# ReleasableAccidentes

BARDID: NV-2019-0004
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2019-05-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:05:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Mead
NearestCityorTown: Boulder City
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/swamping
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Improper lookout
AccidentCause3: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
May 4, 2019
     On Saturday, May 4, 2019 I, Game Warden, was starting my day patrolling Lake Mead aboard my Patrol Vessel in Hemenway Harbor, Lake Mead.  At approximately 1205hrs, I received a call from the National Park Service (NPS) Dispatch requesting assistance with a 911 call they received.  A vessel near Hatchery Cove in the Las Vegas Bay of Lake Mead had struck a rock and was taking on water with 7 aboard.  I informed NPS and the Nevada Department of Wildlife (NDOW) Dispatchers that I would be enroute.  Game Warden was monitoring the radio channel and informed dispatch that he too would be enroute.  

     At approximately 1215hrs I arrived on scene and observed a black Yamaha vessel with 7 aboard.  The operator informed me there were no injuries, and I observed the vessel taking on water up to the floorboards.  Shortly thereafter, Tow Boat USA and Officer arrived and tied alongside and started preparing a water pump to remove the water in the vessel, so it may be towed back to the marina.   

     I had all 6 passengers embark my vessel and took down their contact information.  I asked Operator what happened, and he informed me he was cruising at approximately 20-25mph and traveled from the main basin between the two islands and had struck ground.  He immediately turned the vessel off and had drifted into the current cove (Hatchery Cove) and called for assistance.  I asked Operator how much alcohol he consumed that day and he stated he had just got out on the water and had only consumed a half of a small can of an alcoholic beverage.  I conducted HGN (Horizonal Gaze Nystagmus) on Operator and saw no signs of impairment.

     At approximately 1431hrs, I arrived at Lake Mead Marina where the vessel had been towed and was now up on a HydroHoist boat lift.  I observed a long gouge and puncture in the fiberglass on the starboard side hull.  There was also a through fitting that had been sheered off, most likely the cause of the water entering the hull and swamping the vessel.  I photographed the vessel and cleared.


May 6, 2019
     On Monday, May 6, 2019, I called the mechanics at Lake Mead Marina and they stated the vessel was being repaired at Marine Center of Las Vegas.  I contacted Lake Mead Marina and they informed me they thought both engines were going to need to be replaced and a ballpark figure for repairs was around $10000.


BARDID: NV-2019-0005
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2019-05-18 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:40:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Colorado River
NearestCityorTown: Laughlin
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Navigation rules violation
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
On 05/18/19, I Game Warden was patrolling the Colorado River below Davis Dam and arrived on scene of a vessel accident between two personal watercrafts (PWC). Upon investigation of the PWC damages and witness statements, the two PWCs were headed in opposite directions prior to collision. 

Vessel 1 was travelling up river and Vessel 2  was travelling down river. Prior to collision, Vessel 1 made a port side turn crossing in front of Vessel 2 at close proximity. The operator and occupant of Vessel 1 saw that a collision was imminent and abandoned the vessel off the port side. 

Vessel 2 was unable to avoid the collision and hit the starboard stern side of Vessel 1 with the bow. The operator and occupant of Vessel 2 were ejected airborne in the direction of travel. 

The operator of Vessel 2 sustained contusions to his chest and upper left arm from the handlebar. The occupant of Vessel 2 sustained contusions from hitting the water upon landing. Both the operator and occupant of Vessel 2 refused medical treatment.


BARDID: NV-2019-0006
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2019-05-12 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Mead
NearestCityorTown: Boulder City
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Sinking
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Engine
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
On 5/12/2019 at approximately 1830 hours, I Game Warden was patrolling Lake Mead by vessel, Boulder City, NV 89005. National Park Service Dispatch received a call regarding a vessel taking on water in the Lovers Cove area on Lake Mead. I was the only water unit in service at the time, I responded by vessel. 

Upon arriving at Lovers Cove, I was waved down by the owner of a 1989 21'' Well craft vessel that was beached at the time. Subject explained to me that the vessel had started to take on water, so he immediately navigated the vessel to the closest beach. 

Subject indicated to me that he had notified National Park Service Dispatch as well as Tow Boat USA. Subject was told that the wait for Tow Boat USA would be more than 2 hours. 

The stern of the vessel was completely submerged, and it was apparent that the hull had been breached to allow water in the hull. I assisted Subject in securing the vessel on the beach. I notified Tow Boat USA, I forwarded him current gps coordinates as well as a picture of the vessel on the beach. I would be unable to tow the vessel back to Boulder Harbor, I transported Subject back to Boulder Harbor where he met to coordinate the recovery. 

I spoke to Subject regarding the damage to the vessel and what had caused the water to breach the hull. Subject explained that the bellows had a hole approximately 1.5” wide in it. 

The cost of the recovery as well as repair was $9400, it was covered by Subject''s insurance.


BARDID: NV-2019-0007
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2019-05-25 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:10:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Colorado River
NearestCityorTown: Laughlin
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Choppy
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Excessive speed
AccidentCause3: Congested waters
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel 1 (Red PWC) was headed up river. Vessel 1 started to make a port side turn. Another PWC (Blue PWC) was coming down river at a high rate of speed. Vessel 1 was forced to make a sharp starboard turn to avoid a collision with the Blue PWC. Vessel 1 then made a correcting turn back to the port side. Upon making this sharp port turn, Vessel 1 collided with Vessel 2 which was behind the Blue PWC. 

Vessel 1 collided with Vessel 2 on the port side, striking the rear occupants lower left leg and causing approximately 6 square inches of damage to the fiberglass on the gunnel of Vessel 2. This fiberglass damage is estimated to $1000. There was also damage to the bow eye of Vessel 1. This damage is estimated at $200.


BARDID: NV-2019-0008
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2019-06-01 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Mohave
NearestCityorTown: Laughlin
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (fuel)
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent3: Sinking
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Engine
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel 1 was headed south on Lake Mohave near Nevada Telephone Cove with 11 occupants. Vessel 1''s engine cutout as they were traveling approximately 30 mph. The operator attempted to restart the engine and noted that all his gauges were functioning properly. 

Occupants in the vessel noted that there was smoke coming from Vessel 1''s engine compartment. The operator opened the engine compartment to check and the entire engine compartment burst into flames. All occupants except for the operator evacuated the vessel and jumped into the water. The operator attempted to use his fire extinguisher, but the flames spread and became overwhelming. He also evacuated the vessel. Vessels passing by witnessed the event and stopped to retrieve all the occupants out of the water and transport them to safety. Fire was expelled, and the boat sank shortly after that.


BARDID: NV-2019-0009
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2019-06-08 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Colorado River
NearestCityorTown: Laughlin
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Unknown
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Navigation rules violation
AccidentCause2: Congested waters
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
On 06/08/19, I Game Warden was on patrol on the Colorado River below Davis Dam when I was approached by a Personal Watercraft (PWC). I was stopped by subject who said that her son was involved in a hit and run collision approximately an hour before. 

Operator1 met me on the NV shore south of the Harrahs No Wake Zone. His rented PWC had noticeable damage to the starboard stern fiberglass above the gunwale. Operator1 stated that he and his son, were travelling south, down river when an unknown PWC with one operator and no occupants, hit them in a T-Bone fashion and left. 

Operator1 stated that the unknown PWC hit them at a high rate of speed and he was unable to avoid the collision when he saw the PWC coming across the river. Operator1 was unable to get a vessel number for the PWC and the PWC that collided with him took off and did not leave any information. I checked two PWC''s that matched the description that Operator1 gave me and had no damage indicating that they were involved in the collision. I was unable to locate the unknown PWC.


BARDID: NV-2019-0010
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2019-06-08 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:10:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Colorado River
NearestCityorTown: Laughlin
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause3: Force of wake/wave
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
On 06/08/2019, I Game Warden was on patrol on the Colorado River below Davis Dam. I was informed of a Personal Watercraft (PWC) accident by a passing PWC saying there were injuries and people in the water. When I arrived at the scene, I saw a PWC about 10 yards up the Nevada shore and another below it in the water and three people at the scene. Upon speaking with the people there, it was a one vessel grounding and the female sitting on a rock was the operator of the vessel. Talking with the operator, she was going fast down river when she hit a wave and lost control of the PWC, then running it aground in the direction the wave pushed her. 

Operator said she was going at a high rate of speed. Operator stated she was uninjured. When I arrived on scene, I deemed the PWC inoperable due to I was unable to see the damage to the hull. Upon further investigation, there were multiple punctures to the bottom of the hull. Operator inexperience and high rate of speed were contributing factors to the collision.


BARDID: NV-2019-0011
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2019-06-09 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Colorado River
NearestCityorTown: Laughlin
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Excessive speed
AccidentCause3: Navigation rules violation
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
On 06/09/19, I Game Warden was on patrol on the Colorado River, below Davis Dam. At approximately 1455 hours, I was flagged down by a Personal Watercraft (PWC) (V1) with two occupants saying that they were in a vessel collision and wanted to file a report. 

Operator1 stated that he was travelling down river behind another PWC (V2) when V2 made a sharp port side turn around and began travelling upriver. Operator1 said he tried to avoid the collision but was travelling at a speed that did not allow him time to avoid the collision. 

When speaking with Operator2, he stated he was travelling down river when he turned around on V2 and that when he finished his port side turn around his PWC was impacted by V1. This collision was caused by V1 operating at a high rate of speed and operating too closely to another vessel by V1 and having an improper lookout by V2.


BARDID: NV-2019-0012
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2019-05-25 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Mohave
NearestCityorTown: Searchlight
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Force of wake/wave
AccidentCause3: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
The operator only remembers going around 60 mph. He then remembers waking up and being put on to the patrol vessel for transport to medical care.  There were no witnesses to the actual accident.  Based on the investigation, operator hit a wake and was knocked out.  Based off his high rate of speed and there being no damage or blood transfer to the PWC, it is most likely that he impacted the water and that is what caused his injuries.  He was observed in the water face down for an unknown amount of time before he was righted and brought back to a nearby houseboat by good samaritans in the area.


BARDID: NV-2019-0013
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2019-06-23 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:15:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Mead
NearestCityorTown: Boulder City
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Skier mishap
AccidentCause1: Other
OtherAccidentCause: Passenger/skier behavior
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
According to witness statements, victim had been actively wakeboarding when he wrecked by hitting the water. Occupants of Vessel 1 stated that victim immediately complained of neck pain and tingling in his extremities. Occupants were able to get him back on the vessel and stabilize him to the best of their ability. They then transported him back to Hemenway Harbor where we contacted the party. He was transported to the hospital and diagnosed with an athletic stinger injury to the neck.


BARDID: NV-2019-0014
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2019-05-25 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Mohave
NearestCityorTown: Searchlight
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause3: Navigation rules violation
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Based on a very limited verbal statement from the injured party, V1 and V2 were heading east, out of Copper Mountain Cove, when V2 made an abrupt right turn.  

V1 reacted, but based on the damage, it appears V1 turned to port, but both vessels struck starboard to starboard causing V1 to come on top of V2.  This caused some of the crushing damage seen the in the fiberglass damage on V2.  This also explains the starboard damage to the bow of V1.  

This also explains the injury to v2 occupant and the damage to the rear seat on V2.  By the time I arrived on scene, the 3 parties that were on the PWCs were gone.  I have been unable to make contact with operators of both PWCs.


BARDID: NV-2019-0016
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2019-06-23 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Colorado River
NearestCityorTown: Laughlin
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by vessel
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
AccidentCause3: Navigation rules violation
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
On 06/23/19, I Game Warden was on patrol on the Colorado River below Davis Dam. At approximately 1620 hours, I was responding to a call by Bullhead City Lifeguards asking for a police unit to a medical call they were on. I was the first police unit to arrive and was informed by the lifeguards that a 10 year old boy was injured in a Personal Watercraft (PWC) collision. 

I spoke with Victim's mother who was operating Vessel 2 (V2). Operator2 stated that her and Victim were attempting to get Victim's grandmother out of the water when a male on a red pwc came around recklessly and hit them, hitting Victim on his right arm. 

Victim was sitting on the ski facing upriver. Operator2 said that v1 was completely off while they drifted attempting to get Victim's grandmother out of the water. Operator2 stated prior to the collision, she saw the operator of the red PWC leave the vessel. 

Vessel 1 admitted to hitting Operator2 and Victim and stopped to ask if they were ok. Operator1 said that his actions prior to the collision was that he was making a sharp turn to splash members of his party on shore with the PWC and that when he turned around he saw he was on a collision course with V2. Operator1 stated he pulled his engine cutoff cord to stop the ski and began to tip the PWC in an attempt to avoid the collision. The collision was caused by the reckless operation of V1 by Operator1.


BARDID: NV-2019-0018
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2019-07-06 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:27:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Colorado River
NearestCityorTown: Laughlin
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
On July 6th, 2019 at approximately 1227 hours a small 4 person vessel carrying two occupants, the operator and one other occupant, was traveling upstream on the Colordao River near Davis Dam.  When the operator of the vessel began turning to the west to avoid the bouy line below the dam, in changing directions the operator reduced speed and said he was traveling about 25 MPH when the vessel struck a large rock in the river on the west side and became grounded.  

The operator of the vessel was ejected but the other occupant was not, none of the occupants reported any injuries.  The vessel was towed back to the Fisherman''s Access launch ramp by a patrol vessel.  Malow''s rental company towed the vessel back to their shop where it was put onto a trailer and damage assessed.  The bimini top had some of the plastic parts broken from the impact, there was also approximately 30-33 inches of damage to the hull of the vessel.  rental company estimated that there was approximately $3,000 dollars in damage due to the accident.


BARDID: NV-2019-0019
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2019-07-05 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 10:25:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Mead
NearestCityorTown: Overton
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Person departed vessel
AccidentCause1: Other
OtherAccidentCause: Passenger/skier behavior
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
On 7/5/19, at approximately 1025 hours a single vessel accident with injuries was reported to the Lake Mead National Park Service. The accident took place at Cresent Cove in the Virgin Basin of Lake Mead. At approximately 1114 hours I, Game Warden  arrived at the location where I witnessed NPS Rangers providing medical treatment to a white male. I approached the vessel involved that showed no damage. I asked who the operator of the vessel was at the time of the accident. 

The operator identified as Operator stated that occupant dove off the port stern of the vessel as the vessel drifted into shore. Operator stated that none of the five other passengers on the vessel actually witnessed Occupant dive off the vessel. The dive from the vessel resulted in Occupant striking the sand bottom in approximately 4 feet of water. The strike resulted in paralysis to the body which left Occupant face down in the water. 

A swimmer near Occupant was able to turn him over allowing him to breathe.

NPS Rangers transported Occupant to Echo Bay where flight 4 life then flew him to UMC in Las Vegas. At approximately 1600 hours I spoke to UMC medical staff about injuries to Occupant. Medical staff indicated that Occupant suffered a C5 fracture causing paralysis of the lower extremities. Operator was issued a citation for failing to carry a fire extinguisher and type IV PFD on the vessel involved. There is nothing further to report at this time.


BARDID: NV-2019-0020
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2019-05-18 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:04:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Mead
NearestCityorTown: Henderson
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Unknown
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Skier mishap
AccidentCause1: Other
AccidentCause2: Force of wake/wave
OtherAccidentCause: Passenger/skier behavior
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Patient was wakeboarding.  Just after she had been in the water, operator slowly started to gain speed allowing her to come up to surface on the wakeboard.  Shortly after, she went over a rouge wave at about 12mph and fell down.  She was seen on her back and pulled herself to the boat.  It was then that she complained of serious pain.


BARDID: NV-2019-0021
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2019-06-16 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lahontan Reservoir
NearestCityorTown: Fallon
County: Churchill
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Navigation rules violation
AccidentCause3: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
V1 was travelling at an estimated 30-40 mph in an East/Northeast direction in the Lahontan Narrows located in Churchill County, Nevada. V2 was travelling at an estimated 10-20 mph in a West/Southwest direction toward V1. The two vessels were set up to pass each other port to port. V2 made a sharp swerve toward the port side into the path of V1. V1 took a last minute evasive maneuver towards its port side but unsuccessfully avoided impact with V2. 

V1 struck V2 with the bow of V1 hitting the starboard side of V2 at a quartering glancing angle. V1 maintained impact with V2 scraping and scuffing down the starboard side of V2 with the bow of V1, starting at approximately 44 inches from the bow of V2 to approximately 78.5 inches from the bow of V2. The impact from V1 caused V2 to roll towards the port side and for the operator to be thrown from V2. 

The operator of V1 was able to stay with the vessel through the incident. The operator of V2 complained of lower back pain and numbness in his legs after the accident. A passing vessel was able to strap the operator of V2 to a board and take him to shore where he was transported to Renown Regional Hospital in Reno for treatment.


BARDID: NV-2019-0022
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2019-06-22 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Mohave
NearestCityorTown: Searchlight
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
AccidentCause2: Weather
MachineryFailure: Shift
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
On June 22, 2019, at approximately 430pm, an employee of Cottonwood Cove Marina, was piloting a house boat, (V1), back to its slip to prepare it for another trip.  According to the lead mechanic, the boat had come back in with known mechanical issues which did not allow the port motor to be put into reverse gear.  

With a strong wind blowing from the north, Operator1 was attempting to pilot the 70'' houseboat between H dock and the fuel dock, which is a narrow passage (Approximately 55 ft - 75 ft from the narrowest to the widest).  The wind began to blow V1 towards the houseboats on H dock which would prevent it from being able to make it to the passage towards its slip.  Operator1 began to maneuver the vessel so he could get back out into the main area of the marina and make another run at the narrow passage.  While turning left with the starboard motor in forward gear, the rear of the boat swung around and bumped the covered dock which stopped the turn and changed the direction of the boat (V1) toward H dock and (V2).  

Operator1 realized that he was headed for V2 and attempted to engage both reverse gears to avoid a collision with V2.  However, neither reverse gear engaged and V1 continued its forward movement and struck H dock and V2 on its stern, port side.  The only damage on V1 was a small hull puncture, high above the water line, where the H dock cleat broke off and stuck in the hull.  The main damage to V2 was the stern, port hull.  It is made of aluminum so it was only dented in.  There were other minor damages to trim and a cleat in the same area of V2.  The section of H dock that was struck lost a cleat and the surface plate was bent.  There were no injuries on either vessel.


BARDID: NV-2019-0023
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2019-06-29 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:10:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Tahoe
NearestCityorTown: Round Hill Village
County: Douglas
WaterConditions: Rough
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Weather
AccidentCause2: Force of wake/wave
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
On 6/29/2019 at approximately 1710 hours, Operator2 and his girlfriend (Subject) were floating on thier kayaks along the buoy line at Nevada Beach (approximately 300 feet west of the beach).  Operator2 said he witnessed a jet ski flipped over approximately 200 feet west of his position.  Operator2 said he noticed the two occupants of the jet ski appeared to be having a difficult time getting the jet ski flipped back over as well as getting back onto the jet ski.  

Operator2 decided to paddle out to assist the two subjects.  Subject paddled back to Nevada Beach and asked for someone to call 911 for assistance. 

Operator2 said when he arrived on scene, the two male occupants were in the water holding onto the jet ski.  Operator2 said he was paddling around the jet ski talking to the two occupants.  Operator2 said he did not realized he had paddled his kayak parallel to the waves (2 to 3 foot swells).  Operator2 said his kayak was struck by a larger wave, which caused his kayak to roll over.  Operator2 said he was forced into the water. 

Operator2 told me, he was able to get his kayak flipped upright, but he was unable to climb back on top of it.  Operator2 said he began getting tired so he deployed his PFD, by pulling the rip cord (air filled PFD which he was wearing).

Operator2 said he and his kayak where slowly being blown back towards Nevada Beach.  Operator2 said he noticed the two other guys were still holding onto the jet ski and they too were being blown back towards Nevada Beach.  

Operator2 told me, Subject arrived to his location and help him.

Deputy and I arrived on scene at approximately 1929 hours.  We noticed the jet ski and the two males where approximately 30 feet of the beach.  We located Operator2 and Subject approximately 150 feet off the beach.  Operator2 was still in the water holding onto his kayak.  Operator2 appeared to be very fatigued and cold.  

After throwing a Type IV floatable device to Operator2, Deputy was able to pull Operator2 to our vessel (Marine 7) via a throw line.

Once Operator2 was on our vessel, Operator2 showed signs and symptoms of hypothermia.  I requested Tahoe Douglas Fire/ Paramedics meet us at Tahoe Beach Club to evaluate Operator2.  Operator2 was later transported to Barton Hospital for additional medical evaluation.

