BOAT#2 WAS TRAVELING UNDER 10 MPH WEST BY NORTHWEST BOUND ON LAKE. BOAT #1 OPER WAS LOOKING REARWARD WHILE TRAVELING WESTBOUND. BOAT#1 OPER THEN LOOKED FORWARD & NOTICED IMPENDING COLLISION WITH BOAT #2.
BOAT#1 OPER ATTEMPTED TO AVOID COLLISION BY STEERING TO THE RIGHT, BUT STRUCK BOAT#2 IN REAR STARBOARD SIDE CAUSING DAMAGE TO BOTH BOATS AND INJURY TO PASSENGER--WIFE OF BOAT#2 OPERATOR. BOAT#1 OPERATOR CITED FOR FAILURE TO YIELD RIGHT OF WAY WHILE OVERTAKING. BOAT#2 OPER WAS CITED FOR FAILURE TO HAVE FIRE EXTINGUISHER ON BOARD.


BARDID: WI-2010-0108
Date: 2010-10-10 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:00:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: WISCONSIN RIVER
NearestCityTown: NECEDAH
County: JUNEAU
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Missing or Inadequate Navigation Aids
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
RedactedNarrative:
BOAT WAS TRAVELING NORTH BOUND ON WISCONSIN RIVER EAST OF FISH LAKE & 23RD ST. BOAT OPERATOR STATED HE WAS FOLLOWING CHANNEL MARKERS CLOSELY AND HIT A SANDBAR. SUDDEN STOP THREW PASSENGER INTO THE BOAT CONSOLE CAUSING INJURY TO FACE & HEAD. OPERATOR SURMISED THAT RECENT FLOODING MAY HAVE MOVED THE SAND BAR SO THE NAVIGATION MARKERS WERE NO LONGER CORRECT.


BARDID: WI-2010-0109
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2010-10-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:46:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: LAKE WINNEBAGO
NearestCityTown: NEENAH
County: WINNEBAGO
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Monday
AccidentCause1: Operator Inattention
AccidentCause2: Restricted Vision
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Recreational Vessel
AccidentEvent2: Falls overboard
RedactedNarrative:
BOAT #1 WAS TRAVELING NORTHBOUND ACROSS LAKE WINNEBAGO AT 30 MPH. BOAT#2 WAS COMING OUT OF FOX RIVER CHANNEL INTO LAKE WINNEBAGO AT APROX. 20-25 MPH. BOAT#2 OPERATOR HAD HIS BACK TO STARBOARD SIDE & DID NOT SEE BOAT#1 APPROACHING. BOAT#1 OPERATOR ATTEMPTED EVASIVE MANUEVER TO AVOID COLLISION, BUT DID NOT SUCCEED. BOAT#1 PORT FRONT SIDE COLLIDED WITH BOAT#2 STARBOARD SIDE. THE CONTACT CAUSED BOAT#2 OPERATOR TO FALL OVERBOARD. BOAT#1 PICKED UP BOAT #2 OPERATOR FROM THE WATER. BOAT#2 OPERATOR CITED FOR FAILURE TO YIELD RIGHT OF WAY.


BARDID: WI-2010-0110
Date: 2010-06-06 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 09:15:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: LAKE HOLCOMB
NearestCityTown: LAKE HOLCOMBE
County: CHIPPEWA
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Other
OtherAccidentCause: OPERATOR BEHAVIOR
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
AccidentEvent2: Person Struck by Propeller
RedactedNarrative:
ONE YEAR OLD WEARING PFD FELL OVERBOARD. OPERATOR PLACED BOAT IN REVERSE TO RETREIVE CHILD IN WATER. BOAT OPERATOR FELL OUT OF BOAT STRIKING THROTTLE WHILE MOTOR WAS IN REVERSE. BOAT WAS FOUND GOING IN CIRCLES WITH ALL CHILDREN ABOARD WITH OPERATOR HANGING ONTO THE BACK OF BOAT. BOAT OPERATOR SUFFERED LEG INJURY FROM PROPELLER. WHEN BOAT WAS FINALLY STOPPED, BOAT OPERATOR WAS EXTRACATED & TRANSPORTED TO SHORE THEN FLOWN TO HOSPITAL. NO CHILDREN SUFFERED ANY INJURY.


BARDID: WI-2010-0111
Date: 2010-10-13 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:42:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: WESCOTT LAKE
NearestCityTown: TOWN OF BAGLEY
County: OCONTO
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Wednesday
AccidentCause1: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
RedactedNarrative:
BOAT OPERATOR-VICTIM WAS DRIVING GRANDFATHER'S PONTOON BOAT FROM OWNER'S DOCK TO BOAT LANDING FOR REMOVAL FOR THE SEASON. GRANDFATHER OBSERVED PONTOON BOAT NOT MOVING ON THE LAKE & GRANDSON NOT SEEN ON THE BOAT. LAW ENFORCEMENT SERVICES WERE CONTACTED. VICTIM'S BODY WAS DISCOVERED AND REMOVED BY FIRE DEPT DIVERS.


BARDID: WI-2010-0113
Date: 2010-11-05 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 06:15:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: BAY OF GREEN BAY
NearestCityTown: GREEN BAY
County: BROWN
WaterConditions: Rough
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Hazardous Waters
AccidentCause2: Weather
AccidentCause3: IMPROPER LOADING
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
BOAT OPERATOR-VICTIM LAUNCHED HIS BOAT AT GREEN BAY MUNICIPAL BOAT LANDING WITH INTENTION TO TRAVEL TO EAGLE'S NEST MARINA TO MEET A FELLOW DUCK HUNTER. AFTER HE DID NOT ARRIVE AT THE MARINA, THE OTHER DUCK HUNTER KEPT GOING BACK TO INITIAL BOAT LAUNCH SITE TO DETERMINE IF OPERATOR VICTIM HAD RETURNED TO THE BOAT LAUNCH. AFTER HOURS HAD PASSED,THE USCG & LAW ENFORCEMENT SERVICES WERE CONTACTED. USCG HELICOPTER LOCATED VICTIM'S BODY AT 12:30PM APROXIMATELY .5 MILE FROM SHORE. USCG VESSEL RETREIVED THE BODY.


BARDID: WI-2010-0114
Date: 2010-10-22 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:12:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: DIAMOND LAKE
NearestCityTown: CABLE
County: BAYFIELD
WaterConditions: Choppy
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Improper Loading
AccidentCause2: Weather
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: CAPSIZING
AccidentEvent3: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
BOAT OPERATOR WAS TROLLING WITH A 15-20 MPH WIND COMING FROM REAR OF THE BOAT. THIS CAUSED WAVES TO COME OVER THE TRANSOM, FILLING BOAT WITH WATER. EXCESS LOAD IN REAR OF BOAT ADDED TO WEIGHT OF BOAT. BOAT FILLED WITH WATER, CAUSING BOAT TO SINK & CAPSIZE TOSSING THE OPERATOR INTO THE LAKE. OPERATOR WAS FOUND, RESCUED AND TRANSPORTED TO MEDICAL FACILTIY FOR TREATMENT OF HYPOTHERMIA.


BARDID: WI-2010-0116
Date: 2010-08-21 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:10:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: GENEVA LAKE
NearestCityTown: FONTANA
County: WALWORTH
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Operator Inexperience
AccidentCause2: SHARP TURN
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Fixed Object
AccidentEvent2: Collision with Recreational Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
OPERATOR OF A RENTED PONTOON BOAT(#1), STRUCK A PIER SUPPORT, A DOCKED BOAT & THE SWIM PLATFORM OF A SECOND DOCKED BOAT WHILE ATTEMPTING TO MOVE AWAY FROM THE MARINA OF O&R MARINE OWNER OF THE RENTED BOAT. ACCUMULATIVE DAMAGE TO ALL THREE BOATS EXCEED "REPORTABLE" CRITERIA. NO DAMAGE TO PIER WAS IDENTIFIED IN THE REPORT.


BARDID: WI-2010-0117
Date: 2010-07-02 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:45:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: WISCONSIN RIVER-KILBOURN FLOWA
NearestCityTown: WIS DELLS
County: ADAMS
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Navigation Rules Violation
AccidentCause2: SHARP TURN
AccidentEvent1: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
RENTED PWC#1 WAS HEADING EAST AT ABOUT 40-45 MPH TOWARD THE ENTRANCE TO WITCHES GULF. PWC OPERATOR STATED HE HEARD BOAT#2 (TOUR JET BOAT) COME UP FROM BEHIND AND PASS HIM ON THE RIGHT. THE TOUR BOAT THEN TURNED TO THE LEFT (PORT SIDE) IN FRONT OF PWC#1. PWC#1 OPERATOR THEN MADE A HARD RIGHT TURN (TO STARBOARD) TO AVOID STRIKING THE TOUR BOAT. THE PWC PASSENGER WAS THROWN OFF WHEN THE PWC ENCOUNTERED THE TOUR BOAT WAKE. THEN WHEN THE PWC ENCOUNTERED THE SECOND TOUR BOAT WAKE, THE PWC OPERATOR WAS THROWN OFF. PWC OPERATOR SUFFERED BROKEN VERTEBRAE, AND FACIAL INJURIES FROM STRIKING THE WATER. PWC PASSENGER ASSISTED THE PWC OPERATOR ONTO THE PWC & TRANSPORTED HIM TO THE MARINA WHERE THE PWC WAS RENTED. EMS TRANSPORTED THE INJURED PWC OPERATOR TO A HOSPITAL.


BARDID: WI-2010-0118
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2010-11-07 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 07:27:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: LAKE WISCONSIN
NearestCityTown: OKEE (TOWN OF LODI)
County: COLUMBIA
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Excessive Speed
AccidentCause2: NAVIGATION RULES VIOLATION
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Recreational Vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
AccidentEvent3: Fall in vessel
RedactedNarrative:
BOAT#2 LAUNCHED AT SUNSET BAY & HEADED NORTHEAST TOWARD RAILROAD TRESTLE NEAR MERRIMAC. BOAT#1 STRUCK BOAT#2 ON BOAT#2 MID PORT SIDE. THIS CONTACT CAUSED BOTH BOAT#2 OCCUPANTS TO FALL OVERBOARD. BOAT#1 OPERATOR FELL IN THE BOAT FROM THE CONTACT BUT REMAINED ABOARD HIS BOAT. HE THEN RETREIVED THE TWO OCCUPANTS OF BOAT#2 AND TRANSPORTED THEM TO THE SUNSET BAY BOAT LANDING. FROM THE LANDING THE TWO BOAT#2 OCCUPANTS WERE TRANSPORTED TO MEDICAL FACILITIES FOR TREATMENT OF THEIR INJURIES.


BARDID: WI-2010-0120
Date: 2010-08-02 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:30:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: SAWYER LAKE
NearestCityTown: WHITE LAKE
County: LANGLADE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Monday
AccidentCause1: Excessive Speed
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Fixed Object
RedactedNarrative:
OPERATOR ON BORROWED PWC APPROACHED A DOCK AT TOO HIGH A SPEED TO STOP OR MANUEVER AWAY. TO AVOID INJURY TO 10 YR OLD FEMALE PASSENGER SITTING IN FRONT OF PWC OPERATOR, HE LIFTED PASSENGER UP SO HER HEAD WOULD NOT STRIKE THE DOCK. INSTEAD THE PASSENGER'S CHEST IMPACTED THE DOCK RESULTING IN BROKEN RIBS AND PUNCTURED LUNG. PWC OPERATOR SUFFERED MINOR LEG INJURIES. PWC ENDED UP BENEATH THE DOCK WITH NO DAMAGE.