ADDITIONAL INVESTIGATIVE EFFORTS:

I attempted to make contact with the operator of the PWC, via the telephone number Lakeshore Marina supplied me.  I got no answer.  Based on this fact, I was unable to get any further information about the incident or identify the passenger on the PWC.


BARDID: NV-2019-0025
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2019-07-06 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Mead
NearestCityorTown: Overton
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentCause1: Hull failure
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
07/06/2019
At approximately 1330 hours, I Game Warden, was contacted by Game Warden2.  He informed me that he had located a vessel at the mouth of Calville Bay Marina which was taking on water.  He told me that he had briefly contacted the parties and was advised that the boat had some delamination issues and was inoperable.  He asked if I could take the boat accident report as he was headed to the hospital to interview a victim in a separate boat accident.  I advised dispatch that I would be responding to the incident and arrived on scene at approximately 1400 hours.  

I was able to see that the vessel was taking on water and was partially submerged.  It was found to be a 21'' 6” green, yellow, and white Talon Marine T21.  The vessel was powered by a 250 horsepower Merc Pro XS and was currently registered in the state of Nevada.  

I contacted the owner of the vessel and he informed me that he was operating the vessel at approximately 50 MPH just outside Wishing Well cove near the Narrows of Lake Mead when he noticed he was starting to take on water into the cabin of his vessel.  He explained to me that he realized he had an issue with the integrity of the hull of the vessel and immediately began to return to Calville Bay Marina.  He told me he was the only person on board the vessel and that he knew if he stopped the vessel would sink in the area of the Narrows.  He made it back to the shoreline just outside of Calville Bay Marina where he beached his vessel so it would not sink.  I took photographs of the vessel as I found it.  (see attachment 1)  

I then filled out the Nevada Boat Accident Report form.  I estimated the damage to the vessel to be over $10,000.00.  I was unable to get photographs of the actual damage to the starboard side of the vessel as it was underwater.  I was able to feel what appeared to be a 2 foot long by 4 inches wide section of fiberglass which was delaminated and allowing water to enter into the vessel. 

07/10/19
Game Warden went to Skiwi Boat Rentals and took photographs of the damage to the vessel.  He was also able to get an exact estimate of the damage to the vessel.  He estimated the damage to the vessel to be $17,500.00.


BARDID: NV-2019-0026
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2019-07-06 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Tahoe
NearestCityorTown: Incline Village
County: Washoe
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fall in vessel
AccidentCause1: Force of wake/wave
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
On July 6, 2019 at approximately 1600 hrs, California vessel a 2018 Mastercraft NXT22, was cruising upon Lake Tahoe at an estimated speed of 15mph.  According to the operator of the vessel, the throttle was about 1/3 of max power.  The vessel was approximately 4 miles west of Sand Harbor at the time of the incident heading west.  The operator, and passengers stated the waves were estimated to be from 1''-2''  at their location on the lake at the time of incident.  According to passenger, he was sitting on the seat at the bow of the vessel next to the injured part at the time he was injured.  

Subject stated victim was seated in the center seat of the bow of the vessel.  The vessel hit a wave, approximately 2'' in size, and Victim immediately complained of back pain.  Subject stated the operator stopped the vessel, helped Victim to the floor of the vessel to lie flat on his back,  called 911 and returned to the Sand Harbor boat ramp at near idle speed to meet emergency services to evaluate Victim. Subject stated that Victim did not leave the vessel at any time, nor did he fall within the vessel, but was seated at the time of the incident.  No other vessels were involved nor were any vessels in close proximity in this incident.

Witness statements were taken the two men seated next to Victim as well as the vessel operator.  A list of vessel occupants was compiled for documentation.
At approximately 16:40 hrs. The vessel arrived at Sand Harbor boat launch.  Washoe County Fire EMS attended to Victim and transported him to the local hospital for evaluation.


BARDID: NV-2019-0027
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2019-07-16 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:10:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Mead
NearestCityorTown: Boulder City
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Rough
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Grounding
AccidentCause1: Weather
AccidentCause2: Hazardous waters
DayofWeek: Tuesday
RedactedNarrative:
On 07/16/2019, I Game Warden was at Lake Mead National Recreation Area (LMNRA) when I received a call from Nevada Department of Wildlife (NDOW) Dispatch that there was a single vessel accident at Lovers Cove on Lake Mead with no injuries and all occupants were safe on land. Myself and Game Warden responded via patrol boat to assist.

I arrived on scene at approximately 1448 hours and saw one vessel on shore with 5 occupants on the beach. Vessel 1 (V1) was on the beach with a damaged engine and taking on water from the waves. Approximately 3-5 foot waves. The operator told me that he shut the engine off as they were approaching the beach to avoid a rock when the waves began to swamp the vessel over the stern. Operator then beached V1 to avoid sinking and the waves hitting the stern of V1 damaged the engine separating it from the transom. This was caused by the vessel rocking from the waves and hitting the bottom while beached according to Operator.

This event was a single vessel accident caused by swamping and colliding with the ground due to hazardous weather conditions for the vessel.


BARDID: NV-2019-0028
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2019-07-02 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:45:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Mead
NearestCityorTown: Boulder City
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Person struck by propeller
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause3: Navigation rules violation
DayofWeek: Tuesday
RedactedNarrative:
Group was pushing boat away from shoreline. (#1) Victim lost her footing. Victim said she was sucked under. (#2) Boat accelerated forward to get away from shoreline and rocks.(3) Victim reported she was going head first towards engine and somehow spun around.  Propeller of boat engine struck the victim on the right foot and both legs. (4)


BARDID: NV-2019-0029
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2019-07-13 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:05:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Colorado River
NearestCityorTown: Laughlin
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentCause2: Navigation rules violation
AccidentCause3: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
On July 13, 2019 at approximately 1604 hours a personal watercraft rental with bow (V1) was traveling north at approximately 10 MPH on the Colorado River up current in center channel. V1 had two female adults on board. A pontoon vessel with bow (V2) with four on board was drifting south with the river''s current as they prepared to trailer it. V2''s bow was pointed south, down river and was on the west side of the river following the navigational rules. 

V1 wanted to turn left (west) to enter the lagoon area near the Avi Casino. V1 was the give-way vessel. V2 was the stand-on vessel. V1 did not give way. V1 turned left in front of the path of V2. V1 stuck V2''s starboard pontoon''s bow with the starboard bow of V1. No one was injured. Everyone remained on board. 

The damage on V1 consisted of a crack on the starboard bow below the rub rail in the fiber glass and gel coat. Approximately 1 square foot of damage. V1 also had approximately 10 inches of damage along the starboard bow rub rail. 

The damage on V2 was isolated to the starboard pontoon''s bow. Approximately 6 inches of the aluminum bow tip was bent sideways. Two feet further back along the outside of the pontoon was a shallow dent.

During the investigation, the occupants on V1 claimed subject2 was the operator and that subject1 was the rear passenger. They said they tried to avoid V2 by turning right but were unable to because of a large wave. Subject1 admitted to drinking alcohol earlier that day. Subject1 was asked to perform standardized field sobriety tests (SFSTs). Subject1 did not show enough clues on SFSTs to be under the influence. A preliminary breath test (PBT) was not taken. 

The occupants on V2 claimed Subject1 was the operator and that she was looking at V2 before turning left. Video surveillance footage from the Avi Casino showed Subject1 was the operator during the time of the collision. The video did not show any apparent large waves preventing V1 from turning right. 

Subject1 was cited for NRS 197.190 - Obstructing a public officer, NRS 488.295 / NAC 488.350-Not being on the rental agreement, and NRS 488.540 / NAC 488.430-Not taking action to avoid collision.


BARDID: NV-2019-0030
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2019-07-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:32:00
CoordinatesConfidence: C
NameOfBodyOfWater: Colorado River
NearestCityorTown: Laughlin
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by vessel
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause3: Navigation rules violation
DayofWeek: Thursday
RedactedNarrative:
On 7-4-2019 at 1332 hrs, Officer responded to the North Beach of Davis Camp re: a watercraft accident.  Subject was on a separate PWC not involved in the accident, taking pictures and video of his cousin who was on the rocks.  Subject inadvertently took video of the incident.  

Vessel 1 was traveling south on the river at a high rate of speed away from the shoreline.  Operator1 begins to make a swooping right turn and is not able to pull out of the turn striking the large rocks on the embankment.  Both the operator and passenger were ejected.  Subject assisted the female passenger from the water.  Operator1 was seen floating face down motionless in the river with blood surrounding the head area.  Operator1 was removed from the water by lifeguards in the area. A bystander who was on the rocks, was struck by the PWC and was bleeding from the mouth and had visible swelling on his left cheek.  
Operator1 and Occupant were transported to Western Arizona Regional Medical Center.  Operator1 was pronounced deceased as a result of the injuries he sustained in the accident.  Occupant was discharged that evening with a fractured right elbow and fractured T-4 vertebrae.  Bystander self transported to the hospital for evaluation.


BARDID: NV-2019-0031
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2019-07-12 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Mead
NearestCityorTown: Boulder City
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Navigation rules violation
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
I Game Warden was patrolling Lake Mead by vessel on July 12th, 2019. 

I received a call from Reno Dispatch Center to respond to a vessel accident at Las Vegas Boat Harbor. I arrived at the gas dock at Las Vegas Boat Harbor at approximately 1500 hours. The accident involved two rental personal watercrafts. I was able to identify both operators as well as both vessels involved. There were no injuries. 

Both individuals were cooperative and completed witness statements as to the events that led up to the incident. 

Operator2 was operating the rental PWC just south of Sentinel Island on Lake Mead. Operator2 was operating in a northerly direction turning slightly from port to starboard adjacent to a third PWC. The operator of the ski is unknown. 

Operator1 was operating the rental PWC just behind the ski operated by Operator2 and the unknown rider. Operator1 stated that he was close to both PWC''s, they were in front of him. Operator1 stated that he was hit in the face with spray from the PWC adjacent to starboard side. As Operator1 was being hit with spray, he stated that he turned to the “left”, he was unable to see that Operator2 had reduced his speed and was moving very slow. It is at this point that Operator1 collided with the starboard stern of the PWC operated by Operator2. The PWC operated by Operator1 ramped the transom of the PWC operated by Operator2. 

Damage on the ski operated by both Operator1 and Operator2 is consistent with a ramping of one vessel onto another. 

The damage on vessel one is a cracked hull just above the bow eye. The crack in the fiberglass is approximately 6”-8” long and has compromised the hull of the ski allowing water to enter the engine compartment. There are multiple scratches and areas of paint transfer along the hull and keel adjacent to the bow eye that do not affect the structural integrity of the vessel. Damage estimate on this vessel is approximately $500.

The damage on vessel two is fiberglass cracking at the transom where the rear seat is mounted. The frame of the seat is damaged and will need to be replaced as well as the hardware that secures the seat needs replacement. Damage estimate on this vessel is approximately $1600.

Operator1 was cited for violation of NRS 488.540, navigation rule #8, Action to avoid a collision.


BARDID: NV-2019-0032
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2019-07-26 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:26:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Mead
NearestCityorTown: Boulder City
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Skier mishap
AccidentCause1: Other
AccidentCause2: Force of wake/wave
OtherAccidentCause: Passenger/skier behavior
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
On 7/26/19 I, Game warden investigated a single vessel accident with one injury. At approximately 1226 hours vessel was towing a wakeboarder in the area of Swallow Cove at Lake Mead National Recreation Area. The vessel was heading southeast in a straight line when the wake boarder caught the front edge of the wakeboard causing the wakeboarder to fall forward. The front face inpact with the water caused the wakeboard to strike the wakeboarder in the back of the head. The wake boarder was rushed to Callville Bay where she was treated by NPS Rangers for a large laceration to the back left side of the head. The victim was air lifted to UMC for further treatment.


BARDID: NV-2019-0033
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2019-07-21 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 21:28:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Mead
NearestCityorTown: Boulder City
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Poor
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/swamping
AccidentCause1: Overloading
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
On July 21, 2019 at approximately 2128 hours the Lake Mead Interagency Communications Center dispatched  all Mead district officers  to a sinking vessel in progress near the Callville Bay marina Shoreline. NPS units and NDOW units responded.  The party of 9 that was aboard the vessel was found uninjured on the shoreline near the Callville Bay shoreline. The operator stated he was launching his boat from the shoreline towards the Callville Bay courtesy dock when he felt his boat hit something in the water and the motor stopped working. The operator stated that after he hit what he believed to be a rock the boat started to flood with water. The passengers aboard the vessel were pushed into the water and swam to the shoreline. The passengers aboard the vessel were uninjured and transported safely to the Callville Bay courtesy dock. 


The vessel was found later that night half way submerged with minor damage to the propeller. The vessel was tied off to the Callville Bay marina tire line. On July 27th 2019 the owner of the vessel self-recovered the half way submerged vessel.  Upon recovery of the vessel damage to the bow of the fiberglass was documented. A minor crack at the starboard stern of the vessel was observed and documented.


BARDID: NV-2019-0034
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2019-07-17 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:52:00
CoordinatesConfidence: NC
NameOfBodyOfWater: Washoe Lake
NearestCityorTown: Carson City
County: Washoe
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Weather
AccidentCause2: Hazardous waters
DayofWeek: Wednesday
RedactedNarrative:
On July 17, 2019 at approximately 2130 hrs, I received a phone call from NDOW dispatch stating there had been a fatal boat accident on Washoe Lake.  Dispatch stated it was a single occupant in a kayak and Washoe County Sheriff''s office was on scene.
 
 I contacted  on scene Washoe County Sgt. via cell phone.  He stated that a single kayak with a single occupant was witnessed by four bystanders on the south end of Washoe Lake near dog rock on Eastlake Blvd.  The witnesses stated the kayaker became distressed in the wind driven waves then overturned and entered the water.  Witnesses stated the man tried to hang on to his kayak but then let go and attempted to swim 50 yards to shore.  Witnesses stated the man went underwater and did not come back up.

  Sgt. stated that Washoe SAR divers had retrieved the body and kayak.  He stated the body was on shore awaiting the medical examiner''s office.  He stated the kayak had been recovered and was available for me to pick up or arrange impound. 

At 21:35 hrs. I responded to the scene.  Upon my arrival at 22:01 hrs, I met with Washoe County Detective, and Washoe County Deputies.  Detective was on the shoreline next to the body of the victim, which had been covered with a blanket.  Washoe County SAR divers were on scene with their zodiac boat.  They had retrieved the victim''s red, 8 foot emotion comet kayak and tied it to their boat.  I observed wind speeds of approximately 15 mph and waves of approximately 1 ½ foot swell.  Detective stated that witness statements had been taken from the four witnesses who had since left the scene.    I asked if the victim had ID on him.  Detective stated the victim had no ID or keys on him, however, witnesses stated they saw the man/victim remove his kayak from a Ford Ranger pickup truck which was parked in a State Park parking area down the road approximately ½ mile to the west.  Detective stated the Ford Ranger license plates were registered to victim.  He stated that the victim matched the possible ethnicity and descriptors on file associated with drivers'' license.  

I spoke with a SAR member who provided coordinates of both the body and kayak locations at the time of recovery.  Coordinates were as follows:  Victim''s body: N39 14.002 by W 119 46.786.  The kayak was recovered at: N 39 14.005 by W 119 40.686.

I initiated a quick search for items associated with the kayak or victim such as missing shoe, paddle, or other items, but found none.

At approximately 22:45hrs. Washoe County Medical Examiner office arrived on scene and took possession of the body.  I met SAR vessel at the boat ramp and took possession of the victim''s kayak.  I photographed the kayak from all sides.  I found no evidence of damage or breach to the hull.   Witnesses are:

According to this witness, she and her family saw the victim in his kayak, come back to shore, then go back out in the water.  She stated her father noticed the man flip over and go into the water.  She and her father then went to get help.

Stated he pulled up to see a man drowning, panicking and struggling to swim. He stated the victim was about 40 yards offshore and hanging onto his canoe, yelling in complete panic.  He called 911. He stated about 7 minutes later the man went under water and did not come back up.


BARDID: NV-2019-0035
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2019-08-10 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Mohave
NearestCityorTown: Searchlight
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause3: Weather
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
On Saturday, August 10, 2019 operator and his son were aboard a PWC wake jumping on Lake Mohave in Southern Cottonwood Basin.  Operator1 hit a wake, was ejected and injured.  Operator1 believes he was going around 70 miles per hour when the incident occurred.  Operator1 states that he hit the water only.  His injuries were fractures of the left side ribs (6,7,8,9,10,11), fracture of the L1 and L2 vertabrates, and some internal hemorrhages.  Operator1 was transported to Western Arizona Regional Medical Center in Bullhead City where he was treated.  Game Warden went to the hospital to get injury information for me.  There will be no charges filed.


BARDID: NV-2019-0036
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2019-08-10 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Mead
NearestCityorTown: Boulder City
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by vessel
AccidentCause1: Weather
AccidentCause2: Other
OtherAccidentCause: Passenger/skier behavior
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
On Saturday August 10, 2019 at approximately 1500 hours I, Game Warden and my field training officer, Game Warden, were patrolling lake mead in the Las Vegas Boat Harbor. National Park Service advised of an injured civilian coming into the Las Vegas Boat Harbor dock via there pontoon boat. Game Warden and I began to clear the Harbor to allow for a clear passageway for the arriving pontoon. 

Lake Mead EMS was already on scene when the pontoon arrived and transferred Victim from the pontoon to the Ambulance to begin medical evaluation. I took photos and conducted a field interviewed with Victim and his sister, before he was transferred by community ambulance to Sunrise Hospital. I returned to the pontoon boat where Game Wardens had gathered information and field interviews of the other seven occupants of the vehicle.

The party stated that they were drifting in their pontoon boat that they rented from Boating Lake Mead on the north side of the Boulder Islands (N 36.044 W -114.769). The pontoon boat engines were off at the time when they began to drift into the Boulder Island. Victim went to the stern of the boat and put his foot out to try and stop the boat from hitting the rocks. Victim''s foot was pinched in between the pontoon and the rocks on the island causing his big toe on his right foot to dislocate so severe that the skin was lacerated with the bone popping out of the skin. The party then contacted National Park Service where they were escorted into the Las Vegas Boat Harbor to receive Medical attention. No other occupants of the pontoon were injured and there was no physical damage to the pontoon.


BARDID: NV-2019-0037
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2019-08-11 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:20:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Mead
NearestCityorTown: Boulder City
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Navigation rules violation
AccidentCause3: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
On Sunday August 11, 2019 at approximately 1520 hours I, Game Warden and my field training officer, Game Warden, were patrolling Lake Mead in the Las Vegas Boat Harbor Marina. A white male adult operating a Personal Watercraft (PWC), Nevada bow numbers contacted us over at the courtesy dock stating he had just been in a boat accident with another vessel.

I conducted a field interview with Operator1 in which he stated that he was operating the PWC between 10-20 MPH when he noticed a boat in front of him too late to turn out of the way and collided with the port stern. Operator1 said the bow of his PWC went up over the port gunwale of the boat and slid off the stern. He returned to the scene to exchange information when he noticed that there were 3 empty bottles of an alcoholic beverage in a five-gallon bucket. The two vessels then returned to the courtesy dock at Las Vegas Boat Harbor at which time Operator1 contacted Game Warden and me stating he had collided with another vessel. Operator1 did take fault in the accident stating that he had failed to notice the stand-on vessel and had failed to take action to avoid collision. Operator1 was in violation of NRS 488.540 Inland U.S. Coast Guard Navigational Rules and Regulations Rules 8 and 16-Action to Avoid Collision. 

     I then conducted a field interview with Operator2 in which he stated that he was operating his vessel between 10-20 MPH and saw two PWC''s coming from left to right on his port side. The first PWC avoided his vessel and the second one hit his port side and went up and over the gunwale and slid off of the stern of the boat. They then exchanged information and returned to the courtesy dock to better document the accident.

     I began to photograph the damage that was done to the PWC Nevada vessel. The damage to the vessel was on the bottom of the hull showing it was a head on collision as stated and there were skid marks on the starboard side of the hull showing that it slid off the side of the gunwale. The estimated total damage to the PWC was $600. I began to document the damage that the other Nevada vessel had sustained to the port stern of the vessel. The vessel sustained fiberglass damage to the port side of the vessel and scuffs on the stern of the vessel. This damage showing the PWC, bow numbers, colliding with the port of the vessel and coming up and over the gunwale sliding off the stern of the vessel. The estimated total damage of the vessel was believed to be $2000.