BARDID: WI-2010-0121
Date: 2010-08-01 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:20:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: TUTTLE LAKE
NearestCityTown: NESHKORO
County: MARQUETTE
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Operator Inattention
AccidentCause2: Restricted Vision
AccidentCause3: IMPROPER LOOKOUT
AccidentEvent1: Skier Mishap
AccidentEvent2: Person Struck by Propeller
RedactedNarrative:
BOAT#2 WAS TRAVELING COUNTERCLOCKWISE DIRECTION ON LAKE TOWING TWO PERSONS ON INFLATABLE TUBES. BOAT#2 PASSED THE MORE SLOWLY MOVING BOAT#1 WHO WAS TOWING ONE PERSON ON A TUBE. BOAT#1 THEN BEGAN TO SPEED UP TO FOLLOW BOAT#2. ONE PERSON ON TUBE TOWED BY BOAT#2 FELL OFF THE TUBE. BOAT#1 OPERATOR DID NOT SEE THE FALLEN TUBE RIDER AND DROVE OVER THE TOP OF FALLEN TUBE RIDER IN THE WATER. PERSON IN WATER WAS ABLE TO PUSH AGAINST BOAT#1 HULL AND CLEARED HER BODY EXCEPT FOR HER ANKLE AND FOOT. FALLEN TUBE RIDER SUFFERED BROKEN ANKLE AND DEEP LACERATION WHEN BOAT#1 PROPELLER STRUCK THE FALLEN TUBE RIDER.


BARDID: WI-2010-0122
Date: 2010-10-09 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:00:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: LAKE MICHIGAN
NearestCityTown: STURGEON BAY
County: DOOR
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Carbon monoxide exposure
AccidentEvent1: Carbon Monoxide Exposure
RedactedNarrative:
WHILE CABIN BOAT WAS SLOWLY CRUISING, BOAT OPERATOR-OWNER LEFT CONTROLS TO ANOTHER PASSENGER AND WENT BELOW TO USE LAVATORY.
HIS 4 YR OLD DAUGHTER WAS SITTING QUIETLY AND TOLD HER FATHER THE OTHER CHILDREN WOULD NOT PLAY WITH HER. OWNER CHECKED THE OTHER FOUR CHILDREN AND FOUND THEM UNCONCIOUS. 911 WAS CALLED & OPERATOR SPED TOWARD NEAREST PORT WHERE MEDICAL STAFF AWAITED THE BOAT ARRIVAL WITH FOUR UNCONCIOUS CHILDREN ABOARD. ALL FOUR WERE MEDIFLIGHT TO STURGEON BAY HOSPITAL FOR TREATMENT OF MONOXIDE POISONING.


BARDID: WI-2010-0123
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2010-10-05 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:45:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: HIGH FALLS FLOWAGE
NearestCityTown: CRIVITZ
County: OCONTO
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: None
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Tuesday
AccidentCause1: Ignition of Spilled Fuel or Vapor
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (fuel)
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
BOAT OPERATOR HAD FINISHED FILLING GAS TANK. SWITCHED ELECTRIC CONNECTIONS TO AN UNCASED BATTERY WHEN SPARK IGNITED FUEL VAPOR.
EXPLOSION PROPELLED OPERATOR FROM BOAT UNTO NEARBY DECK. BOAT WAS TOTAL LOSS.


BARDID: WI-2011-0001
Date: 2011-04-09 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:00:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: WOLF RIVER
NearestCityTown: NEW LONDON
County: WAUPACA
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Excessive Speed
AccidentCause2: IMPROPER LOOKOUT
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Submerged Object
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
AccidentEvent3: Collision with Fixed Object
RedactedNarrative:
BOAT TRAVELING SOUTH ON WOLF RIVER PORTION KNOWN AS MILL CUT. BOAT STRUCK SUBMERGED OBJECT THROWING PASSENGER OVERBOARD & OPERATOR LOOSING CONTROL. BOAT CONTINUED A SHORT DISTANCE THEN STRUCK A TREE CAUSING DAMAGE TO BOAT & BOAT OPERATOR TO FALL OVERBOARD. BOAT OPERATOR & PASSENGER WERE INJURED AND TAKEN TO SHORE BY PASSING BOAT. BOTH WERE TRANSPORTED TO MEDICAL TREATMENT FACILITY.


BARDID: WI-2011-0002
Date: 2011-04-18 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:30:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: WOLF RIVER
NearestCityTown: SHIOCTON
County: OUTAGAMIE
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Monday
AccidentCause1: Improper Loading
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
RedactedNarrative:
CALLER TO EMERGENCY LINE REPORTED HEARING CALL FOR HELP ALONG THE WOLF RIVER. DNR WARDEN & TWO COUNTY DEPUTIES RESPONDED. SEARCH  FOUND UNOCCUPIED BOAT. SUBSEQUENT SEARCH FOUND VICTIM SUBMERGED IN WATER AND CAUGHT ON TREE SNAG IN RIVER. VICTIM WAS NOT WEARING PFD. INVESTIGATION SURMISED VICTIM WAS IN PROCESS OF UNTYING BOAT STERN LINE FROM A TREE WHEN HE LOST BALANCE AND FELL OVERBOARD STRIKING HIS HEAD ON THE TREE. VICTIM WAS FOUND 50 YARDS DOWNSTREAM OF BOAT.


BARDID: WI-2011-0003
Date: 2011-05-13 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:30:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: WOLF RIVER
NearestCityTown: KESHENA
County: MENOMINEE
WaterConditions: UNKNOWN
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Hazardous Waters
AccidentEvent1: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
RENTAL RAFT WAS GOING OVER RAPIDS WHEN BOTH PASSENGERS FELL OVERBOARD. ONE WAS SUBMERGED UNDER WATER BY FORCE OF CURRENT FOR 4 TO 5 MINUTES BEFORE RESCUED AND PROVIDED CPR. VICTIM WAS TRANSPORTED BY AIRBOAT TO SHORE TO WAITING AMBULANCE. THEN MED FLIGHTED TO SHAWANO HOSPITAL & LATER ST. VINCENT HOSPITAL IN GREEN BAY. VICTIM WAS RELEASED FROM HOSPITAL FIVE DAYS LATER.


BARDID: WI-2011-0004
Date: 2011-05-14 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 10:00:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: ROCK RIVER
NearestCityTown: JANESVILLE
County: ROCK
WaterConditions: UNKNOWN
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Improper Loading
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
A VERY LARGE MALE OPERATOR (260 LBS) & VERY LARGE MALE PASSENGER (300 LBS) WERE FISHING. THEY DECIDED TO MOVE TO ANOTHER LOCATION. THE PASSENGER STOOD UP TO PULL IN THE ANCHOR. THE ANCHOR WAS STUCK & PASSENGER'S ACTION CAUSED BOAT TO FLIP OVER THROWING BOTH MEN OVERBOARD. BOTH MEN HELD ONTO THE OVER TURNED BOAT UNTIL THEY WERE RESCUED ABOUT 30 MINUTES LATER. THE MEN WERE TRANSPORTED TO A HOSPITAL FOR TREATMENT OF HYPOTHERMIA SINCE BOTH WERE EXPOSED TO THE ELEMENTS IN COLD WATER.


BARDID: WI-2011-0005
Date: 2011-05-12 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:30:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: SILVER LAKE
NearestCityTown: SILVER LAKE VILLAGE OF
County: KENOSHA
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Thursday
AccidentCause1: Equipment Failure
EquipmentFailure: OTHER
OtherEquipmentFailure: boat plug
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: SINKING
RedactedNarrative:
OPERATOR HAD JUST LAUNCHED BOAT TO BEGIN FISHING. BOAT FILLED WITH WATER & SANK. BOAT OCCUPANTS WERE RESCUED BY CANOE. AFTER BOAT WAS RETRIEVED, DRAIN PLUG WAS NOTICED MISSING.


BARDID: WI-2011-0006
Date: 2011-05-26 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:43:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: FREISS LAKE
NearestCityTown: VILLAGE OF RICHFIELD
County: WASHINGTON
WaterConditions: Rough
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Thursday
AccidentCause1: Hazardous Waters
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
VICTIM & COMPANION RENTED A ROWBOAT TO GO FISHING. AT ONE POINT THE WIND WAS BLOWING THE BOAT TOWARD SHORE. THE OCCUPANTS TRIED TO ROW THE BOAT OUT TO DEEPER WATER. WIND & WAVE ACTION TIPPED THE BOAT CAUSING THE OCCUPANTS TO FALL OVERBOARD. THE COMPANION FELL ONLY HALF WAY OUT OF THE BOAT & WAS ABLE TO REMAIN ABOARD THE ROW BOAT. THE VICTIM FELL OVERBOARD WITH UNSECURE PFD AND PFD FELL OFF. COMPANION ATTEMPTED TO THROW HIS PFD TO PERSON IN WATER. IT WAS NOT SUCCESSFUL. VICTIM ATTEMPTED TO FLOAT-SWIM BACK TO THE BOAT. VICTIM WENT UNDER WATER & DID NOT RESURFACE. COUNTY DIVE TEAM FOUND VICTIM A SHORT TIME LATER.


BARDID: WI-2011-0007
Date: 2011-05-30 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:07:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: WALLACE LAKE
NearestCityTown: TOWN OF TRENTON
County: WASHINGTON
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Light
Visibility: UNKN
DayofWeek: Monday
AccidentCause1: Operator Inexperience
AccidentCause2: Force of wave/wake
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
VICTIM & COMPANION WERE KAYAKING IN SEPARATE KAYAKS WHEN VICTIM'S KAYAK CAPSIZED DUE TO WAVES ON THE LAKE. VICTIM RESURFACED & STAYED WITH KAYAK AND TRIED SWIMMING KAYAK TOWARD A NEARBY WATER TRAMPOLINE. WHEN VICTIM APPROACHED THE TRAMPOLINE, HE WAS UNABLE TO GRAB & HOLD ONTO TRAMPOLINE & WENT UNDER THE SURFACE. VICTIM WAS RECOVERED & QUICKLY MOVED TO SHORE BY ANOTHER KAYAKER. VICTIM WAS GIVEN EMERGENCY MEDICAL ASSISTANCE (CPR) BUT HE FAILED TO RESPOND.


BARDID: WI-2011-0008
Date: 2011-05-21 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 00:15:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: WOLF RIVER
NearestCityTown: FREMONT
County: WINNEBAGO
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Fair
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentCause2: IMPROPER LOOKOUT
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Recreational Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
HOUSE BOAT #1 OPERATER STATED HE WAS CRUISING UNDER 10 MPH DOWN RIVER WHEN LIGHTS SUDDENLY APPEARED IN FRONT OF HIS BOAT. BOAT#1 OPERATOR TURNED LEFT TO AVOID CONTACT, BUT STARBOARD SIDE OF HIS HOUSEBOAT MADE CONTACT WITH ANCHORED HOUSE BOAT. BOAT#1 OPERATOR CLAIMED BOAT#2 WAS ANCHORED IN THE TRAFFIC LANE OF RIVER. OFFICER REPORT IDENTIFIED BOAT#1 WAS TRAVELING 10-20 MPH, WHEN BOAT#1 STRUCK BOAT#2 AND LEFT THE SCENE. OFFICERS LOCATED BOAT#1 OPERATOR FOUR HOURS LATER & ISSUED HIM FOUR CITATIONS.


BARDID: WI-2011-0009
Date: 2011-06-03 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:00:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: BAY OF GREEN BAY
NearestCityTown: VILLAGE OF DYCKESVILLE
County: BROWN
WaterConditions: Rough
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Hazardous Waters
AccidentCause2: Weather
AccidentCause3: OPERATOR INATTENTION
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
RedactedNarrative:
VICTIM WAS OPERATOR OF A SMALL SAILBOAT REPORTED MISSING ON 6-3-11 BY HIS SISTER WHO HAD STOPPED BY THE VACATION COTTAGE OF THE VICTIM. USCG SEARCH FOUND THE SAILBOAT ON SAT JUNE 4, FOUR MILES OFFSHORE OF PENSAUKEE RIVER--OCONTO COUNTY ON THE BAY OF GREEN BAY WITH NO OCCUPANT. VICTIM'S BODY WAS LATER RECOVERED ON SUNDAY JUNE 5, SOUTH OF WHERE SAILBOAT WAS LOCATED.


BARDID: WI-2011-0010
Date: 2011-05-29 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 21:00:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: BAY OF GREEN BAY
NearestCityTown: FISH CREEK
County: DOOR
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Fair
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Restricted Vision
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Commercial Vessel
AccidentEvent2: GROUNDING
AccidentEvent3: Fall in vessel
RedactedNarrative:
40 FT CABIN YACHT WAS CRUISING BETWEEN 10-20 MPH WHEN IT STRUCK A BARGE & GROUNDED AFTER THE COLLISION. OPERATOR DECLINED TO PROVIDE DETAILS OF THE INCIDENT PER LEGAL ADVICE.


BARDID: WI-2011-0011
Date: 2011-05-29 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:55:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: CHIPPEWA RIVER/OLD ABE FLOWAGE
NearestCityTown: JIM FALLS
County: CHIPPEWA
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Improper Lookout
AccidentCause2: Restricted Vision
AccidentCause3: EXCESSIVE SPEED
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Recreational Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
BOAT#1 WITH SIX PEOPLE ABOARD WAS MOVING ON PLANE FROM EAST SIDE OF RIVER TO THE WEST SIDE OF RIVER. BECAUSE OF RESTRICTED VISION (PERSON IN BOW OF BOAT) & INADEQUATE LOOK OUT, BOAT#1 STRUCK ANCHORED BOAT#2 WHOSE OCCUPANTS WERE FISHING. THE COLLISION CAUSED $3000 IN DAMAGE TO BOAT#2..


BARDID: WI-2011-0012
Date: 2011-06-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:21:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: WOLF RIVER
NearestCityTown: KESHENA
County: MENOMINEE
WaterConditions: Rough
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Hazardous Waters
AccidentCause2: OPERATOR INEXPERIENCE
AccidentEvent1: Person Departed Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
A 2 PERSON RAFT WAS STUCK ON A ROCK IN WOLF RIVER. BOTH OCCUPANTS GOT OUT TO MOVE RAFT OFF ROCK. ONE PERSON WAS SWEPT AWAY DOWNSTREAM BY RIVER CURRENT. HE WAS UNABLE TO GET BACK INTO RAFT UNTIL THE RAFT & HE SEPARATELY WENT DOWN PAST THE WHITEWATER RAPIDS. BELOW THE RAPIDS OTHERS WERE ABLE TO ASSIST THE MAN INTO THE RAFT. SHORTLY LATER 911 WAS CALLED SINCE THE MAN SWEPT AWAY WAS HAVING TROUBLE BREATHING. EMS ARRIVED AND TRANSPORTED INJURED MAN TO SHAWANO MEDICAL CENTER.


BARDID: WI-2011-0013
Date: 2011-05-28 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:25:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: SOLBERG LAKE
NearestCityTown: TOWN OF WORCESTER
County: PRICE
WaterConditions: Rough
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Excessive Speed
AccidentCause2: Weather
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Submerged Object
AccidentEvent2: Collision with Recreational Vessel
AccidentEvent3: Fall in vessel
RedactedNarrative:
BOAT#1 OPERATOR WAS HEADED FOR SHORE TO LAND HIS BOAT. WHILE IN TRANSIT TOWARD THE SHORE, HIS MOTOR STRUCK AN UNSEEN UNDERWATER OBSTACLE. THIS CAUSED HIS MOTOR TO KICK-UP & GET LOCKED IN UPRIGHT POSITION CREATING LOSS OF STEERING FOR BOAT#1 OPERATOR. BOAT #1 OPERATOR WAS UNABLE TO SLOW DOWN HIS BOAT AND HIS BOAT STRUCK BOAT#2 IN THE STERN. BOAT#2 OWNER WAS STANDING IN BACK OF BOAT ATTEMPTING TO GET HIS BOAT COVER ON THE BOAT. WHEN BOAT#1 STRUCK BOAT#2 BOAT OWNER FELL AGAINST HIS BOAT MOTOR INJURING HIS RIBS. BOAT #2 OWNER DROVE HIMSELF TO HOSPITAL FOR DIAGNOSIS & TREATMENT.


BARDID: WI-2011-0014
Date: 2011-06-01 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 23:00:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: LAKE SUPERIOR
NearestCityTown: BAYFIELD
County: BAYFIELD
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: None
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Wednesday
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentCause2: OPERATOR INATTENTION
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Recreational Vessel
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
RedactedNarrative:
BOAT #1 WAS TRAVELING UNDER 7 KNOTS ON A STRAIGHT NORTH EAST HEADING AFTER LEAVING PIKES BAY MARINA. BOAT #2 LEFT LA POINTE ON MADALINE ISLAND TRAVELING NORTHWEST ON LAKE SUPERIOR HEADING TOWARD BAYFIELD. AT FIRST BOAT #2 APPEARED BE TRAVELING PARALLEL WITH BOAT #1. THEN BOAT #2 CHANGED COURSE THAT PLACED BOAT #1 IN THE PATH OF BOAT#2. BOAT# 2 OPERATOR TOOK NO SIGNIFICANT ACTION TO AVERT BOAT#2 FROM STRIKING BOAT#1 ON BOAT#1 STARBOARD. BOAT#2 OPERATOR DROVE HIS BOAT TO THE BLACKHAWK MARINA. BOAT #2 OPERATOR WAS LATER ARRESTED FOR BUI - FIRST OFFENSE & POSSESION OF CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES & PARAPHERNALIA BY BAYFIELD PD.


BARDID: WI-2011-0015
Date: 2011-06-07 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:30:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: LAKE SUPERIOR-LITTLE SAND BAY
NearestCityTown: LITTLE SAND BAY
County: BAYFIELD
WaterConditions: Rough
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Tuesday
AccidentCause1: Operator Inexperience
AccidentCause2: Weather
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: CAPSIZING
AccidentEvent3: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
KAYAK #1 OPERATOR & 3 OTHER KAYAKERS LEFT LITTLE SAND BAY BOAT LAUNCH TOWARD SAND ISLAND TO CAMP OVERNIGHT. ALL FOUR MADE IT HALFWAY TO SAND ISLAND WHEN THE LAST KAYAK TOOK ON WATER. KAYAK #1 OPERATOR TURNED BACK TO HELP. WHEN HE DID HIS KAYAK WAS STRUCK BY 3 TO 4 FOOT WAVES FORCING HIS KAYAK TO ROLL HALF WAY OVER & BECOME PARTIALLY SUBMERGED. ONE OF THE OTHER KAYAKERS GRABBED ONTO THE FIRST KAYAKER IN TROUBLE AND TRANSPORTED HIM INTO SHORE AT SAND ISLAND. KAYAK#1 OPERATOR TOLD THE OTHERS THAT HE WAS OKAY & WOULD FOLLOW THE OTHER THREE TO SAND ISLAND. KAYAKER#1 WAS LAST SEEN ASTRIDE HIS PARIALLY SUBMERGED KAYAK (BOW DOWN IN WATER) FALLING BEHIND THE OTHER THREE. KAYAKER#1 WAS LATER FOUND FLOATING FACE UP ABOUT 200-300 YARDS AWAY FROM HIS OVERTURNED KAYAK. KAYAKER#1 WAS FOUND WEARING TYPE 3 PFD VEST, T-SHIRT, SHORTS & KAYAK SKIRT AND WITH HIS LEGS INSIDE A WET SUIT.


BARDID: WI-2011-0016
Date: 2011-06-07 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 20:20:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: LAKE MICHIGAN
NearestCityTown: MILWAUKEE
County: MILWAUKEE
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Tuesday
AccidentCause1: Missing or Inadequate Navigation Aids
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
RedactedNarrative:
BOAT WAS CRUISING SOUTH BOUND ABOUT 200 YARDS OFF MILWAUKEE BRADFORD BEACH WHEN BOAT PROP STRUCK A SUBMERGED BOULDER WHICH DAMAGED THE LOWER MOTOR UNIT & REDUCED STEERING CAPABILITY. BOAT DRIFTED TO SHORE WHERE FURTHER DAMAGE OCCURRED TO BOAT FROM THE SHORE BREAKWATER BOULDERS. NO INJURIES REPORTED. BOAT SUSTAINED $2202 IN DAMAGES.


BARDID: WI-2011-0018
Date: 2011-04-23 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 09:00:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: WISCONSIN RIVER
NearestCityTown: NEKOOSA
County: WOOD
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Restricted Vision
AccidentCause2: OPERATOR INATTENTION
AccidentCause3: IMPROPER LOOKOUT
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Recreational Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
BOAT#1 OPERATOR WITH ONE PASSENGER WAS MOVING DOWNSTREAM TO A DIFFERENT SPOT TO FISH FOR WALLEYES. WHILE DOING THIS, THE BOAT#1 PASSENGER POSITION OBSTRUCTED BOAT#1 OPERATOR'S VIEW AND BOAT#1 STRUCK BOAT#2 IN THE REAR PORT SIDE WITH THE PORT SIDE BOW OF BOAT#1. THERE WERE NO INJURIES BUT THE DAMAGE TO BOATS EXCEEDED $4,400 IN DAMAGES.


BARDID: WI-2011-0019
Date: 2011-06-17 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 07:45:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: LAKE SUPERIOR
NearestCityTown: BAYFIELD
County: ASHLAND
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Poor
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Restricted Vision
AccidentCause2: IMPROPER LOOKOUT
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
RedactedNarrative:
WHILE TRAVELING TO A FISHING LOCATION IN DENSE FOG, BOAT GROUNDED ON THE ROCKY SHORE OF HERMIT ISLAND. USCG ARRIVED TO TRANSPORT OPERATOR & PASSENGERS TO BAYFIELD. A SALVAGE COMPANY WAS CONTACTED WHO FOUND THE GROUNDED BOAT AND TOWED IT BACK TO BAYFIELD. NO INJURIES WERE REPORTED. DAMAGE REPAIR COSTS ESTIMATED AT $20,000.


BARDID: WI-2011-0020
Date: 2011-06-25 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:50:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: LAKE HOLCOMB/CHIPPEWA RIVER
NearestCityTown: TOWN OF LAKE HOLCOMBE
County: CHIPPEWA
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentCause2: EXCESSIVE SPEED
AccidentEvent1: Skier Mishap
RedactedNarrative:
VICTIM & COMPANIONS WERE HAVING A CONTEST TO SEE WHO COULD STAY IN THE TUBE THE LONGEST. AS THE BOAT WAS PASSING UNDER THE BRIDGE, THE TUBE & RIDER STRUCK A CONCRETE PILLAR. THE BOAT & TUBE WERE TRAVELING IN A RELATIVELY STRAIGHT LINE WHEN APPROACHING THE BRIDGE. BUT INSTEAD OF PASSING AT A 90 DEGREE ANGLE UNDER THE BRIDGE & BETWEEN THE BRIDGE SUPPORTS, THE BOAT WAS DRIVEN AT AN ANGLE THAT BROUGHT THE TUBE & RIDER CLOSE TO ONE PILLAR AND STRIKING THE OTHER PILLAR MORTALLY INJURING THE TUBE RIDER. INVESTIGATION ENCOUNTERED RESISTANCE & MISINFORMATION IN DETERMING WHO WAS THE BOAT OPERATOR. THE CASE HAS BEEN REFERRED TO THE COUNTY DISTRICT ATTORNEY.


BARDID: WI-2011-0021
Date: 2011-06-17 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:00:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: MEDICINE LAKE
NearestCityTown: THREE LAKES
County: ONEIDA
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Sharp Turn
AccidentCause2: EXCESSIVE SPEED
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
BOAT #1 WAS TOWING ONE TUBE RIDER AND MAKING A TURN WHEN THE BOAT STRUCK A WAVE CAUSING THE BOAT TO CAPSIZE. ONE 4 YEAR OLD TWIN BOY WAS NOT IMMEDIATELY SEEN ON THE WATER SURFACE AFTER BOAT OPERATOR & OCCUPANTS RESURFACED . BOAT OPERATOR WITH ASSISTANCE FROM A GOOD SAMARITAN FROM ANOTHER BOAT, UNSUCCESSFULLY TRIED TO TURN THE CAPSIZED BOAT OVER. THEN BOAT OPERATOR WAS ABLE TO REACH UNDER THE OVERTURNED BOAT & REMOVE THE FOUR-YEAR OLD. MEDICAL SERVICE PERSONNEL ARRIVED AND TRANSPORTED BOTH FOUR-YEAR OLD TWINS TO THE EAGLE RIVER HOSPITAL FOR X-RAYS, MEDICAL ATTENTION AND OBSERVATION.