     After interviewing both parties I was able to determine that Operator1 operating Nevada vessel was V1 colliding with V2 Nevada Vessel operated by Operator2. Operator1 failed to take action as the give way vessel to avoid collision which caused the two vessels to collide and the damage to both vessels. After informing Operator1 of his violation I issued him a citation for rule 8 of the Inland U.S. Coast Guard Navigational Rules and Regulations.


BARDID: NV-2019-0038
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2019-07-17 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:59:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Colorado River
NearestCityorTown: Laughlin
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
AccidentCause3: Navigation rules violation
DayofWeek: Wednesday
RedactedNarrative:
Bullhead City PD Case #19-04515
V1 and V2 were both traveling north on the Nevada side of the river.  V1 made a sharp left turn into the path of V2 causing V2 to collide with V1.  The operator of V1 suffered a punctured lung and was flown to a trauma center in Las Vegas.  Total damages to both skis came to $3000.


BARDID: NV-2019-0039
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2019-08-31 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 10:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Colorado River
NearestCityorTown: Laughlin
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Calm
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by vessel
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Navigation rules violation
AccidentCause2: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause3: Congested waters
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
On 08/31/2019 at approximately 1045 hours Game Warden and I, Game Warden, were dispatched to a call of a possible hit and run on the Colorado River at the Laughlin River Lodge Beach, 2700 South Casino Drive Laughlin, Nevada 89029. Game Warden and I arrived on scene at approximately 1100 hours where we contacted the reporting party. Operator2 was being treated by fire EMS for an injury he sustained to his left leg. Prior to Operator2 being transported by EMS to Western Arizona Regional Medical Center he was able to show us a picture of the vessel bearing the bow numbers (V1) that had impacted Operator2''s vessel (V2) and left the scene last heading north on the Colorado River. I conducted a field interview with the passenger of V2 who stated that Operator2 and he were heading north on the Colorado River driving V2 when they began to turn to the west slowly and was struck by V1. He described the operator of V1 as a light skinned Hispanic in his early 20''s, skinny build with medium facial hair. I put out a BOLO of the description of V1 and the description of the operator. 

I took photographs of the damage to V2 and had V2 occupant1 fill out a witness statement. The damage to the vessel showed impact to the port side gunwale. There was also damage to the handle bars of V2 and the center console was missing the latch from it showing V1 most likely impacted from the portside, went over the gunwale and into the handle bars of V2. V2 was a rental jet ski from Malows jet ski rental and was later released to them after the investigation was complete.

     At approximately 1107 hours, V1 was positively identified.

     I cleared from the scene at the Laughlin River Lodge and drove to the Pioneer Hotel Beach where the suspect was being detained aboard the patrol Vessel. I arrived on scene and photographed the damage to V1 which was consistent with damage to V2. The damage to V1 was at the bow hull of the vessel. This damage shows that V1 struck V2 on their port side which created the damage to the bow hull of V1. I was able to conclude through my investigation of both scenes that the operator of V1 committed the crime of Hit and Run, NRS 488.550. I placed Operator1 under arrest at approximately 1155. Handcuffs were checked for tightness and double locked before transportation to Tucker Holding Facility where he was booked for NRS 488.550 and Rule 7 of the USCG Rules of navigation, risk of collision.

Game Warden Lieutenant followed up with the injured party of V2, Operator2, at Western Arizona Regional Medical Center. Operator2 stated that he was driving V2 at a slow pace and started to make a turn west slowly when they saw V1 operated by Operator1 coming toward them. They attempted to wave at him to avoid collision and slow down, but V1 collided with V2 and sent Operator1 (operator of V1) and Operator2 (operator of V2) into the water. Operator2 attempted to contact Operator1 but stated he seemed nervous and wanted to leave. 

Operator2 stated that Operator1 was attempting to leave so he grabbed hold of him and told him he needed to stay so they could handle the accident. Operator2 told Operator1 to follow him. Operator1 left the scene without attempt to render aid or exchange information and was heading back to the Pionee...


BARDID: NV-2019-0040
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2019-09-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lahontan Reservoir
NearestCityorTown: Fernley
County: Lyon
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Person departed vessel
AccidentCause1: Other
OtherAccidentCause: Passenger/skier behavior
DayofWeek: Wednesday
RedactedNarrative:
Witnesses on board the vessel state that they had pulled approximately 10 feet from the south-facing shoreline, near the Virginia Beach entrance to the Narrows section of Lahontan Reservoir to swim and get ready to wakeboard. Vessel owner states that he was standing near the stern of the vessel in approximately three feet of water when Subject1 threw a wakeboard off the stern of the vessel into the water. Subject2 states that Subject1 then jumped off the stern of the vessel and dove, head first, into the water. Subject1 landed head first in the shallow water hitting the hard, sandy bottom. 

Witnesses say Subject1 immediately returned to the surface in agony, stating that he had severely hurt his head and neck. Vessel occupants immediately called 911. Central Lyon County Fire Department, Careflight, Nevada State Parks and Nevada Department of Wildlife all responded to the area. Subject2 states that the boat would not start so they were unable to get to a shoreline to meet EMS personnel. 

Careflight was able to land on a nearby island and transport the victim, Subject1 to Renown Regional Medical Center in Reno, Nevada where Subject1 received treatment for head and neck trauma. Warden  and I took statements from all available parties on the vessel. I attempted to make contact with Subject1 but was unable to at the time of this report because Subject1 was under anesthesia to prevent further seizures, suspected to have been a result of the trauma sustained in the injury.


BARDID: NV-2019-0041
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2019-09-02 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:45:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Mead
NearestCityorTown: Boulder City
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Skier mishap
AccidentCause1: Other
OtherAccidentCause: Passenger/skier behavior
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
Injured person stated that he was just starting to get pulled by the boat when he was having trouble getting the wakeboard above the water. He let go of the tow rope and the wake board came up hitting him in the face. Injury is possible broken nose and lacerations to face.


BARDID: NV-2019-0042
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2019-09-13 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:50:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Mead
NearestCityorTown: Boulder City
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Skier mishap
AccidentCause1: Other
OtherAccidentCause: Passenger/skier behavior
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
At approximately 1345 Hours, Lake Mead Interagency Communications Center (LMICC) notified all Mead Rangers of a boat accident with possible head injury. LMICC informed all rangers the reporting party was on the line and stated the injured party did not lose consciousness but a wakeboard had hit her in the head and was requesting medical services. 

Officer and I responded to the Las Vegas Boat Harbor courtesy dock with Medic. Once the vessel with the injured party had docked Medic began a medical evaluation. I identified the owner and operator of the vessel who had explained that he was towing the injured party while she was attempting to wakeboard and observed her fall into the water and the wakeboard hitting her in the head. After receiving written statements from all parties aboard the vessel I conducted a vessel safety inspection of the vessel. The vessel was in compliance with all coast guard laws and safety regulations. Once Medic had completed her medical evaluation of the injured party, Medic informed me that the patient had a minor laceration to her head and was stable enough to self transport to a hospital against medical advice. The patient decided to AMA but was advised to seek further medical attention. 
Written statements available 
ICOP available.


BARDID: NV-2019-0043
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2019-08-17 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Colorado River
NearestCityorTown: Laughlin
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by vessel
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause3: Navigation rules violation
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
On Saturday August 17th , 2019, I Game Warden was on patrol on the Colorado River below Davis Dam. At approximately 1506 hours, I was flagged down by a passing by Personal Watercraft (PWC) that there was an accident near the Riverside Casino. I arrived on scene and saw a PWC (Vessel 2)(V2) and two females. Operator2 pointed at a PWC nearby that had two males on it (Vessel 1)(V1) and said that is the vessel that hit them. V1 took off and I pursed a couple hundred yards upriver and ordered them to return to the scene. 

Both sides corroborated each other’s story. V2 was travelling up river along the Arizona shore and Operator2, V2 operator, saw V1 coming from her port side towards them at a high rate of speed. Operator2 completely let off the throttle and V1 continued on it current course and speed. 

Operator1 was operating V1 and said that he tried to turn last minute and let off the throttle but the PWC continued on its course, due to off throttle steering. V1 impacted V2 on the port side bow and went up striking all occupants and the operator of V2. 

Operator2 sustained a broken left collar bone. V2 occupant1 sustained bruised ribs and was told to be aware of the possibility of internal bleeding from the impact. V2 occupant1 was ejected on impact from the collision. V2 occupant2 sustained deep bone contusions on her lower left leg and small lacerations to her lower left leg. V2 occupant2 was ejected on impact from the collision.


BARDID: NV-2019-0044
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2019-08-31 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Colorado River
NearestCityorTown: Laughlin
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Fair
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent3: Person departed vessel
AccidentCause1: Hazardous waters
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
On Saturday August 31, 2019 at approximately 1953 hours, Game Wardens were dispatched to a call of a PWC accident that occurred at the Aquarius Hotel, 1900 South Casino Drive Laughlin, Nevada 89029. 

Operator stated that he was operating California vessel before sundown over to the Aquarius Hotel to retrieve keys from a friend.  Operator attempted to dock on the north side of the Aquarius dock when the undertow of the river sucked the PWC under, lodging it under the north side of the dock. Operator was able to grab hold of the dock and pull himself up without injury.

     I took photos of the initial scene but was not able to see any physical damage to the PWC. Game Warden contacted a tow company to remove the PWC from underneath the dock, but the company was unable to retrieve the PWC until tomorrow morning. Game Warden then instructed Operator to retrieve the vessel in the morning and contact him when the PWC was on land so we could finish our investigation.
     On Sunday September 1, 2019 at Approximately 1045 hours Game Warden  received a call that the PWC was retrieved and on the trailer at Davis Camp. At approximately 1105 hours Game Warden and I arrived at Davis Camp to finish our investigation.

No further action was taken.


BARDID: NV-2019-0045
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2019-09-01 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:45:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Colorado River
NearestCityorTown: Laughlin
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Navigation rules violation
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
On September 1, 2019 Game Wardens were patrolling the Colorado River by marked patrol vessel. At approximately 1647 hours an unknown Hispanic Male Adult operating a jet ski approached our patrol vessel and informed us of an accident that had occurred with injury near Davis Camp. I engaged my code 3 lights on my patrol vessel and drove towards the scene. 

     Game Warden and I arrived on scene at approximately 1651 hours. Upon arrival I saw an Asian Female Adult who was operating an Arizona vessel (V2). Operator2 was bleeding from a laceration to the back of her left leg. I exited the patrol vessel and began to apply pressure using a towel to stop the bleeding. At approximately 1657 hours Game Warden notified Bullhead City EMS. As I applied pressure to Operator2''s leg, I began to ask her questions about what had happened.

Operator2 stated that she was operating V2 with her sister, heading north up the Colorado River at approximately 5-10 MPH. Operator2 began to turn V2 to the west and saw an unknown vessel(V1) driving towards her at about the same speed. Operator2 described the operator of V1 as a Hispanic Male Adult in his mid 50''s. Operator2 stated that V1 struck V2 on the port side hitting her leg. Operator2 stated the operator of V1 said something to them and then drove away without stopping to render aid or exchange information for a report. Another operator on an unknown vessel was able to pull them to the safety of Davis Camp where Game Warden and I then arrived on scene.

Game Wardens arrived on scene at approximately 1702 hours. Game Warden began to document the scene by taking photographs. Game Warden began to fill out paperwork as well as crowd control as people began to crowd around the scene. I began to campaign with Game Warden Lieutenant down Davis Camp beach heading north towards the dam. We were unable to find any bystanders that may have witnessed the accident.

Bullhead city EMS arrived on scene at approximately 1715 hours and transferred Operator2 and her sister to Western Arizona Regional Medical Center (WARMC). Sister was able to contact their parents and advise them of the situation.

On September 2, 2019 I attempted to contact Operator2 to check on her health and left her a message as there was no answer. I contacted WARMC and they advised me that Operator2 was treated for her laceration to her left leg with stitches by Dr. and released with no other injuries.

As of September 12, 2019 the operator of V1 has not been identified.


BARDID: NV-2019-0046
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2019-09-21 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Mead
NearestCityorTown: Overton
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with submerged object
AccidentCause1: Other
OtherAccidentCause: Unseen water hazard
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Rangers responded to a vessel accident near Gypsum Beds in the Virgin Basin. The operator of the boat stated he was towing a wake surfer, at approximately 1430-1500 hours, traveling East to West and hit a submerged rock at approximately 22 mph. The boat operator stated the propeller shaft came out when the boat struck the submerged object. Nobody on the boat had any injuries. The damage to the vessel exceeded $2,000. The boat operator was provided information to vessel assist and were able to be towed in to the harbor.


BARDID: NV-2019-0047
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2019-09-02 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 07:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Mead
NearestCityorTown: Henderson
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Navigation rules violation
AccidentCause3: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Engine
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
While on patrol on September 2nd, 2019 at approximately 0942 hours, within Lake Mead National Recreation Area, I, United States Park Ranger, responded to a call from dispatch stating that there had been a vessel accident involving multiple vessels and that the reporting parties would be waiting for a ranger at Callville Bay Boat Harbor. 

SUBJECT1 told me earlier that morning, approximately 0730 hours, his boat and two other''s boats had been in an accident with a large house boat in Hamblin Bay. SUBJECT1 stated that he was the only person on his boat and it was tied up with SUBJECT2''s. SUBJECT2''s boat was tied to a large houseboat that was onshore. SUBJECT1 stated that a large houseboat drove into his boat and another''s across from his and then drove off. All three boats were damaged. No injuries occurred. 

I spoke with OPERATOR1 via phone at a later date and received his statement. OPERATOR1 stated that one of the engines was inoperable on the houseboat which caused him to collide with the other boats. OPERATOR1 stated that he was parked onshore next to the other houseboats, backed out of the spot with the rear of the boat traveling south. OPERATOR1 stated he drove the boat north after backing out and when the boat propelled faster it launched the boat towards the jet boats that were tied up and he could not correct his houseboat in time, and he collided with the jet boats.

OPERATOR1''s boat collided with SUBJECT3'' boat on the right side, which caused fiberglass damage. This collision caused SUBJECT3'' boat to collide with the other jet boat that it was tied to on the left side, this collision caused fiberglass damage to SUBJECT3'' boat all along the left side. SUBJECT1 stated he did not know the owner of the boat that SUBJECT3'' boat was tied to. The unknown boat did not come forward to report the vessel accident. 

OPERATOR1''s houseboat also collided with SUBJECT1''s jet boat head on, on the left front side which caused fiberglass damage to that location. This collision cause SUBJECT1''s boat to collide with SUBJECT2''s jet boat because they were tied together. The collision between SUBJECT1''s and SUBJECT2''s boats caused fiberglass damage all along SUBJECT1''s boat''s right side and SUBJECT2''s boat''s left side. SUBJECT2''s boat collided with the rear end of the houseboat that was directly next to it, and that collision caused fiberglass damage to SUBJECT2''s boat''s entire right side.
I took photographs of SUBJECT2''s and SUBJECT1''s damaged boats. They estimated the damages to be at least $2,000 per boat. The houseboat was not damaged due to previous renters and normal wear.


BARDID: NV-2020-0001
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-05-09 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:15:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Mead
NearestCityorTown: Henderson
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Person departed vessel
AccidentCause1: Other
OtherAccidentCause: Passenger/skier behavior
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
On May 9, 2020, at approximately 1215 hours, Vessel #1 was beached on shore in Swallow Cove, Lake Mead. Occupants #3, and Occupant #4 were jumping from the fixed canopy structure on Vessel #1 into the water. 

Occupant #4 advised that a portion of his clothing caught on the structure when he jumped. Occupant #4 stated that this caused him to tip head first toward the water and his right arm struck an unknown metal object at the stern of Vessel #1. 

The metal object caused an approximately 3.5 in laceration to the upper right arm of Occupant #4. Occupant #4 was treated for his injuries and transported to local hospital for additional treatment.


BARDID: NV-2020-0002
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-05-09 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:29:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Mead
NearestCityorTown: Boulder City
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
On Saturday, May 9, 2020 at approximately 5:29 pm, I, Game Warden was notified by Nevada Department of Wildlife Dispatch about a vessel accident near Sandy Cove.  The information was that a single vessel had struck a submerged rock and became disabled.  

There were no reported injuries.  I arrived on scene at approximately 5:43 pm and located the boat and its owner.  There was no visible damage above the waterline.  Operator1 stated they were coming back from The Narrows and turned to come into Hamblin Bay/Sandy Cove area between two islands.  He stated that they were traveling about 10 mph and when passing between the two islands, the underside of the hull struck a submerged object which disabled the vessel and caused it to come to an immediate stop.  One occupant had a slight injury to his right hand, but refused any type of medical treatment.  Other than that, no other injuries were reported.  Operator1 was towed back to Sandy Cove where he called to report the accident.

Operator1 told me that he had someone who was going to tow him back to Callville Bay where his boat trailer was parked.  I instructed them to take the boat in, so we could get it on a trailer and assess the damage to the vessel.  After the vessel was pulled out of the water, I was able to observe damage to the prop, driveshaft, and fiberglass on the underside of the vessel.  The fiberglass damage was about 24 inches long and 8-10 inches wide near the through hole where the driveshaft passes through the hull.  The prop also had extensive damage.  One blade was bent and multiple blades had chunks missing.  Photos were taken and information gathered from all parties on the vessel.


BARDID: NV-2020-0003
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-02-06 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 10:54:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Mead
NearestCityorTown: Boulder City
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (non-fuel)
AccidentCause1: Ignition of spilled fuel or vapor
DayofWeek: Thursday
RedactedNarrative:
OWNER OF THE VESSEL WAS WORKING ON HIS MOTOR AND SPRAYED SOME QUICK DRYING ELECTRONIC CLEANER. THE CLEANER IGNITED AND CAUSED A SMALL EXPLOSION. 

THE FLAMES CAUSED INJURIES TO THE OWNERS FACE AND RIGHT ARM. A WITNESS MANAGED TO GRAB A FIRE EXTINGUISHER THAT WAS AT THE HELM AND PUT THE FIRE OUT AND HELPED THE OWNER FLUSH HIS EYES OUT WITH WATER. 911 WAS CALLED AND EMS RESPONDED. OWNER WAS TREATED AND TAKEN FOR FOLLOW UP AT HOSPITAL.


BARDID: NV-2020-0004
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-04-25 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 01:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Colorado River
NearestCityorTown: Boulder City
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Fair
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Steering
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
OPERATOR WAS LOOKING FOR A PLACE TO CAMP ALONGSIDE THE RIVER SOUTH OF WILLOW BEACH AZ. HE OBSERVED A ROCK STICKING OUT OF THE WATER AND TRIED TO MANUEVER THE VESSEL AWAY HOWEVER THE STEERING MALFUNCTIONED AND HE STRUCK THE ROCKS. 

DAMAGE TO THE VESSEL INCLUDED A 16" HOLE ON THE PORT SIDE OF THE BOW, 4.5FT AND 3.5FT SCRATCHES ALONG THE PORT SIDE OF THE HULL AND A 1.5FT SCRATCH ON THE PORT SIDE OF THE STERN. 

THE VESSEL CAPSIZED AND THE OPERATOR AND 1 PASSENGER SWAM TO SHORE. THEY WERE PICKED UP BY THEIR FRIENDS WHO WERE TRAVELING IN A SEPARATE VESSEL. THE DAMAGED VESSEL WAS TOWED UPSIDE DOWN BACK TO WILLOW BEACH BOAT RAMP.


BARDID: NV-2020-0005
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-05-05 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:12:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Colorado River
NearestCityorTown: Laughlin
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentEvent3: Person struck by vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause2: Navigation rules violation
DayofWeek: Tuesday
RedactedNarrative:
Per Bullhead City PD Case #20-02590:
V1 was traveling south and made a wide u-turn directly in front of V2.  V1''s right side struck the right side of V2, ejecting D1 casuing him to strike V2.  

D1 sustained a severe laceration to his right arm that was several inches long.  V2''s operator and passenger were both uninjured.


BARDID: NV-2020-0006
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-05-05 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:18:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Colorado River
NearestCityorTown: Laughlin
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause3: Navigation rules violation
DayofWeek: Tuesday
RedactedNarrative:
Per Bullhead City PD Case #20-02586:
V1 was traveling south on the west side of the Colorado River.  He said he was unable to see very well due to water spraying in his face and he failed to turn in time causing him to strike a concrete bridge pillar.