BARDID: WI-2011-0022
Date: 2011-05-15 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:50:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: PINE LAKE
NearestCityTown: BALDWIN
County: ST CROIX
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Other
OtherAccidentCause: passenger/skier behavior
AccidentEvent1: Other
OtherAccidentEvent: limb tangled in activity equip
RedactedNarrative:
HUSBAND (OPERATOR) & WIFE (PASSENGER) WERE ATTEMPTING TO REMOVE A FALLEN TREE FROM LAKE. WIFE HELD ROPE WRAPPED AROUND RIGHT HAND CONNECTED TO BOAT & FALLEN TREE. HUSBAND PLACE THE OUTBOARD MOTOR IN GEAR & THE THROTTLE WENT INTO HIGH GEAR. WIFE WAS ATTEMPTING TO KEEP THE ROPE AWAY FROM THE MOTOR PROP. THIS ACTION TIGHTED THE ROPE AROUND THE WIFE'S RIGHT HAND & AMPUTED FOUR FINGERS OF THE RIGHT HAND WHEN THE BOAT PULLED AWAY FROM THE TREE IN GEAR AT HIGH THROTTLE.


BARDID: WI-2011-0023
Date: 2011-06-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 10:30:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: LOWER EAU CLAIRE LAKE
NearestCityTown: TOWN OF GORDON
County: DOUGLAS
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Operator Inattention
AccidentCause2: OPERATOR INEXPERIENCE
AccidentCause3: IMPROPER LOOKOUT
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Recreational Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
BOAT#2 OPERATOR WAS FISHING UPON AN ANCHORED BOAT. #2 OPERATOR NOTICED BOAT#1 TOWING 4 JUVENILES IN A TUBE WAS COMING STRAIGHT AT BOAT#2. BOAT#2 ATTEMPTED TO GET BOAT#1 OPERATOR ATTENTION. BOAT#1 OPERATOR FINALLY NOTICED IMMINENT SITUATION & TURNED BOAT SHARPLY TO THE LEFT (PORT). BOAT#1 BOTTOM STRUCK THE STERN OF BOAT#2. BOAT#1 WAS THE MOST DAMAGED. NO INJURIES. BOAT#1 OPERATOR WAS ISSUED 3 CITATIONS.


BARDID: WI-2011-0024
Date: 2011-06-25 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:18:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: NORTH LAKE - SPREAD EAGLE CHAI
NearestCityTown: FLORENCE
County: FLORENCE
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentCause2: EXCESSIVE SPEED
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Fixed Object
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
AccidentEvent3: Fall in vessel
RedactedNarrative:
BOAT#1 WAS TRAVELING NORTH ON THE SPREAD EAGLE CHAIN OF LAKES. BOAT WAS LEAVING THE MIDDLE LAKE GOING THROUGH THE NORTH LAKE CHANNEL AT HIGH RATE OF SPEED TOWARD NORTH LAKE. OPERATOR LOST CONTROL OF BOAT. BOAT WENT AIRBORNE & STRUCK A TREE ON SHORE. OPERATOR WAS EJECTED FROM BOAT, STRUCK THE TREE & FELL HEAD FIRST INTO THE WATER. PASSENGER REMAINED IN BOAT AS BOAT WENT AIRBORNE, STRUCK THE TREE & FELL BACK UPRIGHT ONTO THE WATER. PASSENGER JUMPED INTO WATER TO ASSIST OPERATOR. MEDICAL RESCUE & PARAMEDICS TRANSPORTED INJURED OPERATOR TO COUNTY HOSPITAL IN IRON MT MICHIGAN. INJURED OPERATOR WAS LATER TRANSPORTED TO GREEN BAY HOSPITAL WITH SEVERE NECK & HEAD INJURY. OPERATOR WAS ISSUED CITATION FOR BUI & EXCESSIVE SPEED.


BARDID: WI-2011-0025
Date: 2011-06-15 00:00:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: LAKE MENDOTA
NearestCityTown: TOWN OF WESTPORT
County: DANE
WaterConditions: Rough
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Wednesday
AccidentCause1: Weather
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
RedactedNarrative:
OPERATOR WAS USING TROLLING MOTOR BRING THE BOAT TOWARD THE BOAT LAUNCH. THE WIND SEEMED TO INCREASE CAUSING WATER TO COME INTO THE JON BOAT. BILGE PUMP FAILED TO WORK. BOAT SWAMPED.  OPERATOR & 2 OCCUPANTS DRAGGED BOAT INTO BOAT LAUNCH AREA.


BARDID: WI-2011-0026
Date: 2011-06-28 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:02:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: REST LAKE
NearestCityTown: MANITOWISH WATERS, TOWN OF
County: VILAS
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Tuesday
AccidentCause1: Excessive Speed
AccidentCause2: NAVIGATION RULES VIOLATION
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Recreational Vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
AccidentEvent3: Person Struck by Propeller
RedactedNarrative:
PWC#1 OPERATOR WITH ONE PASSENGER & DECK BOAT#2 WITH OPERATOR & 4 PASSENGERS WERE HEADING IN SAME DIRECTION WHEN DECK BOAT# 2 MADE A SHARP U-TURN TO THE LEFT. DECK BOAT OPERATOR ASSUMED PWC WAS BEHIND HIM ON THE RIGHT AFTER THE TURN, BUT SUDDENLY NOTICED THE PWC WAS COMING AT BOAT#2 FROM THE PORT SIDE. BOAT#2 OPERATOR ATTEMPTED TO TURN TO STARBOARD (RIGHT) TO AVOID CONTACT, BUT PWC STRUCK THE PORT STERN SIDE OF DECK BOAT#2. THE IMPACT THREW 2 PASSENGERS ON BOAT#2 INTO THE WATER & THE PWC OPERATOR & PASSENGER INTO THE WATER. PWC OPERATOR FELL INTO WATER AT BOAT#2 STERN & BECAME ENTANGLED IN BOAT#2 PROPELLER. PWC OPERATOR WAS PULLED ONTO DECK BOAT#2 BY HER STEP-FATHER/OPERATOR OF BOAT#2. PWC OPERATOR SUFFERED MASSIVE INJURIES & DIED ON WAY TO THE MEDICAL FACILITY.


BARDID: WI-2011-0028
Date: 2011-07-02 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 10:45:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: LAKE MICHIGAN
NearestCityTown: RACINE
County: RACINE
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Improper Lookout
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Recreational Vessel
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/Swamping
AccidentEvent3: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
CABIN BOAT#1 WITH 3 PEOPLE ON BOARD WERE FISH-TROLLING TRAVELING IN NORTHWEST DIRECTION AT 2 MPH. CABIN BOAT #2 WITH 4 PEOPLE ABOARD WAS TRAVELING ON AUTOPILOT AT 16 MPH IN DUE NORTH DIRECTION. CABIN BOAT#1 ATTEMPTED TO ALERT BOAT#2 TO BOAT#1 PRESENCE USING HORN BLASTS, VERBAL WARNING, ETC TO NO EFFECT. BOAT#2 STRUCK & RODE ATOP BOAT#1 & SEVERELY DAMAGED BOAT#1. CABIN BOAT#1 FILLED WITH WATER & SANK. BOAT#2 PICKED UP BOAT#1 PASSENGERS FROM THE WATER WHO HAD LEFT BOAT#1 JUST BEFORE IMPACT.


BARDID: WI-2011-0029
Date: 2011-06-14 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:00:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: YAHARA RIVER
NearestCityTown: MONONA
County: DANE
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Tuesday
AccidentCause1: Sharp Turn
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
RedactedNarrative:
PWC WITH PASSENGER WAS LEAVING SLOW NO WAKE ZONE & BEGAN ACCELERATING WHILE MAKING A SLIGHT TURN TO ALIGN WITH CHANNEL MARKERS. FEMALE PASSENGER LOST HER GRIP & FELL OFF PWC INTO WATER FRACTURING HER LEFT LEG.


BARDID: WI-2011-0030
Date: 2011-06-11 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:00:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: MCKENZIE LAKE
NearestCityTown: SPOONER
County: DOUGLAS
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Excessive Speed
AccidentCause2: IMPROPER LOOKOUT
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Recreational Vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person Struck by Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
BOAT#2 WAS ANCHORED WITH 2 MEN FISHING. BOAT#1 WAS CROSSING LAKE. BOAT#1 OPERATOR CLAIMED THAT A BUG GOT IN HIS EYE. AFTER CLEARING THE BUG, OPERATOR#1 LOOKED AT HIS DEPTH FINDER THEN LOOKED UP WHEN HE HEARD SHOUTING. HE ATTEMPTED TURN TO THE RIGHT, BUT BOAT#1 PORT BOW STRUCK BOAT#2 STARBOARD SIDE and operator2 CAUSING vessel DAMAGE ESTIMATED AT $10,000. BOAT#1 REPAIR COST ESTIMATE IS $8,000. BOAT#1 OPERATOR WAS CITED FOR EXCESSIVE SPEED.


BARDID: WI-2011-0031
Date: 2011-06-22 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:27:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: FOX RIVER
NearestCityTown: TICHIGAN
County: RACINE
WaterConditions: Very Rough
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Fair
DayofWeek: Wednesday
AccidentCause1: Weather
AccidentCause2: OVERLOADING
AccidentCause3: HAZARDOUS WATERS
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: SINKING
RedactedNarrative:
A STORM CAME UP WHEN OPERATOR & PASSENGER WERE FISHING. WIND CREATED WAVES THAT FLOODED THE BOAT & THE BOAT SANK. BOTH PARTIES STAYED WITH THE BOAT FOR A WHILE.  THEN DECIDED THEY NEEDED TO SWIM TO SHORE. SINCE NO ONE WAS IN AREA TO HELP THEM. ONCE THEY REACHED SHORE THEY WERE TRANSPORTED TO MEDICAL FACILITY FOR TREATMENT OF HYPOTHERMIA.


BARDID: WI-2011-0032
Date: 2011-07-03 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 03:33:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: ANTLER LAKE
NearestCityTown: TOWN OF MILLTOWN
County: POLK
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: None
Visibility: Poor
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Overloading
AccidentCause2: DRUG USE
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: CAPSIZING
AccidentEvent3: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
AROUND MIDNIGHT SIX PEOPLE RODE A SMALL BOAT OUT TO AN ISLAND TO RECREATE. AROUND 3AM ON THEIR RETURN TO THE BOAT OWNER'S CABIN, THE BOAT TOOK ON WATER OVER THE BOW SINCE THE BOAT WAS OVERLOADED. WITH WATER RUSHING OVER THE BOW, THE PASSENGERS PANICKED & THE BOAT ROLLED OVER--CAPSIZED. OPERATOR & PASSENGERS (EXCEPT ONE) STAYED NEAR THE CAPSIZED BOAT. ONE PERSON (VICTIM) SWAM FOR THE SHORE TO GET HELP OR A CANOE TO RETURN TO THE OVERTURNED BOAT. THIS SWIMMER GOT HALF WAY TO THE SHORE & YELLED FOR HELP. TWO PASSENGERS THEN LEFT THE BOAT & SWAM TOWARD THE VICTIM. TWO WITNESSES IN A CANOE REACHED THE VICTIM FIRST & TRANSPORTED HIM TO SHORE WHERE CPR WAS PERFORMED. CPR WAS CONTINUED BY MILLTOWN EMS WHO TRANSPORTED THE VICTIM TO A MEDICAL FACILITY WHERE HE WAS PRONOUNCED DEAD.