BARDID: NV-2020-0008
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-05-16 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:19:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Mead
NearestCityorTown: Boulder City
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Skier mishap
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Sharp turn
AccidentCause3: Force of wake/wave
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
On 5/16/20 I, Game Warden was on boating patrol on Lake Mead. At approximately 15:27 hours I was dispatched to a vessel accident and informed the vessel involved would be at Hemenway Boat Launch. Upon arrival at Hemenway Boat Launch I interviewed operator who informed me that he was operating in the middle of the lower boulder basin towing 3 people on a tube. The operator did not know the direction of travel he was going nor the speed, when the tube he was towing flipped. One of the three persons being towed was injured as a result of the tube flipping and trying to hold on.

The only descriptive information that was available came from one of the three persons being towed who stated in a witness statement, “We were on the tube, the water was kind of choppy all I can remember was sliding to the right and the tube flipping”. 

The tube sliding to the right was likely due to the operator making a sharp left-hand turn causing the tube to move in a slingshot fashion at a high rate of speed; ultimately leading to the tube flipping, causing Victim to hold on and sustaining a shoulder injury. 

Victim was assessed by emergency medical services on scene for his injuries. Victim was later transferred to St. Rose Dominican Hospital for further evaluation and treatment. I contacted Victim on 5/21/20 to obtain information on the nature of his injuries and discovered that his only injury was a dislocated right shoulder.


BARDID: NV-2020-0009
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-05-18 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:30:00
CoordinatesConfidence: C
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Mead
NearestCityorTown: Boulder City
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Rough
Wind: Storm
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Person departed vessel
AccidentCause1: Other
AccidentCause2: Weather
AccidentCause3: Hazardous waters
OtherAccidentCause: Passenger/skier behavior
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
On 05/18/2020, I Game Warden responded to a National Park Service (NPS) call of a drowning off Saddle Island at Lake Mead National Recreation Area. Reference NPS CAD# LM202000004538. The drowning was caused by voluntarily leaving the vessel during hazardous conditions to go swimming in open water. 

The vessel involved had three occupants. Victim and Operator voluntarily left the vessel to go swimming without PFDs when the wind and water conditions began to drift the boat. 

Subject1 stayed on the vessel and struggled at first to operate the boat to rescue Victim and Operator. When Operator finally reboarded the vessel, they were unable to locate Victim. The party then contacted NPS via 911 and both NPS Rangers and Nevada Department of Wildlife Wardens began a search for Victim. Victim was not recovered during the search. NPS case is still open and identification of Victim has not been verified.


BARDID: NV-2020-0010
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-05-16 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:05:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Colorado River
NearestCityorTown: Laughlin
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentEvent3: Person struck by vessel
AccidentCause1: Navigation rules violation
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
On 05/16/2020 at approximately 1409 hours Game Wardens were flagged down by civilians at Bullhead City, Arizona Community Park while on patrol by vessel on the Colorado River. Game Warden and I beached our vessel and began to assess the scene. The party stated that there was a vessel accident involving two Personal Watercrafts (PWC) one occupied by a black male adult and the other unoccupied. the party also stated a bystander was hit by one of the PWC''s and needed medical assistance.

     I exited the patrol vessel and rendered first aid to victim1 who had a small cut to her left knee. I advised dispatch to send medical to the scene. Other people had already rendered aid as well and stopped the bleeding with a bandage wrap around her knee. I then began to question Victim1 as to what had occurred.

     Victim1 stated that she was sitting in her chair halfway in the water at Community Park with her granddaughter on her lap. 

Subject	was driving a PWC bearing the Arizona bow numbers (V1) coming in her direction. Victim1 stated that V1 was going between 5-10 MPH and was out of control of his PWC and collided with another PWC, which was anchored and no one operating or on it, that was in front of her bearing the Arizona bow numbers  (V2). V1 then struck V2 in the port bow and went over the handlebars and the stern of the vessel and striking Victim1 in the left leg causing a small cut to her leg. Subject2 was unharmed by V1.

     After I finished speaking with Victim1 Bullhead City EMS evaluated her and advised she go to the hospital to get it checked out by a doctor. Victim1 got a ride from a family member and self -admitted to Western Arizona Regional Medical Center (WARMC).

     I spoke with Operator1 who was operating V1. Operator1 stated he was operating V1 when he saw a kid swimming in the river in front of him. He turned to evade the kid and collided with V2 and Victim1 shortly after turning.

I asked Operator1 if he had been drinking.  
Operator1 stated he had one beer an hour ago.
At approximately 1423 hours I began to conduct Seated Field Sobriety Test''s (SFST''s) on Operator1.
At approximately 1434 hours I concluded my SFST''s on Operator1 and determined he was not impaired from alcohol. Operator1 did not meet any of the criteria for clues showing possible impairment.

     I continued my investigation of the vessel accident and documented photos of both vessels including the damage. I gathered witness statements from civilians on the beach that witnessed the whole scene. 

     I was able to conclude at the end of my investigation that Operator1 was operating V1 in a manner that caused the collision with V2. Game Warden issued Operator1 a citation for Rule 8 of the U.S. Coast Guard Inland Navigation Rules, Failing to Take Action to Avoid Collision (Citation). Operator1 refused to sign the citation. Game Warden noted this on the citation and gave Operator1 his copy.
Game Warden and I then cleared from the scene at approximately 1512 hours.

On 05/17/2020 at approximately 1145 hours, I met with Victim1 and documented her injuries after the bandages were removed and scanned a copy of her release paperwork from WARMC. Dr. and Dr determined that she suffered a sprained knee and prescribed her medication for the pain.


BARDID: NV-2020-0011
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-04-30 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lahontan Reservoir
NearestCityorTown: Fernley
County: Lyon
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Unknown
DayofWeek: Thursday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator was paddling a Kayak near beach 5, approximately 300 meters offshore according to Park Rangers who responded, on the Lyon County side of Lahontan reservoir when, for an unknown reason, the kayak tipped over. 

Operator1 fell out of the kayak and was unable to right the vessel. Operator1 was wearing a PFD described as a type III but was unable to self rescue. Operator1 remained in the water for approximately 45 minutes according to her, she began to slip in and out of consciousness for the final duration of approximately the last 20 minutes she was in the water. 

Nevada State Park Rangers were dispatched through Lyon County dispatch at approximately 1330 hours along with Central Lyon Fire crews. The on duty Central Lyon County battalion chief was able to talk to a civilian vessel near the Silver Springs boat launch. 

The operator of the vessel agreed to take his vessel to Operator1'' location near beach 5 and attempt to rescue her. Subject1 was able to secure Operator1 on board his vessel and transport her to the shore at beach 5 where fire and EMS crews were waiting along with State Park Rangers. Central Lyon County fire and EMS personnel determined that due to the severity of hypothermia and length of time Operator1 was in the water, it would be best for Operator1 to be transported by Remsa Care Flight to Renown Regional Medical Center in Reno for emergency treatment. Central Lyon Fire crews transported Operator1 from beach 5 to the Silver Springs boat launch where they met with the Care Flight helicopter. Care Flight departed Lahontan State Park at approximately 1450 hours. Operator1 was treated at the hospital and released on 5-22-2020.


BARDID: NV-2020-0012
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-05-16 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 10:12:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Colorado River
NearestCityorTown: Laughlin
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by vessel
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause3: Navigation rules violation
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
V1 and V2 were traveling down river on the Nevada side.  V2 slowed to a stop and was struck by V1.  The operator of V2 was transported to the hospital for hip and rib injuries.


BARDID: NV-2020-0013
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-05-24 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:45:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lahontan Reservoir
NearestCityorTown: Silver Springs
County: Lyon
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Person departed vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person Struck by Propeller
AccidentCause1: Other
OtherAccidentCause: Passenger/skier behavior
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
On Sunday, May 24, 2020 at approximately 12:50pm, I, Game Warden was notified about a boat accident with injury that had occurred on the Silver Springs side of Lahontan Reservoir. The report was that a single person suffered from a propeller laceration and was at Beach 5. 

I spoke with and collected a witness statement from the husband of the injured female, Victim. He told me that he was operating the vessel at the mouth of the narrows on the Silver Springs side by the "big island" at a speed of approximately 5 miles per hour when his wife decided to sit on the transom of the boat. In his written statement, Husband says that his wife decided to hang off the back of the boat without him knowing and that her foot slipped off the boat and hit the prop before he was able to shut the engine off. 

Four additional adult occupants of the vessel were interviewed and completed written statements. The occupants report that Victim needed to pee and asked Husband to stop the boat to allow her to get into the water. 

The reports are that Victim got off the boat before Husband was able to stop the boat completely and put the boat in neutral. Victim''s left foot was struck by the boats propeller, resulting in a laceration of approximately 3 inches long, to the bone, on the inside of the arch of the foot. Lyon County Sheriffs office had already wrapped the wound by the time we arrived on scene. Victim declined treatment by Lyon County EMS. Husband transported her to the hospital after we collected his statements. Warden photographed Victim''s bandaged foot, while i was collecting statements and filling out preliminary paperwork.


BARDID: NV-2020-0014
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-05-24 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:20:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Mohave
NearestCityorTown: Laughlin
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Navigation rules violation
AccidentCause2: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator2 stated that Operator1 was operating his PWC out of control and she did not see him before they collided. Based on the damage to both PWCs, it appears that Operator1 caused the collision. The damage to V1 was contained to the Starboard-Bow area, with significant fiberglass damage to the hood and the Starboard mirror broken off. The damage to V2 was contained to the Port Side Hull near the Bow Eye. 

It appears V2 was on plane travelling from the open basin back into Arizona Telephone Cove, V1 approached from the port side allegedly out of control. Based on the damage, it appears that V1 let off the throttle just prior to colliding with V2, which caused the bow of V1 to drop underneath of V2. By letting of the throttle prior to the impact, V1 would not have been able to steer to avoid the collision.  V2 did not have time to react and continued its path of travel, resulting in V2 travelling over the hood of V1. The striations on the hood of V1 and the fiberglass damage caused by the compression from V2 on top of V1 supports this.

NPS paramedics evaluated both individuals and both individuals declined transportation, opting to self-transport to the hospital for further evaluation. Operator2 suffered a broken nose and had missing segments of skin on her face. Operator1 suffered a laceration near his left eye, two broken upper front teeth, and a split lower lip.


BARDID: NV-2020-0015
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-05-10 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:24:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Mead
NearestCityorTown: Boulder City
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Rough
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Fair
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent3: Capsizing
AccidentCause1: Weather
AccidentCause2: Hazardous waters
AccidentCause3: Navigation rules violation
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
On May 10, 2020, Game Wardens were attempting to rescue a group of stranded boaters off the shore, just west of Swallow Bay at Lake Mead.  An emergency call came over the radio from National Park Service Dispatch about a capsized vessel with 12 people in the water just east of where we were working.  I broke off and quickly arrived on the scene of the capsized vessel.  There were 12 people all over in the water.  I immediately began pulling people out of the water and requested more officers to join me.  I pulled 4 females and one male out of the water at which time Game Warden was on scene. We learned that there was a 3 year old female trapped under the capsized vessel that was still floating upside down.

There was an adult male with the vessel, the grandfather of the missing child, who began helping me hook a tow line to the bow eye so the vessel could be towed to shore in an attempt to make rescue efforts easier.  As I began towing into shore, the vessel began sinking rapidly and dragging the rear of my boat down.  The male that I had pulled out of the water was standing at the tow rope with a knife and I had him cut the tow line.  Grandfather was still with the vessel and Warden moved in and hooked a tow line to the bow with the help of Grandfather and towed the vessel into a protected shoreline.  I immediately took off all of my duty gear and, along with multiple members of the party, began rescue efforts for the trapped juvenile.  Warden went back out and finished retrieving individuals off a reef.  As more Game Wardens and National Park Service Rangers arrived, we were able to pick the bow of the vessel up far enough for Game Warden to get under, locate the juvenile, and pull her to safety.  She was immediately transferred to National Park Service medics and was determined to be unharmed.

Based on the operator and witness statements, as the vessel was heading out into the lake to return to the marina, the waves were so bad, that the operator decided to go back to shore.  As he turned, they struck a submerged reef, which put about a 2-foot-long by 3-4-inch-wide gouge in the underside of the hull towards the bow.  As this happened, large waves broke over the stern of the vessel and swamped it.  As the vessel began to sink, the operator ordered everyone out of the boat.  All were able to get off the boat except for the 3-year-old juvenile.  Statements said that there were 11 people on board the vessel, however, when trying to officially document and identify those 11, only 10 could be officially documented as having been on board.  All but 1 person in the water had PFDs on, the male that I pulled out of the water did not have on a PFD but was able to use a Type IV style PFD to stay afloat.  The grandfather, who was in the water was Grandfather, who had swam out from shore.  He did not have on a PFD either.


BARDID: NV-2020-0016
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-06-13 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:22:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Colorado River
NearestCityorTown: Laughlin
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Navigation rules violation
AccidentCause3: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator was traveling upriver towards the dock at a high rate of speed when he began losing control and attempted to turn away from the dock while still traveling at a high rate of speed. 

The PWC impacted the dock, travelled up on top of the dock, and slid across the dock before ending up in the water on the other side of the dock. Both the operator and the passenger were ejected from the PWC. The operator landed in the water on the other side of the dock, the passenger landed on the dock and his left thigh was impaled by a dock cleat.


BARDID: NV-2020-0017
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-05-06 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:57:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Mead
NearestCityorTown: Overton
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Skier mishap
AccidentCause1: Sharp turn
AccidentCause2: Force of wake/wave
DayofWeek: Wednesday
RedactedNarrative:
On 05/06/2020 at approximately 1659 hours, I received a report from Lake Mead Interagency Communications Center of a tubing accident that occurred at Echo Bay. LMICC reported a female was unable to feel anything from the waist down. I responded emergent to Echo Bay, and arrived at approximately 1721 hours. On scene I observed a 19 year old female sitting in a vessel at the Echo Bay Launch Ramp. I started on scene patient care and determined that the patient had full and intact circulation and motor function in all of the extremities. Moapa Valley Fire and EMS arrived on scene at approximately 1725 hours, and took over patient care. 

I conducted interviews with the other people on board. The operator of the vessel, Operator, stated they were just outside of Echo Bay pulling the patient and the patients brother on a tube behind the vessel. Operator stated she took a sharp turn and the patient was ejected off the tube at approximately 20 mph. Operator showed me a video of the accident. In the video, I observed the patient get thrown from the tube and the patients body do a extreme bend on her spine. 

I had Operator and another witness on the vessel fill out witness statements. I did not suspect any violations, or alcohol to be a contributing factor. I conducted a vessel safety inspection on the Operator's vessel. Her vessel was in good standing, and no safety violations were observed.


BARDID: NV-2020-0018
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-05-24 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 07:32:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Mead
NearestCityorTown: Las Vegas
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (fuel)
AccidentCause1: Ignition of spilled fuel or vapor
AccidentCause2: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Ventilation
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
On 05/24/2020 I received a report of a fully engulfed boat fire at the Callville Launch Ramp. I arrived on scene and observed a 26'' vessel fully engulfed on the western bank of callville bay approximately 50 yards from the launch ramp. The owner/operator of the vessel, Operator, stated he launched his vessel with the blower running, or so he thought, and turned his motor on. He stated the vessel ran for a couple minutes then died, he then attempted to restart the motor when the boat "exploded". He stated he attempted to but the fire out with his on board fire extinguisher, but to no avail. 

Henderson Fire Department arrived on scene and was able to extinguish the fire with foam retardent. The vessel was sunk from the fire. Operator stated he nor his 4 other passengers were injured during the incident. The vessel was successfully recovered by employees of Callville Bay Marina, and was towed by SnaP Towing.

Operator stated he bought the vessel a couple months prior for $4000 dollars and had a "couple hundred" dollars in repairs into it.


BARDID: NV-2020-0019
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-05-30 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Colorado River
NearestCityorTown: Laughlin
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by vessel
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Navigation rules violation
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
AccidentCause3: Improper lookout
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
I Game Warden contacted V2 Operator who was involved in the accident. V2 Operator was cleared by Bullhead City medical and sustained slight bruising and redness to her left side shoulder, left arm and left leg. V2 Operator stated that she was operating a PWC bearing the Arizona bow numbers with her boyfriend, V2 Passenger, riding behind her. V2 Operator stated she was heading north towards David dam on the right side of the river when she was about to reach the buoy line on the Colorado River that is a no boats allowed section below Davis dam. V2 Operator stated that she was going approximately 5-10 MPH when she performed a left turn on the river now facing west. V2 Operator stated that a white male adult, identified as V1 Operator, was operating a PWC bearing the Arizona bow numbers heading north in her direction at a speed of approximately 10-20 MPH. V2 Operator stated that at approximately 1330 hours V1 struck V2 on the mid portside of the vessel and then struck her in the left shoulder, left arm, and left leg. V2 Operator stated that V1 Operator was ejected from V1 into the water. V1 Operator was able to reboard V1 safely. V2 Operator stated that they contacted each other on the river to make sure each other were okay and then both parties left to their camps.

V1 Operator began to explain the story of the PWC accident and it corroborated with V2 Operator's statement. V1 Operator stated however that the V2 cut him off and made an abrupt left turn in front of him in the same location stated by V2 Operator which is in front of the no boat buoy line below Davis dam. He stated that both parties left to their camps and later contacted each other about 30 minutes after the accident. 

After inspecting both vessels I saw the V2 sustained fiberglass damage to the mid port side of the vessel and the handle to the reverse switch was broken off for an estimated total damage of about $1700. V1 sustained an estimated $1500 in damage to the bow hull of the vessel. I was able to conclude that V1 was operating in a manner that caused the collision with V2 at a speed greater than V2 and struck it on the mid port side of the vessel. I issued V1 Operator a citation for Rule 8 of the U.S. Coast Guard Inland Navigation Rules, Failing to Take Action to Avoid Collision.


BARDID: NV-2020-0020
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-05-11 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:50:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Colorado River
NearestCityorTown: Laughlin
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause2: Excessive speed
AccidentCause3: Sharp turn
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
Per Bullhead City PD Case # 20-02715:
V1 and V2 were traveling south in the middle of the Colorado River.  V1 made a sudden left turn in front of V2 causing V2 to T-bone V1.


BARDID: NV-2020-0021
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-05-30 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:20:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Colorado River
NearestCityorTown: Laughlin
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by vessel
AccidentCause1: Navigation rules violation
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
AccidentCause3: Improper lookout
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
On 05/30/2020 at approximately 1238 hours Game Warden 2 and I, Game Warden 1, were flagged down by occupants of a personal watercraft (PWC) bearing the Arizona bow numbers, stating that they were in a accident and wanted to file a report. We instructed the occupants of V2 to beach on the North Davis Camp Bullhead City, Arizona near Canopy 32. After we beached our patrol vessel, I was able to identify the driver of V2 as V2 Operator and the passenger as V2 Passenger.

I asked both occupants if there were any injuries in which V2 Passenger stated that he had a few bruises and cuts along his leg and arm. I advised dispatch and Bullhead City EMS was enroute to our location. I began to speak with both occupants of V2 and they stated that at approximately 1220 hours they were cruising north on the Colorado river. They then slowed down and began to drift in the current. They stated that a Hispanic male adult (HMA) driving a PWC (V1), that is unidentified, was cruising behind them at approximately 10-20 mph and struck the starboard stern of V2. They stated that V1 then struck V2 Passenger in the right arm and right leg and struck V2 Operator in the right arm. The driver of V1 turned to render aid and V2 Operator stated that the HMA gave them his first name and cell phone number and then left the scene. The HMA was later identified as V1 Operator.

Game Warden 2 began to photograph the damage of V2. V2 had fiberglass damage over a foot on the starboard stern of the vessel. This damage to V2 and injuries sustained by both occupants is consistent with the story of V1 striking them from behind. 

After multiple attempts to contact V1 Operator to get his side of the story on the accident to finish the report, I was unsuccessful as of 06/24/2020.


BARDID: NV-2020-0022
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-05-31 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Colorado River
NearestCityorTown: Laughlin
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by vessel
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
AT APPROX. 1330 ON 5/31/2020, V1 PWC OPERATOR WAS TRAVELING TOWARD V2 AT HIGH SPEED. V2 WAS DRIFTING DOWN RIVER. V1 OPERATOR RELEASED THE THROTTLE AND TRIED TO TURN THE PWC AWAY FROM V2. V1 CRASHED INTO V2, KNOCKING V1 OPERATOR OFF HER PWC. A 3RD PWC (V3) WITH THE GROUP, PULLED V2 OPERATOR UP OUT OF THE WATER ONTO HIS PWC. V2 OPERATOR SUSTAINED MINOR INJURIES TO RIGHT KNEE AND RIGHT ELBOW. V1 OPERATOR DID NOT SUSTAIN ANY INJURIES. 

AT APPROX. 1445 ON 5/31/2020, I, GAME WARDEN CONTACTED BOTH OPERTORS AT MALOWS JET SKI RENTAL TO TAKE THE ACCIDENT REPORT. WHILE TALKING TO V2 OPERATOR, I NOTICED THE INJURIES AND ASKED HER IF SHE NEEDED MEDICAL ATTENTION. SHE AGREED TO HAVE MEDICAL TAKE A LOOK AT HER INJURIES. MEDICAL ARRIVED ON SCENE, TREATED AND RELEASED HER.


BARDID: NV-2020-0023
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-06-03 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lahontan Reservoir
NearestCityorTown: Silver Springs
County: Lyon
WaterConditions: Rough
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/swamping
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Weather
DayofWeek: Wednesday
RedactedNarrative:
On Wednesday, June 3, 2020, I, Game Warden was notified via phone by State Park Ranger that there had been a single vessel boat accident on Lahontan and that the vessel was sinking. I responded in my patrol boat to the area of the Narrows where the reported accident had happened. State Park Rangers were already on scene and had the two male occupants of the sinking vessel on their patrol boat when I arrived. I observed the bow of an 18'' Tracker Targa bearing NV 7491KZ on the shoreline, with approximately half of the vessel under water. 

The occupants of the swamped vessel were able to maneuver the boat to a shallow cove located on the south side of the Narrows and safely beach the vessel, so it wouldn’t fully sink. I collected verbal and written statements from both individuals. Operator told me that they had been out fishing on lake since 6:30 am that morning and had decided to start heading back to the Silver Springs launch ramp due to worsening weather conditions. The two men described very windy conditions and very choppy water when the accident occurred. Wind was strong to the North East. Water had approximately 2-3'' swells. Operator told me that he was cruising at approximately 18 miles per hour (to keep on plane and prevent water splashing) through the Narrows along the North shoreline.

Operator told me that he had a large dip net stored vertically in one the rod holders mounted by the helm, and due to the wind speed, he was worried that the dip net would rip off the rod holder. Operator decided to try and remove the net from the holder while still under way. When Operator removed his hands from the steering wheel to remove the net, a combination of the vessels speed, wind speed/direction and waves allowed the vessel to change directions abruptly towards the rocky shoreline. Operator did not have enough time to respond and change course of direction before the vessel ran aground on the North shoreline. 

The starboard side of the bow made impact first, making the boat yaw to the port side slightly, allowing the starboard side of the vessel to impact the rocks along the shoreline. The two occupants were able to push the vessel off the rocks and back into the channel, unable to tell the true scope of the damage. Once in the channel, that is when the boat began to swamp. Operator then maneuvered to the cove to safely beach the boat. The keel at the bow was severely dented as well as the plastic guard ripped away. Several deep scrapes were observed along the starboard side of the hull. Approximately 10ft from the bow, a 5-inch puncture on the bottom of the hull allowed water to swamp the vessel. The lower unit and prop also impacted rocks along the shoreline.

Neither occupant suffered any injuries during the accident, neither occupant had consumed any alcohol during the day. All the required safety equipment was on the vessel at the time of the accident.


BARDID: NV-2020-0024
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-06-06 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:42:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Colorado River
NearestCityorTown: Laughlin
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by vessel
AccidentCause1: Navigation rules violation
AccidentCause2: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Subject stated that she was hit by a white male adult on a white PWC (V1) that fled south downriver after hitting her.

According to V2 Operator, V2 was traveling down river on the right side of the river closest to the shore, as V1 approached them head on traveling upriver. V1 was coming directly at V2, and attempted to turn away at the last second, causing V1 to impact V2 on its port side bow, and continue down the port side of V2, also impacting V2 Operator and V2 Passenger. Any attempt made by V2 to avoid V1 would have led to V2 running aground onshore as V2 was traveling downriver closest to the shoreline.


BARDID: NV-2020-0025
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-06-05 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:22:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Mead
NearestCityorTown: Boulder City
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Weather
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
Report came into Lake Mead Interagency Communication Center of a vessel swamped taking on water in the Swallow Bay area RP advised there were four adults and one juvenile who were all safe on lane with food/water and no medical issues. 

Officer and I responded from Government dock on a marked patrol vessel to the area. Upon arrival to the Swallow Bay area we saw two individuals on land flagging us down. The boat was on the other side of the cove. I went onto land to retrieve the individuals. 

The 1988 blue Bayliner was parallel to the shoreline and waves were still swamping the vessel. The operator of the boat said that waves started to come into the side of the boat and started to skink. 

All five individuals were transported to Boulder Harbor where they said their vehicle was parked. I asked the operator of the vessel if he had ever been rescued on Lake Mead before and he informed me that his boat had been swamped before on the lake but he was not the operator. All occupants were dropped off at Boulder Harbor and informed they needed to make arrangements to retrieve their boat.


BARDID: NV-2020-0026
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-06-12 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Mead
NearestCityorTown: Boulder City
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Rough
Wind: Storm
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Person departed vessel
AccidentEvent3: Capsizing
AccidentCause1: Weather
AccidentCause2: Hazardous waters
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
I, Game Warden 1, with the Nevada Department of Wildlife (NDOW) was on duty on a patrol vessel with Game Warden 2 at the Lake Mead National Recreational Area on June 12th, 2020.  I heard a call from the National Park Service''s (NPS) dispatch that a vessel had swamped near Roadrunner Cove at approximately 1430 hours. 

The vessel was found capsized in a vertical position with its bow above water. We took 11 passengers from shore onto our patrol vessel and then to Hemenway Harbor. No one was injured. 

The operator said he was trying to leave the shoreline with 9 people onboard and 2 people on shore. Two large waves came over the side of the vessel and swamped it. The occupants were able leave the vessel and swim to shore. The vessel rotated once swamped to the capsized position found.


BARDID: NV-2020-0027
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-06-21 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Colorado River
NearestCityorTown: Laughlin
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by vessel
AccidentCause1: Navigation rules violation
AccidentCause2: Sharp turn
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
On Sunday 6/21/20 I, Game Warden 1, was on patrol by vessel on the Colorado River in Laughlin, NV. I was a double unit with Game Warden 2. At approximately 11:15 hours a unidentified adult male operator of a PWC flagged us down just south of Davis Camp, advising us that an accident had occurred down river. Game Warden 2 instructed the PWC operator to show us where to go, informing him that we would follow him.

At approximately 11:19 hours I arrived on scene located on the nevada shore inside of the Harrah's Flat Wake Zone. Upon arrival I observed the an adult Hispanic male (victim) identified as V2 Passenger holding his leg which apeared to be broken. V2 Passenger had half of his body in the water and the other leaning against a large boulder. At this time Game Warden 2 had requested medical. V2 Passenger was with several other bystanders who were aiding in stabilizing his leg.

Additionally, V2 Passenger could not speak english and I could not get a statement from him nor much information at all. Shortly after V2 Passenger's wife V2 Operator walked over from the Harrah's beach, where their PWC was located. V2 Operator verbally stated that she was operating the PWC traveling south at approximately 20-30 MPH when a white adult male having tattoos and operating a yellow and white PWC traveling south going at an unknown speed made a sharp turn and struck the starboard side of her vessel, causing V2 Passenger who was a passenger to be ejected from the vessel. The operator on the yellow and white PWC then fled the scene traveling south. V2 Operator also complained of pain on her right side from her ribs down to her thigh.

Both V2 Operator and V2 Passenger were then evaluated by Clark County Fire Department EMT's and transferred to WARMC Hospital for further evaluation. I contacted V2 Operator on 6/24/20 to ask what the nature of her and V2 Passenger's injuries were. She stated that she suffered from contusions to her right: ribs, elbow, hip, and knee. She also stated that V2 Passenger suffered from a broken Femur bone and dislocated knee. V2 Passenger recieved surgery for his femur.


BARDID: NV-2020-0028
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-06-20 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Mohave
NearestCityorTown: Laughlin
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
OWNER PUT VESSEL INTO THE WATER OFF THE TRAILER AT KATHERINES LANDING BOAT RAMP. HIS FRIEND BACKED THE VESSEL UP WHEN IT STALLED. HE STARTED TO DRIFT AND COULD NOT GET THE VESSEL RESTARTED. THE FRIEND AND SOME BYSTANDERS PUSHED THE VESSEL TO A BOAT SLIP. THE OWNER WAS WALKING BACK FROM DROPPING THE TRUCK/TRAILER OFF IN THE PARKING LOT WHEN HE NOTICED IT STARTING TO SINK. BY THE TIME HE GOT TO THE VESSEL IT WAS HALF WAY SUNK IN THE WATER IN THE SLIP. THE BOW OF THE VESSEL WAS STICKING OUT OF THE WATER IN THE BOAT SLIP WHEN I ARRIVED. TOWBOAT USA WAS CALLED TO BRING IT UP.


BARDID: NV-2020-0029
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-06-20 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Mohave
NearestCityorTown: Laughlin
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Other
OtherAccidentEvent: Limb tangled in activity equip
AccidentCause1: Other
OtherAccidentCause: Passenger/skier behavior
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
OPERATOR SPED UP AFTER CLEARING THE NO WAKE ZONE AT KATHERINES LANDING WHEN THE WIND PICKED UP A SKI TUBE THAT WAS ON TOP OF THE AFT BENCH SEAT AT THE STERN OF THE PONTOON BOAT. THE INJURED 7 YEAR OLD BOY WRAPPED HIS HAND AROUND THE TOW ROPE OF THE SKI TUBE IN ORDER TO KEEP IT FROM FLYING AWAY. THE SKI TUBE CAUGHT AIR AND PULLED AWAY FROM THE VESSEL AND WHEN IT GOT TIGHT IT SEVERED THE RING FINGER AND THE MIDDLE FINGER OF THE LEFT HAND OF THE CHILD. IT ALSO CAUSED BURNS ON THE BACK SIDE OF THE LEFT PALM.


BARDID: NV-2020-0030
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-06-15 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 07:40:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Comins Lake
NearestCityorTown: Ely
County: White Pine
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
On June 6, 2020 at approximately 0740 Hours Operator was observed by Witness 1 tipping over in his kayak into the water approximately 50ft from the shore at Comins Lake.  Witness 1 with his fishing boat came to Operator's aid by pulling him into his boat and proceeded to escort Operator back to shore.  Once on shore Operator began demonstrating signs of hypothermia and requested medical personnel. Once Medical arrived Operator was transported via ambulance to the hospital for further care.  Hospital staff later cleared Operator and released him from the hospital.  There was no suspicion of foul play.


BARDID: NV-2020-0031
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-06-21 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Rye Patch Reservoir
NearestCityorTown: Lovelock
County: Pershing
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentCause1: Hull failure
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
On June 22nd, 2020 I, game warden 1, was advised by Nevada State Park Ranger 1 of a vessel that had taken on water at Rye Patch Reservoir on June 21st, 2020.

     On June 23rd, 2020 I contacted Ranger 1 in order to collect information on vessel 1 (V1), bearing Nevada registration, which was the vessel that had taken on water. Ranger 1 advised he and Nevada State Park Ranger 2 responded to a report that V1 had taken on water and was located at the ramada campground at Rye Patch State Recreation Area. Ranger 1 and Ranger 2 assisted with the retrieval of V1 from the water with a backhoe in an attempt to load V1 on its trailer. I received a copy of a Nevada Division of State Parks Motorist Assistance Release Form from Ranger 1 with the registered owner''s name and contact information (attached).

     On June 26th, 2020 at approximately 1802 hours I met with the registered owner of V1, V1 Operator, at his residence. While at the residence I took photographs of V1 and the damage sustained. V1 Operator advised that at approximately 1400 hours on June 21st, 2020 he observed water on board in the rear of V1 as they prepared to tow a skier. V1 Operator then advised he operated V1 back to shore. V1 Operator advised at approximately 1500 hours Ranger 1 and Ranger 2 arrived and assisted with the retrieval V1 onto its trailer. V1 Operator advised V1 was secured by the bow eye to the backhoe. While the backhoe pulled V1 by the bow eye, the bow eye was broken off V1. V1 Operator advised they secured V1 by the ski pylon. While the backhoe pulled V1 by the ski pylon, the pylon mount was damaged. Despite the damage sustained, V1 was successfully loaded on the trailer. Subject advised there were 5 persons on board V1: Passenger 1, Passenger 2, Passenger 3 and Passenger 4.

     V1 Operator advised the damage that allowed V1 to take on water was caused by rot in the transom of V1. V1 took on water due to several cracks in the hull around the outboard motor mount. V1 Operator advised no one was injured on board V1. V1 Operator advised V1 was able to turn over and start after being submerged.

     On June 28th, 2020 I met with Ranger 1 and received a photograph of V1 underwater but secured to the beach (attached).

     On June 28th, 2020 at approximately 1741 hours I met with V1 Operator to conclude the investigation. V1 Operator filled out a witness statement (attached).

     V1 had damage to the transom, around the mount hardware for the outboard motor. During the retrieval of V1 the bow eye was broken off. During the retrieval of V1 the ski pylon mount was damaged. It is estimated that the cost of damage to V1 is approximately $2000.


BARDID: NV-2020-0032
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-06-27 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Tahoe
NearestCityorTown: Stateline
County: Douglas
WaterConditions: Rough
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Person departed vessel
AccidentEvent2: Collision with floating object
AccidentCause1: Other
AccidentCause2: Hazardous waters
AccidentCause3: Machinery failure
OtherAccidentCause: Passenger/skier behavior
MachineryFailure: Engine
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
On Saturday, June 27, 2020, at approximately 1403 hours, Deputy and I were dispatched to a report of a vessel in distress, with multiple occupants in the water, in the vicinity of Edgewood Golf Course on Lake Tahoe, Nevada.

While Subject1 was en-route to the area west of Edgewood Golf Course, we were advised two of the vessel occupants that were in the water had been recovered by Ski Run Marina personnel. We were also advised the vessel in distress (pontoon boat bearing California registration CF 8535LE), and remaining occupants on board, had been recovered and was being towed back to Ski Run Marina by another Ski Run Marina vessel.
 
Upon arrival to Ski Run Marina, Deputy made contact with one of the persons in the water and learned the following:
Subject2 was on the rental pontoon boat approximately 1.5 miles off the beach of Edgewood Golf Course and approximately one mile north of Ski Run Marina. Subject2 decided to jump in the water, from the vessel, and go for a swim while wearing her personal floatation device. Subject2 did not account for the rough water conditions and had difficultly swimming. Subject3 noticed Subject2 was having a difficult time swimming and decided to jump in the water, while wearing his personal floatation device, to assist her. Subject3 also had a difficult time swimming and began to ingest water while attempting to swim. 

One of the occupants on the pontoon boat, observed both Subject2 and Subject3 struggling to swim in the rough conditions of Lake Tahoe. Subject4 unsuccessfully attempted to start the pontoon boat''s motor in order to navigate it over to Subject2 and Subject3''s position in the water. At the time of the incident, Subject4 was unaware the reason for the pontoon boat being nonoperational. Subject4 also unsuccessfully attempted to contact Ski Run Marina personnel, via the pontoon boat''s hand held radio, to advise them of the emergency situation. Subject4 was able to utilize her personal cellular telephone to contact Ski Run Marina personnel and request assistance.
 
Ski Run Marina personnel later arrived on site and observed Subject2 and Subject3 approximately fifty yards away from the pontoon boat. Both Subject2 and Subject3 were able to board a Ski Run Marina vessel and return safely back to Ski Run Marina. Subject4 and the remaining occupants on board the pontoon boat were later towed back to Ski Run Marina by a different Ski Run Marina vessel. It was later determined the rental pontoon boat was not operational due to a stern dock line that had gotten wrapped up in the boats propeller. We later learned no damage was caused to the vessel due to the wrapped up stern line. 

Once back on shore, Subject2 declined to have any medical attention. Subject3 was assessed by medical personnel from South Lake Tahoe Fire Department. Due to Subject3 swallowing some water and later vomiting, Subject3 was transported, via ambulance, to Barton Memorial Hospital for further evaluation. At the time of this report, Subject3''s health status was unknown.


BARDID: NV-2020-0033
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-07-08 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:23:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Mead
NearestCityorTown: Henderson
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Skier mishap
AccidentCause1: Sharp turn
AccidentCause2: Force of wake/wave
DayofWeek: Wednesday
RedactedNarrative:
At approximately 13:21 the Tige boat was traveling south bound while towing an inflatable tune with 3 juveniles onboard. The vessel was conducting a figure 8 maneuver and turning to the left. The tube went to the right of the vessel and outside of the vessel's wake. The tube hit waves from the wake of another vessel. The tube went air board from the waves. A female juvenile was one of the tube positioned in the middle seat. The female juvenile hit her head on the shin of another occupant on the tube. The female briefly lost consciousness and suffered an injury to her head. The female juvenile was transported to Callville Bay Marina on the Tige Boat and transferred to the care of NPS Medical personnel.


BARDID: NV-2020-0034
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-06-24 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 10:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Colorado River
NearestCityorTown: Laughlin
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Sinking
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Engine
DayofWeek: Wednesday
RedactedNarrative:
On 6/24/20, the vessel was traveling south on the Colorado River. This vessel was occupied by 7 people. After a short distance, the vessel''s engine began to overheat and eventually turned off. 

The vessel began to take water into the engine compartment. Occupants attempted to self-bail the engine compartment, but the water was coming in at too great of a rate. All occupants exited the vessel with Personal Floatation Devices (PFDs) as the vessel sank. 

When the vessel was recovered, it was noted that the exhaust hoses had melted and the large amount of water coming into the engine compartment came through both 4 in diameter exhaust hoses that had torn holes. The vessel was underwater for approximately 18 hours and suffered damage to all seating areas and excessive water damage to the engine.


BARDID: NV-2020-0036
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-07-11 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:11:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Mead
NearestCityorTown: Boulder City
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Sharp turn
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
On 7/11/20, At approximately 1511 hours a PWC being operated by Operator  with occupant was cruising at approximately 65 mph headed south east from Lover's Cove. While cruising, the operator witnessed a large wake or wave from an unknown vessel rolling straight at the PWC. 

Operator made a sharp right turn to avoid the wave/wake. During the avoidance maneuver Operator was ejected from the PWC to the right side while the Occupant was ejected to the left side of the PWC. Both made contact with the water and were able to swim back to the PWC. 

Operator did not sustain any injuries but Occupant suffered 7 broken ribs, bruised spleen, bruised left lung and mild internal bleeding. Occupant was transported to the hospital and treated for injuries. The cause of the accident was from the sharp turn to the right at a high rate of speed.


BARDID: NV-2020-0037
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-07-05 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Colorado River
NearestCityorTown: Laughlin
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentCause1: Hazardous waters
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
On 7/5/2020 at approximately 1730 hours, I Game Warden 1 and Game Warden Lieutenant 2 observed a 2013 22'' Shockwave owned and operated by Operator that appeared to be in distress.  This incident occurred on the Colorado River near Laughlin Nevada in the Harrahs no wake zone.  Upon arrival next to the vessel I observed that the vessel was taking on water and that two of the occupants had jumped out and were swimming in the water near the boat without PFD''s. 

 I threw a type IV to one of them and we instructed the others to put PFD''s on while we helped Operator get the boat to the shore of the river before it completely sank.  We were able to get the vessel and all occupants to the shore of the river with out injury.  The vessel was secured to the shore with a rope.  

Game Warden 3 and Game Warden 4 arrived soon after and assisted with the incident.  All of the gear from the vessel was loaded on our vessel and the occupants of the swamped vessel were placed on Game Warden 3 and Game Warden 4’s vessel.  We then transported the gear and the occupants back to Fishermans access boat ramp where they were safely offloaded.   That evening US Tow Boat came and recovered the vessel. There was no major fiberglass damage found on the vessel that would have caused It to swamp.  The vessel appears to have taken a wave over the bow that caused it to take on water to a point where it would have sunk.


BARDID: NV-2020-0038
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-06-12 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 10:42:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Mead
NearestCityorTown: Boulder City
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Skier mishap
AccidentCause1: Other
OtherAccidentCause: Passenger/skier behavior
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
Subject was surfing behind the vessel when he lost balance and fell into the water.  The force of the impact with the water dislocated his shoulder.