BARDID: WI-2011-0033
Date: 2011-07-02 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:00:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: LAKE PUCKAWAY
NearestCityTown: VILLAGE OF MARQUETTE
County: GREEN LAKE
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: UNKNOWN
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentEvent1: Person Departed Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
OPERATOR-VICTIM WAS ON A BOAT WITH FRIEND WHO WAS FISHING. VICTIM WOULD LEAVE THE BOAT TO GO SWIMMING AND RETURN. THE LAST TIME ACCORDING TO THE FRIEND ON THE BOAT, THE VICTIM WENT SWIMMING & CALLED FOR HELP AS THE BOAT WAS DRIFTING AWAY FROM HIM. THE PASSENGER WAS UNABLE TO START THE BOAT MOTOR OR THE TROLLING MOTOR TO MOVE THE BOAT CLOSER TO THE VICTIM-SWIMMER. THE VICTIM-SWIMMER DISAPPEARED BENEATH THE WATER SURFACE & DID NOT REAPPEAR. VICTIM'S BODY WAS FOUND BY MARKESAN WATER RESCUE TEAM ABOUT THREE HOURS AFTER HIS DISAPPEARANCE.


BARDID: WI-2011-0034
Date: 2011-07-03 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:15:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: CAMP LAKE
NearestCityTown: TREVOR
County: KENOSHA
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Operator Inexperience
AccidentCause2: EXCESSIVE SPEED
AccidentCause3: NAVIGATION RULES VIOLATION
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Recreational Vessel
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
RedactedNarrative:
INEXPERIENCED PWC#1 OPERATOR APPROACHED BOAT#2 AT FAIRLY HIGH SPEED & STRUCK BOAT#2 ALMOST HEAD-ON. BOAT#2 HAD ATTEMPTED TO GET PWC OPERATOR ATTENTION. WHEN THAT FAILED-BOAT#2 OPERATOR JUMPED OVERBOARD. PWC OPERATOR & TWO PASSENGERS ON BOAT#2 SUFFERED MINOR INJURIES & WERE TREATED AT NEARBY HOSPITAL.


BARDID: WI-2011-0035
Date: 2011-06-08 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 20:30:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: BROWN'S LAKE
NearestCityTown: BURLINGTON
County: RACINE
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: 0
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Poor
DayofWeek: Wednesday
AccidentCause1: Other
AccidentCause2: Weather
OtherAccidentCause: UNSECURED object
AccidentEvent1: Other
OtherAccidentEvent: boat struck by object
RedactedNarrative:
WHILE UNTYING FROM PUBLIC PIER, TO GET UNDERWAY, A STRONG WIND CAME UP & FLIPPED THE UNSECURED PIER ATOP THE PONTOON BOAT DAMAGING THE DRIVER'S SIDE OF BOAT.


BARDID: WI-2011-0036
Date: 2011-07-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:25:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: BAY OF GREEN BAY
NearestCityTown: BAILEYS HARBOR
County: DOOR
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Monday
AccidentCause1: Navigation Rules Violation
AccidentCause2: OPERATOR INEXPERIENCE
AccidentCause3: EXCESSIVE SPEED
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Recreational Vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person Struck by Vessel
AccidentEvent3: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
2 PWC'S WITH A PASSENGER ABOARD WERE DRIVING AROUND IN CIRCLES IN THE SAME DIRECTION. THEN EACH OTHER TOOK TURNS DRIVING THROUGH THE CENTER OF THE CIRCLE TO JUMP WAVES. AT THE TIME OF INCIDENT THEY BOTH COLLIDED. POST INCIDENT INVESTIGATION DETERMINED ONE PWC HAD COME ACROSS THE CIRCLE AND STRUCK THE OTHER PWC STILL GOING IN THE CIRCLE. PWC#1 FRONT STARBOARD STRUCK PWC#2 PORT SIDE NEAR MID SIDE. THE CONTACT CAUSED PWC#2 REAR PORT SIDE TO ELEVATE & TURN INTO PWC#1 STRIKING THE PWC#1 DRIVER & PASSENGER. BOTH OPERATORS & PASSENGERS WERE EJECTED INTO THE WATER.THE 13 YR OLD MALE DRIVER WAS SERIOUSLY INJURED (UNCONSCIOUS). HE WAS TRANSPORTED TO SHORE BY DNR PATROL BOAT, THEN TO THE MINISTRY DOOR COUNTY MEDICAL CENTER, THEN AIRLIFTED TO ST VINCENT HOSPITAL - GREEN BAY. THE FEMALE PASSENGER ON PWC#1 INJURY WAS FIRST  BELIEVED A BROKEN RIGHT ARM. X RAYS PROVED NEGATIVE SO INJURED PASSENGER WAS TREATED & RELEASED TO HER PARENTS.


BARDID: WI-2011-0037
Date: 2011-07-03 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:40:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: BAY OF GREEN BAY
County: BROWN
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Improper Lookout
AccidentEvent1: Person Ejected from Vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person Struck by Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
PWC #1 OPERATOR WITH NIECE AS PASSENGER WAS FOLLOWING HER HUSBAND WHO HAD A NEPHEW AS PASSENGER ON PWC#2. BOTH PWC'S WERE HEADING NORTH IN SAME DIRECTION. PWC#2 SUDDENLY STOPPED WHEN HE PUT HIS PWC IN REVERSE (TO CREATE A SPRAY). THIS ACTION CAUSED PASSENGER (NEPHEW & OPERATOR TO FALL OFF) NEPHEW SUFFERED HEAD LACERATION FROM HITTING PWC#2 OPERATOR PFD. WHILE IN THE WATER, PWC#1 OPERATOR WAS CONVERSING WITH HER RIDER--NIECE WHEN THE NIECE SHOUTED 'THEY ARE DOWN'. PWC #1 OPERATOR THEN TRIED TO AVOID HUSBAND & NEPHEW BUT WAS UNABLE TO AVOID STRIKING HER HUSBAND AS HE WAS IN THE WATER DIRECTLY AHEAD. AFTER THE CONTACT WITH THE HUSBAND IN THE WATER, PWC #1 OPERATOR DID SUCH A QUICK TURN, THAT SHE & THE NIECE FELL OFF THEIR PWC. PWC#1 OPERATOR--WIFE SWAM TO HER HUSBAND WHO WAS UNCONSCIOUS IN THE WATER. SHE HELD HER HUSBAND'S HEAD OUT OF THE WATER WHILE OTHER WATERCRAFT & PEOPLE SHOWED UP TO ASSIST. INITIAL OFFICER REPORT WAS VERY INCOMPLETE. REPORT OMITTED WATERCRAFT & PERSONAL INFORMATION OF OPERATORS, RIDERS AND INJURIES. SUBSEQUENT OFFICER REPORT PROVIDED MOST OF THE PREVIOUSLY OMITTED INFORMATION. MORE DETAIL DESCRIPTION OF THE INCIDENT WAS PROVIDED BY PWC#1 OPERATOR (WIFE) VIA TELECOM IN NOVEMBER 2011. LATER CONVERSATION WITH PWC#2 OPERATOR - HUSBAND CONFIRMED HE INTENTIONALLY PLACED HIS PWC IN REVERSE WHICH CAUSED HIM & HIS NEPHEW TO FALL OFF PWC#2.


BARDID: WI-2011-0038
Date: 2011-07-03 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:04:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: WOLF RIVER
NearestCityTown: FREMONT
County: WAUPACA
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentCause2: EXCESSIVE SPEED
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Recreational Vessel
AccidentEvent2: CAPSIZING
AccidentEvent3: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
BOAT#2 WITH BOAT#1 FOLLOWING BEHIND, WERE TRAVELING SOUTH BOUND ON RIVER. BOAT#1 SPED UP & PASSED BOAT#2 AT HIGH RATE OF SPEED. THEN JET BOAT#1 OPERATOR MADE A U-TURN AND DROVE DIRECTLY AT BOAT#2. WHEN BOAT#2 OPERATOR SAW BOAT#1 APPROACHING 'HEAD ON' HE VEERED TO THE LEFT IN ATTEMPT TO AVOID THE COLLISION. BOAT#1 SILMULTANEOUSLY THEN VEERED TO HIS RIGHT STRIKING BOAT#2 AMID STARBOARD SIDE & GOING UP & OVER BOAT#2. BOAT#1 OPERATOR & PASSENGER WERE THROWN OVER BOARD WHEN BOAT#1 FLIPPED OVER.  BOAT#1 LANDED IN THE WATER IN UPRIGHT POSITON. BOAT#2 CAPSIZED FROM THE IMPACT BY BOAT#1. BOAT#2 OPERATOR & PASSENGER CLIMBED ATOP OVER TURNED BOAT#2. BOAT#1 OPERATOR WAS SERIOUSLY INJURED & EVENTUALLY MED FLIGHTED TO A HOSPITAL.


BARDID: WI-2011-0039
Date: 2011-07-03 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:17:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: BAY OF GREEN BAY
NearestCityTown: FISH CREEK
County: DOOR
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Operator Inattention
AccidentCause2: Other
OtherAccidentCause: passenger/skier behavior
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
AccidentEvent2: Person Struck by Propeller
RedactedNarrative:
A SEVEN YEAR OLD BOY FROM VIRGINIA SUFFERED A VERY DEEP LACERATION TO HIS LEFT LEG FROM SLIPPING ONTO A BOAT PROPELLER WHEN HE WAS TRYING TO BOARD THE BOAT AFTER HE HAD BEEN KNEE BOARDING. THE INJURED BOY WAS TRANSPORTED TO THE MINISTRY DOOR COUNTY MEDICAL CENTER IN STURGEON BAY FOR EMERGENCY MEDICAL TREATMENT. BOY SUFFERED SEVERE SIX INCH LACERATION IN LOWER LEFT LEG - CUT WAS NEARLY TO THE LEG BONE.


BARDID: WI-2011-0040
Date: 2011-07-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 22:34:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: LAKE WISSOTA
NearestCityTown: CHIPPEWA FALLS
County: CHIPPEWA
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Fair
DayofWeek: Monday
AccidentCause1: Improper Lookout
AccidentCause2: EXCESSIVE SPEED
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Recreational Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
BOTH BOATS WERE HEADING WEST BOUND. BOAT#1 OPERATOR CLAIMS HE CAME UPON AN "UNLIT" PONTOON BOAT#2. BOAT#1 SWUNG TO THE LEFT IN ATTEMPT TO AVOID CONTACT BUT STRUCK THE PONTOON IN THE PORT STERN. THIS ACTION CAUSED BOAT#1 OPERATOR'S BROTHER TO FALL OVERBOARD. BOAT#1 WENT BACK TO PICK-UP PASSENGER-BROTHER FROM THE WATER. AFTER CHECKING WITH EVERYONE ABOARD HIS BOAT (FOR INJURIES) BOAT#1 HEADED IN THE SAME DIRECTION THAT THE PONTOON HAD LEFT THE ACCIDENT SCENE. MINUTES LATER BOAT#1 CAME UPON PONTOON BOAT#2 AT THE WATER EDGE'S RESTRAURANT WHERE EMERGENCY PERSONNEL WERE ARRIVING. BOAT#2 OPERATOR REPORT CLAIMS BOAT#1 STRUCK BOAT#2 AT A HIGH RATE OF SPEED & SPED OFF AFTER THE INCIDENT, ONLY TO RETURN TO #2  PONTOON BOAT'S LOCATION 15 MINUTES LATER AT THE EDGE RESTAURANT WHERE BOAT#2 WAS AWAITING MEDICAL ASSISTANCE FOR AN INJURED PASSENGER. LAW ENFORCEMENT INVESTIGATION COULD NOT VERIFY BOAT#1 OPERATOR'S CLAIM THAT THE PONTOON HAD NO STERN LIGHTS ON. OFFICER REPORT FOUND FAULT WITH BOAT#2 OPERATOR ACTIONS BUT NO CITATION WAS ISSUED PER OFFICER'S REPORT.