BARDID: NV-2020-0039
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-07-05 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:45:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Mead
NearestCityorTown: Boulder City
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Navigation rules violation
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
On 7/5/20, (V2) was impacted by (V1). V2 was waiting for V1 to leave a slip in the Las Vegas Boat Harbor. V1 backed away from the slip and turned to the port while V2 began to back into the slip. The operator of V1 was unable to make the appropriate port side turn and panicked. When the operator panicked, he placed the vessel in full throttle forward and attempted to continue to steer to the port. The vessel was unable to make this turn and contacted V2 on the port side of the vessel with the starboard pontoon. The tip of the pontoon penetrated through the fiberglass and through the wood frame of V2.


BARDID: NV-2020-0040
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-07-12 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:35:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Colorado River
NearestCityorTown: Laughlin
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by vessel
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause3: Navigation rules violation
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
From my investigation, and supporting facts, it appears V2 was the stand-on vessel and altered her course to port with a vessel on her own port side, preventing the give-way vessel (V1) from reacting in ample time to take appropriate action alone to avoid the collision and continued its path of travel. Based on the damage, it appears that this caused the bow of V1, operated by Operator 1, to impact the port side rub rail near the stern of V2, operated by Operator 2, causing V1 to ramp on top of V2. The starboard side hull of V1 then struck Operator 2, impacting his left hip, left ribs, back, and left shoulder. The hull of V1 then impacted the handlebars of V2 and continued down the port side of V2. Fiberglass damage and striations to the port side rub rail near the stern of V2 indicates the point of impact from V1. Rips and burns on the seat of V2, damage to the left handlebar near the engine cutoff lanyard attachment point, and striations on the port side gunwale and rub rail, indicate the path of travel V1 took across V2. The damage to V1 was contained to the starboard side bow and along the starboard side hull.


BARDID: NV-2020-0041
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-06-17 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:59:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Mead
NearestCityorTown: Boulder City
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
AccidentCause3: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Wednesday
RedactedNarrative:
Boat rented from Air B n B house, inexperienced driver with only a few minutes of experience drove onto large boulders at about "6 miles per hour". Boat became stuck on boulders, multiple attempts had been made prior to Law Enforcement arrival to get boat off of the rocks. All occupants transported to shore. No injuries.


BARDID: NV-2020-0042
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-06-19 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lahontan Reservoir
NearestCityorTown: Dayton
County: Lyon
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/swamping
AccidentCause1: Navigation rules violation
AccidentCause2: Sharp turn
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
The operator of V1, V1 Operator, and the operator of V2, V2 Operator were stopped, facing each other on PWC's, with approximately 30 feet of distance between them near beach 3 at Lahontan Reservoir, Lyon County, Nevada. 

V1 Operator started the PWC she was operating and immediately opened the throttle to near full, reaching an estimated speed of approximately 20MPH. As she neared V2 Operator, who remained stopped, V1 Operator made a last minute attempt to swerve to the left, away from V2 Operator's PWC but was unable to clear the vessel. 

V1 struck the front of V2 just under the hood hinge with the bottom of V1 near the anti-cavitation plate approximately 96 inches from the bow on the underside of the starboard side of the vessel. Neither of the operators was thrown from a vessel or injured. 

V1 then began to take on water and sit low in the water. V2 Operator and V1 Operator switched PWC's and were able to reach shore where V1 was recovered to a PWC trailer. V2 did not take on water and remained in operation throughout the following days until the crash was reported two days after occurrence. By the time the crash was reported, V1 Operator had already left the lake and was unable to provide a statement.


BARDID: NV-2020-0043
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-07-13 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:46:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Tahoe
NearestCityorTown: South Lake Tahoe, CA
County: Douglas County
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (fuel)
AccidentCause1: Ignition of spilled fuel or vapor
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
On 7/13/2020 at approximately 1445 hours, Subject1 was attempting to put fuel into his 2001 Formula open bow.  Subject1 said as he was inserting the fuel line from the portable gas tank, flames suddenly appeared near the fill up tube.  Subject1 said he pulled the fuel line out of his boat and ended up spraying fuel on the dock and onto his father''s boat (206 Reinell 246).  The spilt fuel began to burn.  

Subject1 said he immediately ran to the house and grabbed three fire extinguishers.  Subject1 was able to extinguish the fire prior to the fire departments arrival.

Subject1''s vessel sustained a small amount of damage to the starboard quarter.  Dad’s vessel sustained damage to the port mid side, and damage to the boat cover.  The dock sustained damage to approximately 6 dock boards.


BARDID: NV-2020-0044
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-08-09 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Tahoe
NearestCityorTown: Stateline
County: Douglas
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by vessel
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
AccidentCause3: Navigation rules violation
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
At approximately 1330 hours, on August 9, 2020, I (Deputy) was notified of a jet ski collision involving two jet skis on Lake Tahoe, approximately 850 yards off Round Hill Pines Beach. At approximately 1400 hours, I arrived on scene at Round Hill Pines Resort and learned the following:
At approximately 1310 hours, Operator 1 and his son, Occupant 1, rented a jet ski from Round Hill Pines Resort. Operator 1 was the operator and Occupant 1 was the passenger. 
At approximately 1310 hours, Operator 2 and his sister, Occupant 2, rented a separate jet ski from Round Hill Pines Resort. Operator 2 was the operator and Occupant 2 was the passenger. 
At approximately 1330 hours, Operator 2 and Occupant 2 were sitting on their jet ski approximately 850 yards outside Round Hill Pines Beach having a conversation about the water colors in Lake Tahoe. Operator 2's jetski had not been mobile on the water for approximately 1 - 2 minutes (I spoke to both Operator 2 and Occupant 2 independently and their stories both matched). While sitting on their jetski, speaking about the water, they both heard a noise coming from the right side of their jet ski. The noise was consistent with a jet ski moving on the water at a fairly high speed. Due to the noise, Operator 2 and Occupant 2 both looked to their right and observed a jet ski occupied by Operator 1 and Occupant 1 approximately twelve feet away moving directed towards them. Neither Operator 2 nor Occupant 2 had time to react to the incoming jet ski. 
Operator 1's and Occupant 1's jet ski made contact with the right rear portion of Operator 2's jet ski, damaging multiple portions of Operator 2's jet ski (Operator 1's jet ski did not sustain any damage). Operator 1's jet ski also made contact with the right rear calf area of Operator 2 while she was sitting on the jet ski. 
Operator 1 and Occupant 1 dismounted their jet ski and went into the water. Operator 2 and Occupant 2 remained on their jet ski and made it to shore so Occupant 2 could receive medical attention. 
Operator 1 and Occupant 1 were able to get back on their jet ski and operate it back to shore without any further issues. Operator 1 and Occupant 1 were in the water for approximately 1 minute.
Operator 1 later told me he was "fucking around" on the jet ski and neither he nor Occupant 1 noticed Operator 2's jet ski was not moving until they were very close to hitting it. Operator 1 said he was probably going approximately 35 miles an hour in the water prior to impact. Operator 1 did not know if he and Occupant 1 jumped off their jet ski prior to impact or if they were knocked off due to the impact. Operator 1 said "everything happened so fast". 
I later made contact with Occupant 2 and learned she was transported to Carson Tahoe Hospital, by Operator 2, for further medical evaluation. Medical personnel were not originally required on scene or at the beach following the collision.
While on scene, I took twenty six digital photographs of both damaged vessels. I was not able to take photographs of Occupant 2's injured leg due to her not being on scene.


BARDID: NV-2020-0045
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-07-18 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:00:00
CoordinatesConfidence: C
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Mohave
NearestCityorTown: Laughlin
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Person departed vessel
AccidentCause1: Other
OtherAccidentCause: Passenger/skier behavior
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
On July 18, 2020, I, Game Warden, responded to a possible drowning/CPR in progress at Yoke Cove on Lake Mohave.  When I arrived, there was a male in his late 20''s early 30''s who appeared to be unresponsive, unconscious, and not alert.  CPR was being performed on him by members of the party and good Samaritans.  As I was first on scene, I began directing in more medical and police response.  Bullhead City Fire and Rescue had a boat arrive not long after I did that were able to take over medical care and transport the victim to Western Arizona Regional Medical Center in Bullhead City.  After the victim had been transported, I began speaking with members of the group.  

Based on verbal statements and some written statements, the victim had taken the rental boat from the beach, without permission and without being on the contract, with some of the group’s members. They went out approximately 30 yards from shore and began swimming.  One of the group members that was swimming stated, through a translator, that he had an injured leg and while swimming, he began to panic.  Subject1 was wearing a PFD.  Victim jumped off the boat to assist Subject1.  Based on witness statements, when Victim jumped off the boat, the force of him jumping off, pushed the boat away from him.  Victim did not have a PFD on when he exited the vessel.  As he tried to assist Subject1, he began to get tired and went under the water.

Another member of the group saw him struggling and going under, jumped in with a life jacket to help Victim.  Subject2 got to him and began to pull him to shore.  She got to shore and was assisted in pulling Victim out of the water where more members of the group and good Samaritans began calling for help and starting CPR.  

It was stated that Victim was hungover from the day before and it was unknown if he had consumed alcohol that day.  Victim was also told to wear a life jacket if he got in the water to swim.  Victim stated that he would be fine and did not need one.  Although he had not been to the lake before and the renter of the vessel who has been frequenting the lake for many years was the person imploring him to wear his PFD.  

Victim was pronounced deceased at 1411 hours at Western Arizona Regional Medical Center.  A full autopsy report will be included in the National Park Service report #7568 and Mohave County/Bullhead City Medical Examiner case #20-1372.


BARDID: NV-2020-0046
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-07-18 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lahontan Reservoir
NearestCityorTown: Silver Springs
County: Lyon
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/swamping
AccidentCause1: Other
OtherAccidentCause: Unseen water hazard
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
On Saturday, July 18, 2020, at 1415 hours, I, Game Warden was notified via radio by my dispatch that there was a black and white ski boat, in the Narrows of Lahontan Reservoir, that was taking on water, with an unknown number of occupants on board and was requesting my assistance. I responded in my patrol boat to the area of the Narrows where the incident was reported.

 I observed a black and white Correct Craft Super Air Nautique ski boat, bearing Nevada registration numbers, with five occupants on board (4 adults, 1 child), being towed by another black and white ski boat. As I approached, the adults frantically waved their arms at me to get my attention and signal that they needed assistance. I maneuvered my boat so that I was travelling parallel to them approximately 15 feet off their port side, which allowed me to speak with the occupants. 

The operator of the vessel, identified as Operator, told me that they had ran aground and he was taking on water and that his engine was completely submerged in water. Occupants 1,2,3,4 were occupants on board. Occupants 1, 2, and 3 were wearing Personal Floatation Devices PFD''s. I pulled four occupants on board my vessel, leaving the owner/operator on the damaged vessel in order to steer and pump out water. I was able to safely tow the damaged vessel to the North Shore Launch Ramp on the Fallon side of the lake. 

I collected verbal and written statements from the Operator and Witness 1 and 2. They all told me that they were getting ready to wake board by Coyote Island on the Silver Springs side of the Narrows when they ran aground on a sandbar approximately 250 yards off Coyote Island. Operator told me that he was testing his wake setting controls before they began, the vessel was traveling 9.8 miles per hour and nobody was in the water at the time of the grounding. 

Witness 1 told me that he exited the vessel to push it off the sandbar and inspect the vessel for damage after hearing a loud grinding noise. Witness 1 was able to push the vessel off the sandbar and observe that the prop and drive line mount had been ripped out of the fiberglass hull causing extensive fiberglass damage. The damage to the hull allowed the engine compartment to start swamping, Operator told me that his bilge pump was unable to pump out the water fast enough, eventually filling the entire engine bay with water. 

     I photographed the damage the best I could at the time and collected the required information I needed. I confirmed that the operator had not consumed any alcohol during the day and none of the occupants had been injured during the event. All the required safety equipment was on the vessel at the time of the accident. 

I contacted Operator on the morning of July 20, 2020 to request to finish photographing the damage now that the vessel had drained completely. He agreed. I met with Operator at his residence to finish photographing the damage to the vessel. 

     I attribute decreasing reservoir water levels and lack of operator's knowledge of Lahontan's navigational hazards to be the leading causes of the accident.


BARDID: NV-2020-0047
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-07-19 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:36:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Colorado River
NearestCityorTown: Laughlin
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Navigation rules violation
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
From my investigation and supporting facts, it appears V2 was traveling upriver passing V1 on V1''s port side. V2 altered course to starboard upon hitting a wake from another vessel and losing control, in addition to operating at an unsafe speed, thus operating V2 in front of V1. V1 had insufficient time to alter course due to proximity of vessels and speeds underway during these manuevers. V1''s bow impacted V2 on the bow starboard quarter. The collision caused ejection of both operators.

V1''s operator claims that his right shoulder was dislocated during the collision which was self diagnosed, however medical treatment was refused. V2''s operator claimed no injury.

V1 sustained no damage. V2 sustained an estimated $2000 in damages with the damage consisting of cracked fiberglass on the front starboard quarter as well as paint damage along the starboard rub rail.


BARDID: NV-2020-0048
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-07-25 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 20:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Mead
NearestCityorTown: Boulder City
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
The operator, identified as Operator and an unknown adult male passenger were boating in the boulder Basin on Lake Mead on 7/25/2020. The vessel (V1) was borrowed from the registered owner. Sometime around 2000 hours, V1 began to take on water which swamped and capsized. 

Witnesses were on another vessel passing by. Witness 1 said as they approached, two men were sitting on the bow of V1 with only one wearing a PFD. There was a significant amount of water in the hull and as they got closer V1 began to turn and capsize. Witness 1 and Witness 2 pulled the two men out of the water. Witness 1 said neither of the men spoke any English and did not appear to be injured. Witness 1 reported the incident to National Park Services. He began to take the two men to the harbor when another vessel flagged them down. The two men board the other vessel, whose operator also did not speak any English, and left.

V1 was towed into shore the next day. V1 did not have any significant signs of damage that would suggest a large impact occurred. V1 had a 115 HP motor on it. V1''s capacity plate allows a maximum of 90 HP. It is unknown if the size of the engine contributed to the incident. There was a language barrier with the operator and officers investigating were unable to determine the cause(s) of the swamping.


BARDID: NV-2020-0049
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-07-28 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:17:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Colorado River
NearestCityorTown: Laughlin
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Unknown
DayofWeek: Tuesday
RedactedNarrative:
V1 was traveling down river with one male operator and one female passenger along the Nevada shoreline, located across from Community Park. During this time the female passenger was ejected from the vessel due to undetermined causes. The female sustained two lacerations to her face with the cause being undetermined. The female passenger was transported to Western Arizona Regional Medical Center where she was further evaluated/treated.

Both the operator and the female passenger stated that they do not know what caused her ejection and injuries. 

V1 did not sustain any damage during the incident.


BARDID: NV-2020-0050
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-07-26 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:50:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Mead
NearestCityorTown: Boulder City
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fall in vessel
AccidentCause1: Navigation rules violation
AccidentCause2: Sharp turn
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator of vessel was making a very aggressive right hand turn. He put all his weight on his left leg and heard a loud cracking sound. He stopped his PWC and was in extreme pain. Operator broke tibia and fibula in left leg directly above the ankle.


BARDID: NV-2020-0051
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-08-02 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:40:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Colorado River
NearestCityorTown: Laughlin
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Navigation rules violation
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
AccidentCause3: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
From my investigation, and supporting facts, it appears V2 was traveling downriver near the Nevada shoreline when V1 came across the river from near the Arizona shoreline. V1 then began traveling downriver behind V2 when it attempted to overtake V2 by travelling towards the middle of the river. V2 did not see V1 approaching and thus was unable to take effective action to avoid the collision. V1 did not take ample action to overtake V2, causing the port side bow of V1 to impact the starboard side gunwale of V2 above the rub rail near the stern. V1 continued across the starboard side gunwale of V2 for several feet. Fiberglass damage to the starboard side gunwale near the stern of V2 indicates the point of impact from V1, and striations in the gelcoat of the starboard side gunwale indicates the path of travel V1 took across V2.


BARDID: NV-2020-0052
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-07-09 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 23:38:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Mead
NearestCityorTown: Boulder City
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Thursday
RedactedNarrative:
SUMMARY:
On July 9, 2020 at approximately 23:38 hours within the jurisdiction of Lake Mead National Recreation Area, Lake Mead Interagency Communications Center (LMICC) received a report of a vessel accident at the Las Vegas Boat Harbor. The reporting party was identified as Witness 1 who is a security guard at the Las Vegas Boat Harbor. Witness 1 informed dispatch that a vessel crashed into the Las Vegas Boat Harbor dock near the security guard station. Witness 1 informed dispatch that he asked the operator of the boat to stay on scene as park rangers were on their way to take a report. Witness 1 told dispatch that the group yelled at him in an aggressive manor before leaving the area. 
     
ASSIGNMENT:
I was dispatched to the Las Vegas Boat Harbor by LMICC at approximately 23:38 hours on a report of a vessel accident. 

NARRATIVE:
I was on boat patrol with Officer on the northeast side of the Boulder Basin. It was reported by LMICC that a vessel struck the dock near the guard station at the Las Vegas Boat Harbor. The occupants of the vessel were reported to have a verbal altercation with Las Vegas Boat Harbor security staff before leaving the accident scene. 

ACTION TAKEN:
I arrived on scene at the Las Vegas Boat Harbor at approximately 00:20 hours. I contacted Witness 1 and identified him by state driver's license. Witness 1 pointed at a vessel docked in the Las Vegas Boat Harbor and informed me that it was the involved vessel from the accident. I observed a white SeaDoo vessel parked near the guard station with its bow pointed towards the dock. LMICC informed me that the vessel returned to a Individual 1. 

I observed damage to the bow of the vessel. I also observed that the dock in front of the vessel had sustained damage. 

I impounded the vessel so rangers could identify the owner and operator of the vessel when they returned for their vessel. 

I interviewed Witness 1 and received a voluntary and verbal statement from him (see interview below and attached written statement). 

I cleared the scene at approximately 01:19 hours. 

On July 10, 2020 at approximately 1400 hours, Officer was dispatched to Las Vegas Boat Harbor on a report that the owner of the vessel had returned to retrieve his vessel. Officer identified the operator of the vessel as Operator by state driver's license. 

Officer interviewed and received a voluntary statement from Operator (see attached). 

Officer issued MEJIA a violation notice under my name for failing to report an accident with damage over $2,000. Officer informed me that Operator stated that he did not stay to file a report due to a family emergency that was ongoing outside of Lake Mead NRA jurisdiction. 

Officer asked Las Vegas Boat Harbor staff if they wanted to seek retribution for damages to the dock. Las Vegas Boat Harbor staff informed Officer that they did not seek payment for the damage to the dock. 

INTERVIEWS:

Witness 1:

I learned from Witness 1 that he observed a vessel with several people aboard, travel at a high rate of speed before crashing into the Las Vegas Boat Harbor dock near the guard station. Witness 1 approached the individuals and observed them picking up debris including alcoholic beverage containers from the dock. Witness 1 informed the group associated with the boat that he reported the vessel accident and that park rangers were on their way to the accident scene to take a report. Witness 1 informed me that after he asked the group to wait for rangers to arrive that the group became agitated with him and told him not to call the park rangers. The group left the dock before rangers arrived on scene. 

Witness 1 (see Officer's supplemental report) states in his voluntary statement that he “accidently hit the dock"...


BARDID: NV-2020-0053
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-08-06 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Mead
NearestCityorTown: Boulder City
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
AccidentCause2: Navigation rules violation
MachineryFailure: Engine
DayofWeek: Thursday
RedactedNarrative:
On 08.06.2020 at approximately 1600hr Operator was attempting to moore his vessel in slip. Operator stated that he experienced a throttle/engine failure and was blown into vessel 2 by a strong gust of wind. 

The collision tore the waterslide off the stern of vessel 2 and bent some of the aluminum supporting structure. Opeartor's vessel appeared to suffer minor damages to its port side haul and gunwale. The collison was observed by multiple Marina employees as detailed in their witness statements (attached).


BARDID: NV-2020-0054
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-08-01 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 09:38:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Mead
NearestCityorTown: Boulder City
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (fuel)
AccidentEvent2: Person departed vessel
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
AccidentCause2: Ignition of spilled fuel or vapor
MachineryFailure: Fuel
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
On august 01, 2020 i, u.s. park ranger, responded to the las vegas boat harbor fuel dock for a report of a vessel fire. I arrived on scene and was informed by a marina employee the fire was extinguished by las vegas boat harbor (lvbg) personnel. Contacted the owner and operator of the boat, operator 1. She reported she had just fueled the boat and was drifting away from the fuel dock.

 Operator 1 stated when she started the engine an explosion occurred in the engine compartment and up the center of the vessel. Operator 1 and passengers reported the explosion cause the engine cover to come open and the engine compartment was smoking. Operator 1 and passengers exited the vessel immediately. Lvbh personnel reported suppressing the smoke with a fire extinguisher and then pushed the boat away from the fuel dock towards shore. 

The vessel was an inboard/outboard. Operator 1 reported she did not have her blower on and does not turn it on after fueling. Operator 1 reported they vented the boat after fueling by leaving the gas cap off. All passenger''s reported they were okay and did not require medical attention one passenger advised she had a light burn on her arm, but stated she did not need medical attention. Due to the vessel free floating in the water, i was unable to inspect the damage or for required equipment.  Operator 1 later advised the manufacturer of the vessel inspected the vessel and reported the clamps on the fuel line that connect to the gas tank had failed.


BARDID: NV-2020-0055
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-08-16 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Tahoe
NearestCityorTown: Incline Village
County: Washoe
WaterConditions: Unknown
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentCause1: Restricted vision
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Per Self-report:
Operator was motoring approximately 5 mph, 150 yards off shore, and hit a submerged boulder that he could not see.


BARDID: NV-2020-0056
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-08-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Tahoe
NearestCityorTown: Incline Village
County: Carson
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Person departed vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by propeller
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause3: Navigation rules violation
DayofWeek: Tuesday
RedactedNarrative:
Swimmer in water approximately 13'' off starboard bow, mid-ship.  Vessel was at drift, then engine was started and placed into reverse to back up in order to avoid an ''at drift'' collision with a rocky shore line.  

Vessel reversed into a starboard u-turn direction, backing into and over a swimmer who was associated with the vessel.  Swimmer unable to swim clear of the oncoming, reversing vessel.  Propeller injuries resulted to swimmers right leg, arm and buttock.  Vessel was a rental vessel.  Operator had no experience with vessel operation.  See NDOW report # 20wl00171 for further details.


BARDID: NV-2020-0057
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-08-22 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:07:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Colorado River
NearestCityorTown: Laughlin
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
AccidentCause1: Hazardous waters
AccidentCause2: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
I, Game Warden, was patrolling the Colorado River by vessel on August 23, 2020 at approximately 1700 hours. A call was received for swimmers in distress at the Edgewater Casino dock. Witness 1, was on scene prior to my arrival.

Upon my arrival, three swimmers were holding onto the dock and the commercial vessel the London Jet. The swimmers were fighting a strong current and were unable to self-rescue. 

We pulled all three swimmers onto the dock from the vessel. Two swimmers were uninjured, the third suffered a laceration on her left eyebrow and complained of pain throughout her body. The injured party was identified as: Victim 1. Victim 1 was attended to by water rescue medics on scene and transported to Western Arizona Regional Medical Center. 

Victim 1 was operating a rented PWC, prior to returning the rented PWC, Victim 1 fell off the PWC and was unable to get back on due to the strong current in the area. Victim 1 floated by the Edgewater dock and grabbed ahold of the railing of the London Jet Boat. 

Upon following up on Victim 1's condition I spoke to Dr., Dr. stated that the only injuries sustained by Victim 1  was the laceration and low blood sugar due to diabetes.

The second individual that was not injured was attempting to help Victim 1, there was no damage to the PWC that she was operating. 

The third individual that was not injured was a good samaritan assisting. He was uninjured and there was no damage to the PWC he was operating.

The PWC operated by Victim 1 was recovered by the rental company. No damage was sustained to the PWC.


BARDID: NV-2020-0058
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-08-24 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Colorado River
NearestCityorTown: Laughlin
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Navigation rules violation
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
AccidentCause3: Improper lookout
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
I, Game Warden, was patrolling the Colorado River by vessel on August 24, 2020 at approximately 1100 hours. 
Reno dispatch requested that I respond to a vessel accident at North Davis Camp. 
Upon arrival at North Davis Camp two ambulances were on scene with individuals in each ambulance. Those individuals were later identified as: 

Operator 2, and Occupant 2

Both juveniles were transported shortly after I arrived on scene. 

The operator and passenger of V1 remained on scene, he was identified as: 

Operator 1, and Occupant 1

Vessel two operated by Operator 2 was traveling down river on the Nevada side adjacent to North Davis Camp. Operator 2 turned the PWC port to cross the river to go back to the beach. While traveling across the river to the east, vessel one operated by Operator 1 impacted V2 on the starboard side of the vessel. Both occupants of V2 were ejected. The operator of V1 assisted the occupants of V2 back to the beach. 

Damage on V2 is consistent with the accounts with cracked fiberglass on the starboard gun whale, the rub rail is compressed and deformed, and small tears in the seat. 

Damage on V1 is consistent with the accounts with all damage on the hull of the PWC below the bow. There is paint transfer, the fiberglass molded bow eye was compressed and cracked, and there is compression cracking on the hull of the PWC on the starboard keel and center area. 

Injuries suffered by Operator 2 were diagnosed as a lacerated liver, kidney, and minor abrasions on right leg. Operator 2 was transported to UMC sunrise for additional treatment and released on 8/26/2020.

Injuries suffered by Occupant 2 were a laceration above right ear and bruising on shoulder. Occupant 2 was released from the hospital on 8/24/2020. 
Upon conducting my investigation, I have determined V1 to be primarily at fault for the incident. V2 became the give way vessel when it turned to port crossing the river per Inland Navigation Rule #15, crossing situation. 

(a)     When two power-driven vessels are crossing so as to involve risk of collision, the vessel which has the other on her starboard side shall keep out of the way and shall, if the circumstances of the case admit, avoid crossing ahead of the other vessel.

Due to the circumstances and age of the operator of V1, no citation was issued.


BARDID: NV-2020-0059
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-09-13 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:21:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Mead
NearestCityorTown: Henderson
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Navigation rules violation
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel 1 was travelling in a westbound direction mid-basin of Lake Mead approximately 5 minutes outside of Callville Bay. The operator of Vessel 1 stated he was on plane at a speed of approximately 40mph. Vessel 2 was approaching Vessel 1 on it's port side at angle on plane. Vessel 2 failed to Give Way to Vessel 1 and struck the front port side of Vessel 1. 

Vessel 1 had 5 occupants on board. 2 occupants of Vessel 1 were injured beyond first aid in the collision and were transported to the hospital via ambulance. Vessel 2 had 2 occupants on board, and neither one sustained any injuries.

Vessel 1 was investigated and documented by Officer 1 and Vessel 2 was investigated by Officer 2. Vessel 1 went to Hemenway Launch Ramp after the accident and Vessel 2 went to Boulder Harbor. 

The owner of Vessel 1 advised the total damages to his vessel totaled around $20,000. The owner of Vessel 2 has not advised how much in damage was done in the impact.


BARDID: NV-2020-0060
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-09-19 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 22:45:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Mead
NearestCityorTown: Boulder City
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with submerged object
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel 1 was travelling westbound just east of Boulder Islands at Lake Mead at a speed of approximately 35-40 mph according to the operator. The operator stated he was heading back to Lake Mead Marina and at approximately 2245 hours on 09/19/2020 he impacted a shallow underwater obstruction near Boulder Islands. 

The operator struck the windshield with his head and the steering wheel with his chest. There was one other person on board who sustained pelvic and rib injuries in the collision. The passenger was treated by NPS Medics and transported to Sunrise Hospital via Community Ambulance. The operator self transported to the hospital. 

The operator stated he could not see the underwater obstruction. Lake Mead's elevation has dropped significantly since the beginning of the summer. New obstructions are not uncommon.

The operator/owner of the vessel stated the monetary damage done to his vessel is approximately $20,000. The owner stated he has full coverage insurance.


BARDID: NV-2020-0061
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-10-03 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:15:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Mead
NearestCityorTown: Boulder City
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fall in vessel
AccidentCause1: Sharp turn
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
On 10/03/2020 at approximately 1815 hours Lake Mead Interagency Communications Center (LMICC) reported a 53 y/o male who sustained a possible broken leg while making a sharp turn on his jet ski. I requested Community Ambulance to respond. The operator stated he was en route to Hemenway launch ramp from the Battleship Rock area and was approximately 30 mins out. 

The operator arrived at Operator at approximately 1932 hours. The operator was identified by his driver's license. Operator stated he was driving his 2017 Yamaha PWC at approximately 35 mph and took a sharp turn. Operator stated his left foot stayed planted in the foot well and the rest of his body twisted. I observed obvious deformation just below his left knee consistent with a tibula/fibula fracture. Operator stated he also had lower back pain. 

Operator was transported via Community Ambulance to Sunrise Hospital. Operator's daughter took possession of his PWC. 

Operator stated he did not have any alcohol to drink or consume any narcotics. I did not suspect either. 

I cleared the incident at approximately 1949 hours. 

//END REPORT//


BARDID: NV-2020-0062
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-06-20 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:11:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Tahoe
NearestCityorTown: Incline Village
County: Washoe
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentCause1: Congested waters
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
At approximatley 1207 on Saturday June 20, vessel 1 was travelling in a Southwest direction under 10 miles per hour just Northeast of the furthest Coastguard hazard buoy (buoy number Z) off of Sand Point in Lake Tahoe. As they approached the hazard area, multiple vessels were travelling in the opposite direction. Vessel 1 moved to the inside of the hazard buoy to avoid the other vessels. The front of the lower gearbox and skeg struck a rock that was just under the surface of the water. 

The passenger in vessel 1 called the crash into the Coast Guard Tahoe Station on the marine radio at 1211. I, Nevada Game Warden, responded to the call at 1218 where I found vessel 1 floating just inside the swim area at the Big Beach at Sand Harbor State Park. The vessel owner chose to drive the boat back to North Tahoe Marina in Tahoe Vista, California. North Tahoe Marina assessed the damage and determined the lower gear box damaged and in need of replacement.


BARDID: NV-2020-0063
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-09-12 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:15:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Tahoe
NearestCityorTown: Incline Village
County: Washoe
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
At approximately 1540 on Saturday September 12, 2020, I, Game Warden, was returning to Sand Harbor, Lake Tahoe, when I saw a boat being towed onto the beach. I asked what was going on and one of the Sand Harbor lifeguards said the operator had hit the rocks on the point and had been ejected from the boat. 

The boat operator was identified as Operator of Incline Village. North Lake Tahoe Fire Protection District medical team was on scene waiting for a separate injury not related to this incident. The Fire Captain, and another medic looked at Operator to make sure he was not injured. 

Operator had a small scrape on his right forearm, but otherwise, was not injured. Operator denied transport to the hospital. Washoe County Sheriff Deputy, was also on scene and asked Operator if he would like to take a voluntary preliminary breath test to show he had not been drinking at the time of the crash. Operator said he had been sober for 10 years and agreed to voluntarily take the test. The PBT showed a blood alcohol level of 0.00. I did not see any evidence of drugs or alcohol on board the boat. 

I asked Operator if he would give me a voluntary statement and he asked that I transcribe what he could recount of the crash. (The contact and interview with Operator on 09/12/2020 was audio-recorded and stored with the Nevada Department of Wildlife.) Not in the order of discussion, but in the order of the day's events, here is a summary of what Operator told me he could recount from the day.

 At approximately 2:30pm, Operator got on his boat by himself that is kept on a buoy at Lake Shore Terrace in Crystal Bay. Operator drove the boat across the bay to the Big Beach side of Sand Harbor and stopped approximately ¾ of a mile offshore. Operator sat with the boat turned off and made a few phone calls. Operator decided to head home at approximately 3:10 pm. Operator was travelling in a Northwest Direction toward Crystal Bay at approximately 65 miles per hour when the bottom of the boat struck a rock just under the surface of the water. The boat pitched toward the starboard side and he was thrown off the starboard side of the boat, breaking the side windshield of the vessel. Operator flipped through the air multiple times and landed in the water. Operator states he did not lose consciousness and was not wearing a life jacket. The boat continued travelling for a few minutes and came to a stop on it's own. Operator said while he was treading water, he noticed he was inside the Coastguard Hazard buoy Z that marks Sand Point. 

A nearby boat saw the collision and picked up Operator. Operator recalled the boat that picked him up had been a rental and one of the people on board works as a firefighter in Lodi California. The firefighter assessed Operator and advised him to see a doctor. The assisting vessel towed Operator's boat to Sand Harbor. Operator did not get the name of anyone on the assisting boat and they had left when I arrived to Sand Harbor.

Damage to the vessel included a large scrape in the fiberglass on the bottom of the hull, damage to the skeg and propeller and the starboard side windshield broken out.


BARDID: NV-2020-0064
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-07-29 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:42:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Tahoe
NearestCityorTown: Zephyr Cove
County: Douglas
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Wednesday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel 1 was operating at a low rate of speed. The operator of vessel 2 stopped travelling and started to drift. The operator of vessel 1 was not paying attention and struck the back port side of vessel 2 with the front of vessel 1. The operator of vessel 2 fell into the water upon impact. No one was injured. Only damage was caused to vessel 1.


BARDID: NV-2020-0065
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-07-25 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lahontan Reservoir
NearestCityorTown: Dayton
County: Lyon
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause3: Excessive speed
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
On July 25, 2020, Operator 2 was traveling slowly (nearly stopped, off throttle) near beach 5 at Lahontan State Park from east to west approximately 100 yards from the shoreline. Operator 1 was headed from north to south near the same location in a T-Bone position towards the starboard side of V2. 

Operator 2  observed V1 headed towards V2 in what appeared to be a collision path. Operator 2, stated that he turned hard to port and throttled V2 up in an attempt to avoid a collision, reaching approximately 10 mph, as is required by operational rights of way. 

Operator 1 stated that he was unable to change the course of V1 in time, panicked and "whiskey throttled", V1 into the rear starboard side of V2. ''Whiskey throttling'' is commonly referred to regarding an operator panicking, gripping the handles tightly which causes the throttle to engage and the machine they are operating picking up speed at an uncontrollably rapid pace.  

Operator 1 stated that he believed he was travelling approximately 10 mph at the point of impact, however, the damage to both vessels indicates the speed was approximately 20-25 mph as V2 was travelling in the same direction as V1 at the point of impact. 

Operator 1 ultimately was the stand on vessel as V1 neared V2, however, it is the responsibility of all operators, regardless of their right of way to take action to avoid a collision. 

Operator 2, operator of V2 saw the potential for a crash and took action to avoid the collision, whereas Operator 1, based on written and verbal statements, did not recognize V2 or the potential for a crash until it was apparently unavoidable. 

Operator 1 told both Operator 2 and I that this was his first time operating a PWC. Operator 2 operating V2 was determined to not be at fault because he recognized the potential for a crash and took steps to avoid collision, keeping a proper lookout and attempting to operate at a safe distance from other vessels in the water, as are all required by law. 

Operator 1, based on written and verbal statements did not keep a proper lookout, did not take action to avoid a collision and operated within five lengths of another vessel above a flat wake speed, in a way which restricted the visibility of Operator 1, ultimately causing a crash. It is apparent that there were multiple violations by Operator 1 which all potentially led to a crash causing property damage, however, due to the fact that Operator 1 was operating in such close proximity to another vessel in an unsafe manner above a flat wake speed and in a way which restricted visibility, Operator 1 was issued a citation for reckless operation of a PWC.


BARDID: NV-2020-0066
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-08-21 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:47:00
CoordinatesConfidence: C
NameOfBodyOfWater: Colorado River
NearestCityorTown: Laughlin
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person departed vessel
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentCause2: Navigation rules violation
AccidentCause3: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
The incident occurred on the Colorado River at the south end of Community Park beach in Bullhead City, Arizona. 

Vessel two (V1) was occupied by two individuals, a male operator and a female passenger. 

Vessel one (V2) was occupied by two individuals, a male operator and female passenger. 

V2 was idling, or moving at a slow pace adjacent to the south end of Community Park. The bow of the vessel was facing upriver or north. 

V1 was underway at an unknown rate of speed heading upriver or north. 

Surface conditions were choppy due to the other vessel traffic and river current. 

V1 was unable to avoid impacting V2, speed, proximity, operator experience, and operator intoxication are factors that caused the incident.

V1 impacted V2 from the stern of V2, at an approximate angle of 0-30 degrees, from the stern of V2 to the starboard of V2.

V2 was sitting lower in the water due to lack of speed, V1 was on plane.

V1 impacted passenger of V2 on the right side of the body, causing internal injuries, which ultimately led to the fatality.

Operator1 was charged with BUI.


BARDID: NV-2020-0067
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-10-03 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:29:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Colorado River
NearestCityorTown: Laughlin
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by vessel
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Improper lookout
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
On Saturday 10/3/20 I, Game Warden investigated a vessel accident located at Harrah's swim beach in Laughlin, NV. From my investigation and supporting facts, it appears V1 was traveling upriver (North) behind V2 on V2''s starboard side. V1 was operating at an unsafe speed and failed to maintain a proper lookout. V1 was also operating while in close proximity to other vessels. All of these factors ultimately resulted with V1 sideswiping V2 on V2''s starboard side. 

Upon impact both the operator and passenger of V2 were ejected from their vessel. 

The operator of V2 did not sustain any injuries. The passenger on V2 sustained a displaced fracture proximal fibula on her right leg. The passenger of V2 denied request for medical on scene and received treatment the following morning on 10/4/20 at Western Arizona Regional Medical Center.

Neither the operator nor the passenger of V1 were ejected upon impact. Both the operator of V1 and the passenger did not sustain any injuries during the collision.


V2 sustained minor paint damage to the starboard gunwale. The estimated cost of damages is $50. V1 did not sustain any damage during the collision.


BARDID: NV-2020-0068
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-12-06 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:52:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Mead
NearestCityorTown: Boulder City
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator explained that he was operating the vessel approximately 15-20 MPH near Black Island. At approximately 1252 hours they hit a submerged sand bar with their motor causing it to shut off and it began to leak oil. Operator stated he was able to start the vessel back up and beach it off the shore of Black Island. Operator then called NPS dispatch to advise them of the accident.
 
Game Warden then conducted a safety inspection. Operator was unable to produce a Type IV throwable in violation of NRS 488.193. Game Warden advised Operator to have himself and the three other passengers to put on a lifejacket and that we would tow their vessel into Hemenway Harbor where they had launched from.

At approximately 1342 hours, Game Warden and I towed the vessel back to Hemenway harbor from Black Island. At approximately 1423 hours we arrived at Hemenway Harbor. Operator was instructed to remove the vessel from the water onto his trailer to see the damage done to the vessel. Once the vessel was removed a hole could be seen in the lower unit of the vessel with oil coming out of it and the aluminum propellor was damaged. The estimated total damage to the vessel is $2150. 

Photographs of the vessel and the damage were taken. A witness statement was gathered from the operator and information was taken from the other three passengers. 

Game Warden issued a citation to Operator for failing to carry a Type IV throwable (Citation# 102795)

Information on how to review the accident report was provided to Operator and Game Warden and I cleared from the scene with no further action.


BARDID: NV-2021-0001
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-02-20 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 08:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Mohave
NearestCityorTown: Searchlight
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Rough
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Sinking
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Overloading
AccidentCause2: Weather
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
While on boat patrol near Cottonwood Marina in Lake Mead National Recreation Area, Rangers observed two people standing on the beach waving for help in Solicitor''s Cove at 10:26 on 02/20/2021. 
We drove over to their location in Solicitor''s Cove. The two males were later identified as OPERATOR 1 and PASSENGER 1. OPERATOR 1 stated that his boat sank and they swam to shore. OPERATOR 1 said that they had camped out the night before and were driving back to the Cottonwood Marina. OPERATOR 1 said that the waves came over the bow of the boat and they took on water. OPERATOR 1 stated that the boat sank approximately 200 yards off the shore of the beach. The boat was 12 ft in length and was loaded with two large males, and camping gear. The winds were approximately 20 mph with gusts up to 30 mph out of the south. The waves were out of the south with a height of 2-4ft. 
OPERATOR 1 and PASSENGER 1 swam to shore. PASSENGER 1 had a PFD on while in the water. OPERATOR 1 stated that he did not have time to grab a life jacket before the boat sank. OPERATOR 1 used a small boat fender as floatation to get to shore. PASSENGER 1 stated that he did not know how to swim and the PFD saved his life. The water temperature is approximately 60°. 
OPERATOR 1 stated that he was the owner of the vessel. It was a 12ft aluminum vessel with a 15hp outboard and a registration. OPERATOR 1 stated the vessel was worth approximately $3,000. OPERATOR 1 was able to retrieve some of the items on the vessel including camping gear and a cooler. The approximate coordinates of the vessel is 35.51044°N, -114.68021°W.
We gave OPERATOR 1 and PASSENGER 1 a courtesy transport to Cottonwood Marina. OPERATOR 1 stated a 3rd party was going to pick them up and give them a ride home since his keys were in the vessel. OPERATOR 1 stated that he would call a salvage company to retrieve the vessel.