BARDID: WI-2011-0041
Date: 2011-07-06 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 10:56:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: CEDAR LAKE
NearestCityTown: TOWN OF SCHLESWIG
County: MANITOWOC
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Wednesday
AccidentCause1: Improper Lookout
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Recreational Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
BOAT#2 WITH SON IN A TUBE WAS IDLING TO BEGIN TOWING TUBE & RIDER AROUND THE LAKE. BOAT#1 APPROACHED FROM HIS DOCK DIRECTLY TOWARD BOAT#2. AS BOAT#1 CAME CLOSER, BOAT#2 OPERATOR WAS CONCERNED & SHOUTED TO BOAT#1 OPERATOR TO GET BACK TO HIS CONTROLS & SLOW HIS BOAT DOWN. BOAT#1 OPERATOR HAD LEFT HIS BOAT CONTROLS CONSOLE & MOVED FORWARD TO THE FRONT OF HIS PONTOON BOAT TO SHOUT AT BOAT#2 THAT IS WAS TOO EARLY TO BE TOWING TUBES ON THE LAKE. AS BOAT#1 APPROACHED CLOSER, BOAT#2 OPERATOR TRIED TO MOVE HIS BOAT OUT OF BOAT#1 HEADING. BOAT#2 OPERATOR'S ACTION WAS TOO LATE. BOAT#1 RIGHT PONTOON PUNCTURED BOAT#2 IN THE STARBOARD SIDE. AFTER SOME VOCAL EXCHANGES, BOAT#1 OPERATOR LEFT THE AREA TO HIS DOCK AND BOAT#2 RETURNED HIS BOAT TO THE BOAT OWNER'S DOCK.THE DAMAGE TO BOAT#2 EXCEEDED $3000 PER BOAT#2 OPERATOR.


BARDID: WI-2011-0042
Date: 2011-07-06 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:55:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: BAY OF STURGEON BAY
NearestCityTown: STURGEON BAY
County: DOOR
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Wednesday
AccidentCause1: Operator Inexperience
AccidentCause2: OPERATOR INATTENTION
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
RedactedNarrative:
BOAT OPERATOR WAS HEADED SOUTHBOUND TO GET FUEL AT STURGEON BAY. OPERATOR DID NOT NOTICE THE SHALLOW WATER WARNING BUOY & MISREAD GREEN CHANNEL BUOY #21. RESULT WAS BOAT GROUNDING ON DUNLOP'S REEF. NO INJURIES - DAMAGE REPAIR ESTIMATE APROX. $10,000.


BARDID: WI-2011-0043
Date: 2011-07-06 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 01:12:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: LAKE MICHIGAN
NearestCityTown: MILWAUKEE
County: MILWAUKEE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: None
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Wednesday
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentCause2: OPERATOR INATTENTION
AccidentCause3: OPERATOR INEXPERIENCE
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Fixed Object
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
OPERATOR WITH THREE PASSENGERS LEFT MILWAUKEE HARBOR THROUGH THE BREAK WALL MAIN GAP. BOAT CRUISED AROUND LAKE MICHIGAN FOR AWHILE. UPON RETURN TO MILWAUKEE THE BOAT STRUCK THE BREAK WALL HALF MILE SOUTH OF THE MAIN GAP. AFTER IMPACT THE BOAT DROPPED DOWN INTO THE WATER WITH STERN ON LAKE BOTTOM & BOW ABOVE WATER SURFACE RESTING ON BREAKWALL. OPERATOR & PASSENGERS WERE EJECTED FROM THE IMPACT INTO THE WATER. THREE PASSENGERS WERE RESCUED FROM THE BREAK WALL. THE BOAT OPERATOR-VICTIM WAS FOUND LATER AROUND NOON THE SAME DAY FLOATING NEARBY.


BARDID: WI-2011-0044
Date: 2011-07-03 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:00:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: LONG LAKE
NearestCityTown: TOWN OF LONG LAKE
County: WASHBURN
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Excessive Speed
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Recreational Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
WHILE INBOARD MOTOR BOAT#1 WITH 7 PEOPLE ABOARD WAS SLOWLY APPROACHING A BEACH, PWC#2 OPERATOR APPROACHED BOAT#1 FROM BEHIND AND IN AN ATTEMPT TO SPRAY BOAT#1. PWC OPERATOR MISS-JUDGED HER SPEED AND ANGLE OF APPROACH AND COLLIDED WITH BOAT#1 CAUSING $2800 DAMAGE TO BOAT#1 & SLIGHT DAMAGE TO THE PWC.


BARDID: WI-2011-0045
Date: 2011-07-02 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:00:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: LAKE WISCONSIN
County: COLUMBIA
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Missing or Inadequate Navigation Aids
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Submerged Object
RedactedNarrative:
BOAT STRUCK SUBMERGED METAL PIER SECTIONS WHEN BOAT APPROACHED DOCK AT IDLE SPEED CAUSING 'REPORTABLE' DAMAGE TO BOAT.


BARDID: WI-2011-0046
Date: 2011-07-02 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:00:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: NAGAWICKA LAKE
NearestCityTown: DELAFIELD
County: WAUKESHA
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Force of Wave/wake
AccidentEvent1: Skier Mishap
RedactedNarrative:
BOAT WITH 9 PERSONS ABOARD WAS PROVIDING TOWS IN A 2 PERSON TUBE AROUND THE LAKE. IN ONE INSTANCE THE TUBE STRUCK A WAVE & THE RIDERS WERE TOSSED OVERBOARD. THE INJURED RIDER STRUCK THE KNEE OF THE OTHER TUBE RIDER WHEN THEY WERE TOSSED OFF THE TUBE. THE HEAD INJURY EFFECT DID NOT APPEAR UNTIL AN HOUR LATER WHEN THE INJURED RIDER WAS SWIMMING TOWARD SHORE. HE WAS STRUGGLING AND NEEDED TO BE ASSISTED TO SHORE, WHERE HE BEGAN COUGHING UP LAKE WATER. LAKE COUNTRY FIRE DEPT PERSONNEL ARRIVED & TRANSPORTED THE INJURED TO A AREA HOSPITAL.


BARDID: WI-2011-0047
Date: 2011-07-03 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:00:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: BIG ROUND LAKE
NearestCityTown: LUCK
County: POLK
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: None
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Operator Inexperience
AccidentCause2: EXCESSIVE SPEED
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
RedactedNarrative:
THREE YOUNG GIRLS WERE RIDING PWC AFTER THEY FINISHED TUBE RIDING. WHILE HEADING TOWARD A FAMILY PONTOON BOAT, THE THIRD PASSENGER FELL OFF THE PWC WHILE HOLDING THE TUBE TOW ROPE AROUND HER RIGHT SHOULDER, SITTING BACKWARDS AND TRYING TO HOLD ONTO THE PWC RACK. THE OPERATOR ACCELERATED THE PWC. THIS ACTION CAUSED THE THIRD PASSENGER TO FALL OFF WHICH FORCED THE ROPE TO SLIP DOWN HER ARM TO THE BICEPS AREA, THE ROPE FORCEFULLY TIGHTENED AND CIRCUMSIZED--NEARLY AMPUTATED THE RIGHT ARM.


BARDID: WI-2011-0048
Date: 2011-07-06 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 22:22:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: LAKE MICHIGAN
NearestCityTown: PORT WASHINGTON
County: OZAUKEE
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Fair
DayofWeek: Wednesday
AccidentCause1: Excessive Speed
AccidentCause2: OPERATOR INATTENTION
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Fixed Object
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
BOAT WITH 3 PERSONS ABOARD WAS RETURNING FROM FISHING ON LAKE MICHIGAN. BOAT OPERATOR STATES HE WAS PASSING ANOTHER FISHING BOAT & STRUCK THE UNLIT HARBOR BREAK WALL. OFFICER INVESTIGATION DETERMINED OPERATOR WAS CARELESS IN SPEEDING PAST THE BOATS AHEAD OF HIS & MISJUDGED THE LOCATION OF HARBOR BREAKWALL.  One occupant was ejected and others were thrown in the boat.


BARDID: WI-2011-0050
Date: 2011-07-12 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:30:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: LAKE ALTOONA
NearestCityTown: ALTOONA
County: EAU CLAIRE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Tuesday
AccidentCause1: Other
OtherAccidentCause: passenger/skier behavior
AccidentEvent1: Skier Mishap
RedactedNarrative:
DURING A PRACTICE AS A GROUP OF 15 SKIERS APPROACHED THE SHOW STAGE NEAR SHORE, ONE SKIER FELL & HIT HER HEAD ON A FELLOW SKIER'S SKI. THIS CAUSED THE FELLOW SKIER TO FALL ON TOP OF THE FALLEN SKIER'S HEAD. THE INJURED SKIER EXPERIENCED PERIODS OF UNCONCIOUSNESS. EMS WERE CALLED & TRANSPORTED INJURED SKIER TO A LOCAL HOSPITAL. DIAGNOSIS WAS THE SKIER SUFFERED A SLIGHT CONCUSSION.


BARDID: WI-2011-0051
Date: 2011-07-13 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:01:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: GENEVA LAKE
NearestCityTown: LAKE GENEVA
County: WALWORTH
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Wednesday
AccidentCause1: Other
OtherAccidentCause: passenger/skier behavior
AccidentEvent1: Person Departed Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
3 PERSONS WERE ABOARD A DRIFTING BOAT. ONE PASSENGER LEFT BOAT TO SWIM WITHOUT A PFD. SOON AFTER THE OTHER PASSENGERS NOTICED THE SWIMMER STRUGGLING IN THE WATER. THEN BOTH REMAINING PASSENGERS LEFT THE BOAT WITHOUT PFD, AND SWAM TO THE STRUGGLING SWIMMER. BOTH ARRIVED AT THE STRUGGLING SWIMMER & KEPT HIS HEAD ABOVE WATER. ONE STAYED WITH THE STRUGGLING SWIMMER WHILE THE OTHER (VICTIM) SWAM FOR THE DRIFTING BOAT. A SHORT TIME LATER STRUGGLING SWIMMER & COMPANION WERE RESCUED BY A PASSING BOAT WHICH TOOK THEM BACK TO THEIR BOAT. THAT IS WHEN THE PERSON (VICTIM) SWIMMING TO THE DRIFTING BOAT WAS NOT FOUND ABOARD & MISSING. RESCUED BOAT OPERATOR & PASSENGER DROVE THE BOAT TO THE LAKE GENEVA COUNTRY CLUB TO CALL EMERGENCY. WITHIN AN HOUR A DIVE RESCUE TEAM RECOVERED THE VICTIM FROM THE BOTTOM OF LAKE. VICTIM WAS TRANSPORTED BY FLIGHT FOR LIFE TO MILWAUKEE HOSPIAL WHERE HE WAS PRONOUNCED DECEASED.


BARDID: WI-2011-0052
Date: 2011-07-13 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 21:38:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: ANDERSON LAKE
NearestCityTown: TOWN OF MOUNTAIN
County: OCONTO
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: None
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Wednesday
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentCause2: People on Gunwale, Bow, or Transom
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
AccidentEvent2: Person Struck by Propeller
RedactedNarrative:
THREE WOMEN ABOARD PONTOON RETURNING FROM  WENDT'S LAKESIDE SUPPER CLUB. WHEN THE PASSENGER- VICTIM WALKED TOWARD FRONT OF BOAT & FELL OVERBOARD. BOAT OPERATOR TURNED MOTOR OFF& PLACED BOAT MOTOR INTO NEUTRAL. OPERATOR THEN REMOVED HER PANTS & DOVE UNDER BOAT TO LOCATE VICTIM. VICTIM'S SWEATSHIRT WAS ENTANGLED IN THE PONTOON MOTOR PROPELLER. BOAT OPERATOR TRIED TO KEEP VICTIM'S HEAD ABOVE WATER. PASSENGER CALL TO 911 FAILED. PASSENGER CALLED PREVIOUS PASSENGER LOCATED AT THE SUPPER CLUB. PREVIOUS PASSENGER & FRIEND WENT LOOKING FOR PONTOON & FRIENDS ON LAKE. (ASSISTING PONTOON OPERATOR ASSISTED IN REMOVING VICTIM & TRANSPORTING VICTIM TO LANDING WHERE COUNTY OFFICER & EMT WERE LOCATED. VICTIM WITHOUT PULSE OR BREATHING WAS TRANSPORTED TO HOSPITAL. COUNTY CORONER DETERMINED VICTIM'S DEATH WAS DUE TO SEVERE TRAUMA-INJURY & DROWNING.


BARDID: WI-2011-0053
Date: 2011-07-17 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:48:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: WOLF RIVER
NearestCityTown: NEOPITI
County: MENOMINEE
WaterConditions: Very Rough
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Hazardous Waters
AccidentCause2: OPERATOR INEXPERIENCE
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Fixed Object
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
RAFT WITH TWO PERSONS ABOARD REACHED THE SULLIVAN FALLS. RAFT STRUCK A ROCK JUST BEFORE GOING OVER THE FALLS. THIS ACTION EJECTED ONE RIDER WHO SUFFERED A FRACTURED ANKLE WHEN HE WENT OVER THE FALLS WITHOUT BEING ABOARD THE RAFT.


BARDID: WI-2011-0054
Date: 2011-07-18 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:42:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: SPRING LAKE - LEGEND LAKE CHAI
NearestCityTown: TOWN OF KESHENA
County: MENOMINEE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: None
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Monday
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentEvent1: Person Departed Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
VICTIM WAS OPERATOR DRIVING A PONTOON BOAT WITH THREE FAMILY MEMBERS ABOARD, FROM MAIN LAKE TO SPRING LAKE OF THE LEGEND LAKE CHAIN. AFTER ARRIVING AT TOMOW'S BAY ON LEGEND LAKE, OPERATOR STOPPED THE MOTOR. BOAT WAS DRIFTING SLOWLY. THE OPERATOR, HIS BROTHER-IN-LAW, AND HIS NIECE WENT SWIMMING--DIVING FROM THE FRONT OF THE PONTOON BOAT. BROTHER IN-LAW, AND NIECE SWAM BACK TO THE SWIM PLATFORM AT THE BACK OF PONTOON BOAT. BOAT OPERATOR'S SON HAD REMAINED ABOARD. WHEN THE TWO SWIMMERS RETURNED TO DECK OF THE PONTOON, THEY NOTICED OPERATOR-VICTIM WAS NOT SEEN ON BOAT OR IN THE WATER. BROTHER-IN LAW MADE NUMEROUS ATTEMPTS TO LOCATE THE VICTIM WHILE HIS DAUGHTER CALLED 911. TWO DIVE TEAMS & OTHER LAW ENFORCEMENT ARRIVED & CONDUCTED SEARCH EFFORTS UNTIL DUSK. VICTIM'S BODY WAS FOUND EARLY THE NEXT MORNING FLOATING ON SURFACE OF THE LAKE. CORONER PRONOUNCED DEATH DUE TO ACCIDENTAL DROWNING.


BARDID: WI-2011-0055
Date: 2011-06-22 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 23:50:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: SQUIRREL LAKE
NearestCityTown: MINOCQUA
County: ONEIDA
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Fair
DayofWeek: Wednesday
AccidentCause1: Weather
AccidentCause2: Restricted Vision
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
RedactedNarrative:
BOAT OPERATOR HEADED NORTH FROM HIS CABIN ON SQUIRREL LAKE & TRAVELED NORTH AROUND THE WEST SIDE OF THE ISLAND. AFTER TRAVELING NORTH OF THE ISLAND FOR AWHILE, OPERATOR THEN TURNED SOUTH & TRAVELED ON THE EAST SIDE OF THE ISLAND TOWARDS HIS CABIN. BOAT WAS TRAVELING ABOUT 40 MPH & DUE TO LIMITED VISIBILITY, BOAT OPERATOR MISJUDGED WHERE TIP OF THE ISLAND WAS LOCATED AND GROUNDED THE BOAT.


BARDID: WI-2011-0056
Date: 2011-07-08 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:40:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: LAUDERDALE LAKES (GREEN LAKE)
NearestCityTown: TOWN OF LAGRANGE
County: WALWORTH
WaterConditions: Choppy
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Operator Inattention
AccidentEvent1: Fall in vessel
RedactedNarrative:
A BOAT WITH SEVEN ABOARD WAS TOWING AN UNOCCUPIED TUBE WHILE CRUSING BACK TO THE DOCK AFTER A DAY OF TUBING. WITHOUT WARNING THE TUBE TOW ROPE CONNECTION AT THE TOP CENTER CLEAT ON THE BOAT RELEASED AND TEN YEAR OLD PASSENGER WHO HAD HIS FOOT ATOP THE TOW ROPE BECAME WRAPPED AROUND HIS LEGS. PASSENGER SUFFERED A DISLOCATION & SEVERE LEG BURNS WHEN THE ROPE RELEASED FROM ITS CONNECTION ON THE BOAT. THE INCREASED TENSION OF THE TOWED TUBE DRAGGING IN THE WATER TIGHTENED THE ROPE AROUND THE PASSENGER'S LEG & PULLING THE PASSENGER BACK TO THE MOST REAR SEAT. CAUSING THE INJURY TO HIS LEG.
A PASSING BOAT PATROL BOAT WAS FLAGGED DOWN, AND QUICK FIRST AID WAS ADMINISTERED. THE INJURED PASSENGER WAS TRANSPORTED TO THE STERLING WORTH BOAT LAUNCH WHERE HIS MOTHER TRANSPORTED HIM TO MERCY HOSPITAL. THE INJURED WAS LATER CONVEYED TO MILWAUKEE CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL. INJURED 1O YEAR OLD WAS TREATED & RELEASED AFTER A THREE DAY STAY.


BARDID: WI-2011-0057
Date: 2011-07-02 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:00:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: POWERS LAKE
NearestCityTown: POWERS LAKE
County: KENOSHA
WaterConditions: Choppy
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Other
OtherAccidentCause: passenger/skier behavior
AccidentEvent1: Skier Mishap
RedactedNarrative:
BOAT WAS TOWING ONE WAKEBOARDER. ON THE SECOND RUN ON THE LAKE THE WAKE BOARDER FELL FRACTURING HIS LEG.


BARDID: WI-2011-0058
Date: 2011-07-02 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:42:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: CASTLE ROCK LAKE
NearestCityTown: NEW LISBON
County: JUNEAU
WaterConditions: Rough
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Excessive Speed
AccidentCause2: HAZARDOUS WATERS
AccidentEvent1: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
BOAT WAS HEADED SOUTH EAST ON CASTLE ROCK LAKE. THE BOAT WAS TRAVELING 50 TO 60 MPH AND STRUCK A WAVE WHICH CAUSED THE BOAT TO GO AIRBORNE. BOAT OPERATOR & ALL 3 PASSENGERS WERE EJECTED WHEN THE BOAT TURNED ON ITS STARBOARD SIDE WHEN IT LANDED ONTO THE WATER SURFACE. TWO PASSENGERS WERE INJURED & REQUIRED MEDICAL TREATMENT.


BARDID: WI-2011-0059
Date: 2011-07-17 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:00:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: FOX RIVER
NearestCityTown: OSHKOSH
County: WINNEBAGO
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Restricted Vision
AccidentCause2: IMPROPER LOOKOUT
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Recreational Vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person Struck by Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
BOAT#1 WAS FOLLOWING BOAT#2. BOAT#2 SLOWED DOWN AS IT APPROACHED A 'SLOW NO WAKE' SPEED AREA. BOAT#1 OPERATOR DID NOT RECOGNIZE OR SEE BOAT#2 DECREASE SPEED DUE TO HIS SON SITTING IN THE BOW & OBSTRUCTING BOAT#1 OPERATOR VIEW. BOAT #1 STRUCK BOAT#2 IN THE STERN & RODE UP ONTO BOAT#2 STRIKING BOAT#2 OPERATOR & BREAKING THE WINDSHIELD.  NO INJURIES WERE REPORTED TO NEED MORE THAN FIRST AID TREATMENT.


BARDID: WI-2011-0061
Date: 2011-07-22 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 21:44:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: CHIPPEWA RIVER
NearestCityTown: LAKE HALLIE
County: CHIPPEWA
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Recreational Vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person Struck by Vessel
AccidentEvent3: Fall in vessel
RedactedNarrative:
PRELIMINARY FINDING: BOTH BOATS WERE OPERATING AT PLANING SPEED (BOTH THROTTLES WERE FOUND ALL THE WAY FORWARD. THE DIRECTION OF MOVEMENT IS UNKNOWN AT THIS TIME. IT IS PRESUMED BOAT#1 PORT SIDE WAS STRUCK BY THE FORWARD PORTION OF BOAT#2 DUE TO THE DAMAGED FORWARD 1/3 PORTION OF BOAT#2 AND WITH THE FRONT RIGHT CORNER OF BOAT#2 CURLED UP & BACKWARD. BOAT#1 PASSENGER WAS INJURED & THE OPERATOR WAS KILLED. BOAT#2 OPERATOR WAS SLIGHTLY INJURED AS WAS ONE PASSENGER. THREE PASSENGERS ON BOAT#2 WERE KILLED BY THE IMPACT. WAITING FOR SUBMITTAL OF THE ACCIDENT RE-CONSTRUCTION REPORT


BARDID: WI-2011-0063
Date: 2011-07-17 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:16:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: BLACK RIVER
NearestCityTown: LACROSSE
County: LACROSSE
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: 0
Wind: None
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Sharp Turn
AccidentEvent1: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
PWC OPERATOR & PASSENGER FELL OFF WHEN PWC OPERATOR WAS MAKING A SHARP TURN. OPERATOR WAS INJURED FROM LANDING IN THE WATER AND THEN PASSENGER LANDING ON TOP OF THE OPERATOR. OPERATOR HAD SEVERAL RIBS DISLOCATED FROM THE CARTILAGE.


BARDID: WI-2011-0064
Date: 2011-07-31 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:47:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: HULTMAN LAKE
NearestCityTown: TOWN OF HILL
County: PRICE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Sudden Medical Condition
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
RedactedNarrative:
VICTIM WAS OBSERVED FISHING ALONE. WITNESSES LATER HEARD VICTIM YELLING FOR HELP & VICTIM WAS OBSERVED IN THE WATER NEXT TO THE ANCHORED ROWBOAT. WHEN ASSISTANCE ARRIVED, VICTIM WAS FOUND FLOATING FACE DOWN, NOT BREATHING & NON RESPONSIVE. VICTIM WAS LOADED ONTO BOAT & TAKEN TO THE PIER LOCATED AT N739 PARK DRIVE. CORONER ARRIVED AT SCENE & DECLARED VICTIM DECEASED. THE AUTOPSY DETERMINED THE VICTIM DIED FROM CONGESTIVE HEART FAILURE -- NOT DROWNING. EVALUATION OF WITNESS REPORTS, SCENE DESCRIPTION & EVALUATION, & CORONER REPORT (DETERMINED VICTIM DIED FROM CARDIAC ARREST). CAUSE OF DEATH WAS ATTRIBUTED TO CARDIAC ARREST DUE FROM CONGESTIVE HEART FAILURE BROUGHT ON FROM FALLING OVERBOARD, AND PANIC??.


BARDID: WI-2011-0065
Date: 2011-07-24 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:30:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: LAKE KOSHKONONG
NearestCityTown: EDGERTON
County: JEFFERSON
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentCause2: Other
OtherAccidentCause: passenger/skier behavior
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
RedactedNarrative:
PWC OPERATOR WAS ACCELERATING FROM DOCK AREA WHILE TWO ADULTS WERE ON THE TUBE. IMMEDIATEDLY ONE RIDER (INJURED) YELLED TO PWC OPERATOR TO STOP. SOMEHOW THE TOW ROPE U-BOLT CONNECTING THE ROPE TO THE TUBE WAS PULLED INTO THE LOWER RIGHT LEG OF THE RIDER. INJURED RIDER WAS TAKEN TO DOCK WHERE TOW ROPE WAS CUT TO REMOVE IT FROM RIDER'S INJURED LEG. 911 WAS CALLED AND INJURED RIDER WAS TRANSPORTED TO MERCY HOSPITAL IN JANESVILLE FOR TREATMENT OF A SEVERE LACERATION.


BARDID: WI-2011-0066
Date: 2011-07-23 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:12:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: BAY OF GREEN BAY
NearestCityTown: LITTLE SUAMICO
County: OCONTO
WaterConditions: Very Rough
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Hazardous Waters
AccidentCause2: Weather
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: CAPSIZING
AccidentEvent3: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
OPERATOR & PASSENGER WERE FISHING IN BOAT DRIFTING NORTH. A SIGNIFICANT WAVE SPUN THE BOAT AROUND & WHILE BOAT WAS DRIFTING SOUTH WATER BEGAN TO CASCADE OVER THE LOW TRANSOM. BILGE PUMP WAS UNABLE TO KEEP UP WITH AMOUNT OF WATER COMING INTO THE BOAT. ANOTHER BOAT CAME TO HELP & CALLED 911. BUT BOAT WAS UNABLE TO FOLLOW DISABLED BOAT DUE TO ROUGH CONDITIONS. WHEN DNR & US COAST GUARD ARRIVED THE BOAT CAPSIZED. OPERATOR & PASSENGER BOARDED DNR BOAT FOR SAFETY & TRANSPORT TO GENO'S BEACH. BOAT WAS LATER RECOVERED BUT WAS DEEMED COMPLETE LOSS WITH FISHING GEAR ALSO LOST.


BARDID: WI-2011-0068
Date: 2011-07-27 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:00:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: LAKE ALTOONA
NearestCityTown: ALTOONA
County: EAU CLAIRE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: None
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Wednesday
AccidentCause1: Other
OtherAccidentCause: passenger/skier behavior
AccidentEvent1: Skier Mishap
RedactedNarrative:
PRE BUILT PYRAMID WAS LEAVING DOCK. ONE TOP PYRAMID GIRL DROPPED HER ROPE. THIS ROPE GOT WRAPPED AROUND INJURED MAN'S HEAD WHILE HE WAS STANDING ON THE DOCK. THE INJURED PARTY GOT PULLED A DISTANCE OF AT LEAST 30 YARDS IN THE WATER BY THE TOW ROPE WRAPPED AROUND HIS HEAD. MAN SUFFERED SEVERAL LACERATIONS AROUND HEAD AND FACE. LOCAL EMT'S TRANSPORTED INJURED MAN TO THE LOCAL HOSPITAL.


BARDID: WI-2011-0069
Date: 2011-07-29 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:10:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: MANITOWISH LAKE
NearestCityTown: MANITOWISH WATERS, TOWN OF
County: VILAS
WaterConditions: UNKNOWN
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Navigation Rules Violation
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Recreational Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
OPEN MOTORBOAT#2 WITH FOUR OCCUPANTS WAS HEADING NORTH TOWING A SKIER FROM THE SOUTH SHORE. CABIN BOAT#2 WAS TRAVELING EAST ABOUT 300 FEET FROM THE SOUTH SHORE WHEN BOAT#1 STRUCK BOAT#2 IN THE PORT STERN CAUSING DAMAGE. BOAT#1 OPERATOR WAS CITED FOR FAILING TO YIELD THE RIGHT OF WAY.


BARDID: WI-2011-0070
Date: 2011-07-31 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:10:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: TICHIGAN LAKE
NearestCityTown: TOWN OF WATERFORD
County: RACINE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Excessive Speed
AccidentCause2: IMPROPER LOOKOUT
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Recreational Vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person Struck by Vessel
AccidentEvent3: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
BOAT#1 WAS FOLLOWING A PONTOON BOAT- BOTH HEADING SOUTH. PONTOON BOAT TURNED TO THE RIGHT OUT INTO LAKE TO AVOID HITTING AN ANCHORED BOAT#2. BOAT#2 OCCUPANTS WERE FISHING. DUE TO HIS BOAT1's SPEED & RESTRICTED VISION (BOW SITTING PASSENGERS), V1 STRUCK ANCHORED BOAT#2 IN THE STERN. BOAT#1 RODE UP OVER THE STERN STRIKING BOAT#2 OPERATOR & KNOCKING BOAT#2 OPERATOR OVER BOARD. ONE PASSENGER ON BOAT#1 FELL FORWARD & ONTO BOAT#2 FROM THE COLLISION. MINOR INJURIES SUFFERED BY BOAT#2 OPERATOR & BOAT#1 PASSENGER THAT FELL INTO BOAT#2. INJURIES DID NOT REQUIRE TREATMENT BEYOND FIRST AID.


BARDID: WI-2011-0071
Date: 2011-07-19 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:30:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: GENEVA LAKE
NearestCityTown: WILLIAMS BAY
County: WALWORTH
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Tuesday
AccidentCause1: Other
AccidentCause2: OPERATOR INEXPERIENCE
OtherAccidentCause: passenger/skier behavior
AccidentEvent1: Person Struck by Propeller
RedactedNarrative:
BOAT OPERATOR STATED HE WAS TOWING A TUBE. Tuber FELL OFF THE TUBE. OPERATOR TURNED AROUND TO PICK UP THE FALLEN TUBE RIDER. FALLEN RIDER WAS MOVING FROM THE RIGHT STERN SIDE OF BOAT TO THE LEFT STERN SIDE OF BOAT WHEN HIS LEG WAS STRUCK BY THE PROPELLER. VICTIM WAS TRANSPORTED TO AND TREATED AT MEDICAL FACILITY FOR LACERATION TO HIS LEG.


BARDID: WI-2011-0073
Date: 2011-06-05 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:30:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: GENEVA LAKE
NearestCityTown: LAKE GENEVA
County: WALWORTH
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Operator Inexperience
AccidentCause2: OPERATOR INATTENTION
AccidentEvent1: Person Struck by Propeller
RedactedNarrative:
PASSENGERS OF RENTED BOAT WERE SWIMMING AROUND DRIFTING BOAT. OPERATOR OF RENTED BOAT BECAME CONCERNED THE BOAT WAS DRIFTING TOWARD ROCKY SHORE. OPERATOR STARTED ENGINE TO MOVE TO A DIFFERENT LOCATION. SWIMMER NEAR THE STERN OF BOAT SCREAMED LOUDLY IN PAIN. SWIMMER'S FOOT WAS INJURED BY BOAT PROPELLER. INJURED SWIMMER WAS TRANSPORTED TO MERCY HOSPITAL BY PARATECH UNIT#120 FOR TREATMENT.


BARDID: WI-2011-0074
Date: 2011-07-10 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:45:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: GENEVA LAKE
NearestCityTown: LAKE GENEVA
County: WALWORTH
WaterConditions: Rough
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Improper Lookout
AccidentCause2: OPERATOR INEXPERIENCE
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Recreational Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
BOTH OPERATORS OF RENTED PWC'S STATED THEY WERE OUT CRUISING AROUND WHEN THEY 'LOST CONTROL' & ONE PWC STRUCK THE OTHER PWC AMID THE STARBOARD SIDE CAUSING $3500 IN DAMAGE.


BARDID: WI-2011-0075
Date: 2011-08-14 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:30:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: WOLF RIVER
NearestCityTown: FREMONT
County: WINNEBAGO
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Fair
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Improper Lookout
AccidentCause2: SHARP TURN
AccidentCause3: OPERATOR INEXPERIENCE
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Recreational Vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
PWC#1 WITH ONE PASSENGER WAS HEADING DOWN RIVER WHILE PWC#2 WAS FOLLOWING & JUMPING PWC#1 WAKES. PWC#1 MADE A SHARP LEFT TURN (TO PORT) AND SLOWED TO NEARLY A STOP WHEN PWC#2 STRUCK PWC#1 IN THE PORT FRONTSIDE, GOING UP & OVER PWC#1 HANDLE BAR & COWLING. PWC#1 PASSENGER FELL OFF & OPERATOR NEARLY FELL OFF FROM THE IMPACT. NO INJURIES REPORTED. PWC#1 WAS NOT FUNCTIONING AFTER THE COLLISION & WAS TOWED BACK TO OWNER'S DOCK BY PWC#2. BOTH PWC'S WERE SEVERELY DAMAGED TO THE POINT THAT INSURANCE COMPANY DECLARED PWC#1 A TOTAL LOSS.


BARDID: WI-2011-0076
Date: 2011-08-20 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:58:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: DILLY LAKE
NearestCityTown: TOWN OF TREGO
County: WASHBURN
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: None
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Improper Loading
AccidentCause2: Alcohol
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
AccidentEvent2: CAPSIZING
AccidentEvent3: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
VICTIM & GIRLFRIEND WERE FISHING. VICTIM STOOD UP IN BACK OF BOAT TO URINATE. VICTIM LOST BALANCE & FELL OVERBOARD CAUSING BOAT TO TIP & PASSENGER-GIRL FRIEND TO FALL OVERBOARD. BOAT FILLED WITH WATER & WAS 3/4 FILLED WITH WATER. VICTIM & PASSENGER ATTEMPTED TO SWIM TO SHORE. WHILE SWIMMING, VICTIM BECAME DISTRESSED & WENT UNDER THE SURFACE. PASSENGER-GIRL FRIEND SWAM TO VICTIM & ATTEMPTED TO HOLD VICTIM'S HEAD ABOVE THE WATER. A PONTOON BOAT CAME BY TO ASSIST IN RESCUE EFFORT. THE PASSENGER-GIRL FRIEND & TWO PERSONS ON THE PONTOON WERE ABLE TO GET THE VICTIM ONTO THE PONTOON BOAT. CPR WAS INITIATED & CONTINUED UNTIL PONTOON BOAT REACHED DILLY LAKE BOAT LANDING. GROUP CONTINUED CPR UNTIL AMBULANCE ARRIVED. VICTIM WAS TRANSPORTED TO SPOONER HOSPITAL WHERE VICTIM WAS PRONOUNCED DECEASED.


BARDID: WI-2011-0077
Date: 2011-07-29 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:00:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: OKAUCHEE LAKE
NearestCityTown: OKAUCHEE
County: OCONOMOWOC
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Other
OtherAccidentCause: passenger/skier behavior
AccidentEvent1: Skier Mishap
RedactedNarrative:
WAKEBOARDER'S ARM GOT CAUGHT IN THE TOW ROPE WHEN HE FELL. X RAYS FOUND NO BROKEN BONES. WAKE BOARDER SUFFERED LACERATIONS & ABRASIONS TO THIS ARM.


BARDID: WI-2011-0078
Date: 2011-07-24 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:05:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: ST CROIX RIVER
NearestCityTown: PRESCOTT
County: PIERCE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Operator Inattention
AccidentCause2: IMPROPER LOOKOUT
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Fixed Object
RedactedNarrative:
BOAT WAS TRAVELING DOWNSTREAM WHEN OPERATOR ATTEMPTED TO CROSS UNDERNEATH RAILROAD BRIDGE. OPERATOR THOUGHT HE HAD SUFFICIENT SPACE TO PASS UNDERNEATH BUT DID NOT. BIMINI TOP & MARINE BAND ATTENNAES WERE DAMAGED WHEN THEY STRUCK THE UNDERSIDE OF BRIDGE.


BARDID: WI-2011-0079
Date: 2011-08-13 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:00:00
State: WI
NameOfBodyOfWater: ST CROIX RIVER
NearestCityTown: NORTH HUDSON
County: ST CROIX
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Fair
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Machinery Failure
AccidentCause2: Weather
MachineryFailure: Engine
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Fixed Object
RedactedNarrative:
OPERATOR STATED HE WAS TRAVELING SOUTH ON THE RIVER WHEN THE PORT ENGINE FAILED. OPERATOR WAS ATTEMPTING TO CORRECT FOR THE LOSS OF PORT ENGINE, BUT THE BOAT TURNED EAST & IMPACTED A DOCK AT APROX 5 MPH. MINIMAL DAMAGE TO HOUSEBOAT, DAMAGE TO DOCK POST IS OVER 'REPORTABLE' CRITERIA. DOCK DAMAGE REPAIR COST = $2980.