BARDID: NV-2021-0002
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-03-28 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:29:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Mohave
NearestCityorTown: Searchlight
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
AccidentCause3: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel 01 was traveling north, parallel to the Six Mile Cove shoreline.Vessel 02 was traveling east, away from the shoreline at Six Mile Cove. The operator of Vessel 02 did not see Vessel 01 approaching stating he "came out of nowhere." Vessel 01 operator saw that they were on a collision course and attempted to slow or stop his jetski by "letting go of everything." Vessel 01 struck the rear of Vessel 02. Both operators were thrown from their jetskis. A boat in the area rescued both operators and towed the damaged jetskis to shore at Six Mile Cove.Both operators denied injury. Vessel 01 sustained disabling damage primarily to the keel in the form of an approximately 15 inch fracture. Vessel 02 sustained what appeared to be primarily cosmetic damage including a broken seat and broken fiberglass panel on the aft starboard side.


BARDID: NV-2021-0003
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-04-26 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 06:25:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Mead
NearestCityorTown: Boulder City
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Rough
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Fair
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Force of wake/wave
AccidentCause3: Weather
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
On April 26, 2021 I, Game warden 1, was on vessel patrol for the Bass Pro Shop fishing tournament that was taken place at Callville Marina, within the Lake Mead National Recreation Area, Clark County Nevada. I was assisted by my field Training Officer Game Warden 2. At approximately 0625 hours we were notified of a vessel that had been swamped just outside of the bay.  

It was reported that both occupants had made it to shore safely, and the vessel was full of water but on shore. A more precise location was given of “fire bowl cove” which is south east of Callville Bay. Upon arrival I observed a black in color fishing boat, California vessel ID, facing north west being pushed by waves into a large rock outcropping that made up this section of shoreline. I observed two subjects on land, one holding a dock line to the vessel. The weather was rough with gusts of wind at 25 mph and waves of 2-3 feet tall. 

Due to the weather the patrol vessel was shored around the east bend of the swamped vessel on the leeward side of the point. I was able to depart the vessel and walk the shoreline back to the stranded vessel. I made contact with both subjects who appeared to have personal floatation devices on their persons. Both subjects stated that there were no injuries. I instructed the vessel owner, later identified as Operator that the vessel would have to be left where it was due to the weather and we would transport him and his father, later identified as Passenger, back to the marina for safety. Both subjects complied and were placed on the patrol vessel and taken back to the marina without incident.

Once back at the marina I had both parties complete witness statement forms and describe what had happened. Operator stated he was driving east headed towards the “Narrows” when his boat hit a large wave. The wave lifted Operator out of his seat which pulled the emergency cutoff switch from the boat and turned the motor off. A second wave came over the stern of the boat, before Operator could power up the engine, and swamped the boat. Both parties were able to grab paddles and paddled to the location where they were retrieved. I provided Operator information regarding all known towing companies. We cleared the incident shortly after. 

On April 28, 2021, I obtained additional photographs of the vessel once it was removed from the water. The vessel appears to have major hull damage to the keel and chines of the boat. A vast majority of the gel coating had been rubbed off due to the rocks and exposed strands of fiberglass can be seen. The motor appeared to have slight rub marks from the rocks with apparent damage to the prop. All fishing equipment, gauges and trolling motor had been exposed to the water for approximately 24 hours before the vessel was retrieved. I have come up with a rough estimate of damage in the range of $15,000 without the motor being included. 

Nothing further.


BARDID: NV-2021-0004
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-04-23 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Mead
NearestCityorTown: Overton
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Rough
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Storm
Visibility: Poor
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause2: Weather
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
On April 24, 202 at approximately 1120 hours, I, Game Warden 1, was notified of a vessel that had been stranded in Cresent Cove located in the Virgin Basin of the Lake Mead National Recreation Area of Clark County. The weather was rough with high winds expected over the next couple days and waves ranging from 2-4 foot in height. 

The reporting party (RP) was Callville Marina who had been in contact with the stranded party the night prior. Callville Marina had rented a 59-foot houseboat to the party who brought along a personally owned 21-foot open bow boat. The renting party stated their rented houseboat had run aground and had swamped their personal boat due to the high winds the night prior. I was assisted by my Field Training Officer, Game Warden 2.

The RP stated they had talked to the renting party and all occupants were safe and unharmed. The RP had asked that NDOW conduct a welfare check on the occupants and vessels. While enroute to the stranded vessel's location we made contact with a representative from Callville Marina. The representative stated they were able to the houseboat back into the water and off the ground, but the eight (8) occupants were unable to be taken aboard due to the winds. We were informed that the marina had two waiting deck boats for the occupants to get them back to the marina. The deck boats were positioned in the “narrows” of Lake Mead where the wind was navigable. We offered to take the occupants from their location to the awaiting deck boats for safety concerns. 

Upon arrival I observed a red and white vessel, California identification, on the shore facing in a south-east direction. The vessel's port side was high in the air with the starboard side in the water being filled by water with each wave coming onshore. Debris from the vessel was strown in the water. Water filled the boat in its entirety due to the waves over the starboard side gunnel. East of the swamped vessel was the rented houseboat. The houseboat appeared to be removed from being stranded as we were previously informed. 

Once ashore I was able to make contact with all eight (8) occupants who denied any injuries. One of the occupants, later identified as Operator, was the owner of the swamped vessel. All occupants were asked to don their personal floatation devices from the houseboat and board the NDOW patrol vessel. Once all occupants were seated, we were able to transport them through the narrows to an unnamed cove (GPS Coordinates 36.14887, -114.57224) where the marina's deck boats were waiting. All occupants were transferred to the marina's vessels without incident and were transported to the Callville Marina. We cleared this incident shortly after.

On April 26, 2021 I was able to contact Operator and have him complete a statement form. Operator's statement states that the night prior they had been sitting in the houseboat when they heard banging. They emerged from the houseboat to find his personal boat being pushed ashore by the waves. He and two others boarded the vessel and attempted to reposition it. During this attempt, the boat was swamped by oncoming waves and began taking on water. Operator and the two others exited the boat, once placed on shore, and got in the houseboat. They called the marina who instructed them to remain within the houseboat and wait for help the next day. 

The houseboat was later retrieved by the marina and the swamped vessel was recovered by US Tow and taken to their secure location. A brief estimate of the damage on the vessel would show that approximately $10,000 in damage had occurred due to the amount of water in the vessel and the description of the vessel provided by the tow company once it was removed. 

Nothing further. 


Nothing further.


BARDID: NV-2021-0005
State: NV
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2021-05-15 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:31:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Colorado River
NearestCityorTown: Laughlin
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Navigation rules violation
AccidentCause3: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
V1 and V2 were both traveling north upriver when V2 made a sharp left turn to port. V1 did not see V2 turn until V2 was directly in front of them. V1 did not have time to react and impacted V2 near the port side gunwale, causing V1 to ramp up and impact V2 Operator's left leg/lower back with its hull and coming down on the hood of V2 causing severe fiberglass/mechanical damage. Rental company estimated damage to be $6000.00 and deemed V2 as totalled.


BARDID: NV-2021-0006
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-05-19 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Mohave
NearestCityorTown: Laughlin
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Improper lookout
AccidentCause3: Navigation rules violation
DayofWeek: Wednesday
RedactedNarrative:
Stand-on vessel (Vessel 1) was cruising soutbound mid-channel at approximately 35 miles per hour. Give-way vessel (Vessel 2) was travelling westbound at approximately 35 miles per hour. Operators of both vessels state that they lost sight of the other vessel. Operator of Vessel 2 noticed Vessel 1 immediately prior to impact and attempted to steer in the port direction to avoid collision. The bow of Vessel 1 impacted starboard beam of Vessel 2. Operator and passenger of Vessel 2 were ejected and passenger of Vessel 1 was ejected.


BARDID: NV-2021-0007
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-05-22 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:05:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Mead
NearestCityorTown: Boulder City
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Person struck by propeller
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Improper lookout
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
On May 22nd 2021, I, Game Warden 1, was Patrolling Lake Mead by patrol vessel. At approximately 1609 hours a call came out over the National Park Service (NPS) radio for a vessel accident with injury that happened in Gator Cove. The initial call stated a man was struck by a propellor while in gator cove with a lot of blood coming from his left leg. The operator of the vessel that struck the man self transported the victim to calville bay courtesy launch ramp where I made contact with them at approximately 1623 hours. I applied a tourniquet to the left leg as close to the groin as possible at approximately 1631 hours. The victim, later identified as Injured sustained multiple lacerations down the left sife of his leg, open fracture on his left arm, laceration to the abdimon causing his internals to spill out, and miltuple open fractures from the knee down. Trauma padding was applied to all open wounds and wrapped with medical tape. Injured was transported to NPS medics and then transported to mercy air at 1706. Injured was taken to UMC Trauma center for his wounds. After the initial medical call was over, I conducted the boat accident investigation and interviews. The operator of the vessel was identified as Operator. According to witness statements Operator was operating the vessel below a flat wake entering into gator cove at approximately 1405 hours. Operator operated the vessel in a reckless and negligent manner as Injured was hanging onto the ladder on the transom of the vessel next to the motor. Operator began to beach the vessel on land. Multiple parties they stated they tried to warn Operator there was a man hanging on the back of his vessel but due to the loud music coming from his boat they could not get his attention. Operator then increased his speed and RPM's in order to beach the vessel further on land. The propulsion from the propellor sucked Injured into the propellor causing the injuries. Operator was ran through Field Sobriety Test's and blew .000 on the PBT. A follow up with the hospital showed that Injured had his left leg amputated from the knee down, kidney and spleen removed, multiple fractures to the left diaphram, and an open fracture to the left arm. Multiple surgeries were performed and Injured is in stable condition as of 05/27/2021.


BARDID: NV-2021-0008
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-05-31 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:35:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Mead
NearestCityorTown: Boulder City
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (non-fuel)
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Steering
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
On May 31, 2021, at approximately 1335 hours I, Game Warden 1, was notified of a vessel located in the “Narrows” of Lake Mead, Clark County Nevada, that had caught fire. I was doubled with Lieutenant 2.

Upon our arrival, northeast of “Sidewinder Cove”, there was a black in color pontoon boat floating with a National Park Service (NPS) volunteer vessel on its port (left) side and a NPS Ranger Vessel on its Starboard (right) side. A passerby was off the boats bow taking on occupants from the pontoon boat. We tied onto the NPS Ranger vessel to contact the party involved. Two NPS Rangers were talking to the driver, and owner of the vessel, later identified as Operator. Operator was asked to explain what took place.

Operator stated he was towing two tubes off the stern of his boat. When he stopped the vessel to switch out riders, he heard his vessel alarm notifying him of a fire. He lifted the rear engine cover and saw flames. Operator attempted to extinguish the flames with the fire extinguishers on his vessel. However, his extinguishers were not enough. When the NPS volunteer vessel, and NPS Ranger vessel arrived they were able to stop the flames with their extinguishers. A total of five (5) extinguishers were used to stop the flames from spreading. All 11 persons on the vessel denied injuries and medical treatment. 

I handed Operator a statement form to complete. I was able to contact dispatch and conduct a routine wants and warrants check on the vessel and on Operator. Operator returned clear of wants with a valid Nevada driver's license. The vessel returned clear of wants but was expired as of 12/31/2019. Once Operator was completed with his statement, I issued him a citation for the expired registration, NRS 488.165. NPS was able to take all occupants, besides Operator to the closest marina. Operator remained with his vessel. Upon further investigation it appeared that the hydraulic steering pump had overheated and started the fire. The engine area showed evidence of fire damage as well as the underside of the engine cover/rear seat. Besides the fire damage to the engine the vessel appeared to have little to no additional damage. I would estimate that the damage to the vessel is approximately $2,000.

Once all occupants were removed from the vessel, we were able to tow Operator's vessel to “Sandy Cove” with the assistance of Game Warden 3. Operator was given contact information for US Tow Boat to get his vessel to a marina and out of the water. Once Operator and his vessel were secured on shore we cleared the scene. 

Nothing further.


BARDID: NV-2021-0009
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-05-30 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:52:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Colorado River
NearestCityorTown: Laughlin
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Choppy
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by vessel
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause3: Congested waters
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
On 05/30/2021 I, Game Warden, was patrolling the colorado river south of davis dam via patrol vessel. At approximately 1455 hours I contacted 4 individuals in the water stating they were just involved in a PWC vs. PWC accident near the riverside casino. All 4 parties involved in the accident were brought to the arizona shore. I began to photagraph the accident and gather witness statements from all parties involved. V2 Operator was operating V2 with V2 passenger. V2 Operator was operating V2 southbound on the colorado river going less than 10 mph. V1 Operator was operating V1 with V1 passenger. V1 Operator was operating southbound near the riverside dock. V1 Operator was operating in close proximity to the dock and turned east to avoid collision with the dock. V1 Operator failed to keep a proper lookout as he turned east into the direction of V2. V1 Operator came off throttle and lost steering striking V1 on the starboard side. V1 ramped up V2 ejecting both occupants from V2 as well as the passenger on V1. The collision caused fiberglass damage and paint transfer to the bow hull of V1. V2 had damage to the handlebars and all components, damage to the starboard mirror, damage to the hood, and damage to the starboard railguard. The occupants of V2 sustained minor injuries and were examined and cleared by Bullhead City paremedics. V1 Operator was cited for NRS 488.430 - Rule 5, Fail to maintain proper lookout.


BARDID: NV-2021-0010
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-06-12 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Colorado River
NearestCityorTown: Laughlin
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Choppy
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause2: Navigation rules violation
AccidentCause3: Congested waters
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
VI and V2 were both traveling upstream. V1 was traveling at approximately 21-40 mph in a congested area. V2 was traveling at approximately 5-10 mph. V1 hit a wake and made a sharp movement to port stinking the starboard stern of V2 with its port bow at an approximately angle between 135 and 160 degrees. Both occupants of V1 were ejected with the operator sustaining a laceration above his right eye that required medical attention.


BARDID: NV-2021-0011
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-06-17 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:12:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Tahoe
NearestCityorTown: Zephyr Cove
County: Douglas
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by vessel
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Navigation rules violation
DayofWeek: Thursday
RedactedNarrative:
On June 17, 2021, at approximately 1430 hours, two non-associated personal watercraft (PWC) were leaving the beach at zephyr cove concurrently with each other traveling through a flat wake zone (FWZ).  Both PWC were rented from the Marina at Zephyr Cove Resort, Vessel 1 was operated by V1 Operator along with two juvenile passengers. Vessel 2 was operated by V2 Operator and his passenger was V2 Passenger.

Based on the statements collected from each vessel operators, when both PWC'S approached the end of the FWZ, both PWC'S lost sight of each other and continued towards their direction of travel.  Vessel 1 turned towards starboard side causing a crossing situation with vessel 2.  Vessel 2 being established as the stand on vessel, was required to maintain its course, while vessel 1 being established as the give way vessel, was required to give way to vessel 2 in order to avoid causing a collision.

Vessel 1 collided with vessel 2 on the rear port side, resulting in the passenger of Vessel 2 being struck by the Vessel 1 in his lower left abdominal area and being edjected.  The passenger of Vessel 2 suffered minor contusions, Zephyr Cove paramedics arrived on scene and V2 Passenger refused medical treatment.

The totality of the collision resulted in Vessel 1 receiving approximately 7 inches of fiberglass damage along the draft.  The estimated cost of damage for vessel one is a total of $2925.00.  Vessel 2 received approximately 2 inches of fiberglass damage to the starboard side hull, and passenger seat handles. The estimated cost of damage for Vessel 2 is a total of $450.00.  The total estimated cost for both vessels is $3375.00.

Due to the facts and circumstances, Vessel 1 and Vessel 2 did not maintain a proper look out during the entirety of their voyage.  Resulting in Vessel 1 and 2 having an improper amount of time to allow for a proper course of action taken to avoid a collision. 

Both Vessel operators were cited for violation of Nevada adopted Coast Guard regulations, Rule 5: fail to maintain proper look out resulting in accident NRS 488.540.

See Case narrative 21WL00111 for a detailed report.

End.


BARDID: NV-2021-0012
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-06-19 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Colorado River
NearestCityorTown: Laughlin
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/swamping
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause3: Force of wake/wave
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
V1 was travelling down river(South) near the Nevada shoreline when it overturned due to the wake from a passing vessel. Both operator and passenger aboard V1 fell off and V1 was floating down river overturned and uncontrolled when it collided with one of the support columns of the Laughlin Bridge, causing damage to the port side hull and engine compartment. The damage caused V1 to take on a substantial amount of water in the engine compartment while it floated down river overturned for several hundred yards before the passenger was able to secure V1 near the shoreline on the NV side.


BARDID: NV-2021-0014
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-06-19 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 07:23:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lahontan Reservoir
NearestCityorTown: Dayton
County: Lyon
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (fuel)
AccidentCause1: Failure to vent
AccidentCause2: Ignition of spilled fuel or vapor
AccidentCause3: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
On June 19, 2021 at approximately 1208 hours, I, Nevada State Game Warden 1, received a text message from Nevada State Park Ranger 2 (Ranger 2) while on a sick day off. Ranger 2 advised me that he had been called to a vessel fire located at Beach 11, Lahontan Reservoir in Lyon County, Nevada at 2 0730 hours on the morning of June 19, 2021. Ranger 2 also sent me two pictures showing a mostly burnt hull of a fiberglass ski-style vessel beached at Beach 11. Ranger 2 advised me that the owner of the vessel was unable to recover the vessel to a trailer but that park staff would recover the vessel the following monday, June 21, 2021 and store it at the Lahontan storage yard for safe keeping. I followed up with Ranger 2 when I was back on my regular work day on Friday, June 22, 2021. The vessel was parked at the storage yard, located at Lahontan, when I arrived to follow up. I inspected the vessel and took photographs of the remains. I noticed that the vessel had a sonar transducer on the stern and the wiring was routed to the port side of the vessel and into the opening where the engine compartment vent should have been routed. This indicated that the venting hose may not have been present.

I met with Ranger 2 to obtain a copy of his incident report and gather details from the scene. Ranger 2's report states that the vessel owner/operator, had the blower vent running and the motor cover open when he started the vessel. The report continues, stating that as Operator backed away from shore, he heard what he believed to be a backfire which then blew the motor covor off. The report describes that Operator could see flames coming from the top and bottom of the motor. Operator attempted to reach the onboard fire extinguisher but was unable to due to the heat of the fire. Operator and the other unidentified vessel occupant jumped from the vessel, as they were still close to shore, and pulled the vessel to the beach.

When Ranger 2 arrived on scene, Central Lyon County Fire Brush Truck 37 was on scene extinguishing the remaining flames. The vessel was fully burnt on the inside with little remaining uncharred fiberglass on the outside. When I had a chance to inspect the vessel on Friday, June 22, I observed that all of the rubber hoses for cooling the motor were burned and destroyed, there were no remnants of the blower venting line remaining and all electronic wiring was burned to just bare wire. The wooden framing of the vessel was charred and all inner fiberglass was charred. The blower venting for vessels is most commonly made of a material with metal coiling to frame the shape of the hose and then covered in a synthetic or fiber material to direct the flow of air out of the motor cavity. I did not see any remains of the metal coiling in the vessel, which would usually be present in duct work and blower venting, indicating the hoses for the blower vent may not have been present. According to Ranger 2, there were no injuries of either occupant. 

I placed two phone calls and attempted to contact Operator at his listed address on Thursday, June 21, 2021 but was unable to make contact. I am currently awaiting a call back for any additional information.


BARDID: NV-2021-0015
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-06-26 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:05:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Colorado River
NearestCityorTown: BULLHEAD CITY
County: MOHAVE
WaterConditions: Choppy
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by vessel
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Congested waters
AccidentCause2: Improper lookout
AccidentCause3: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
From my investigation, it appears V1 was traveling downriver (south) adjacent to Community Park's southern parking lot located in Bullhead City, AZ, at an estimated speed of 15mph. V2 was further south downriver traveling in the same direction as V1 in which V1 was attempting to overtake V2 on V2's port side. 

While V1 was overtaking V2, V2 failed to maintain a proper lookout in which V2 quickly altered his course portside. This resulted with V2 being impacted by V1 on V2's port quarter. Additionally, V1 also impacted the passenger sitting behind the operator of V2. After impact both operator's and passenger's of V1 and V2 were ejected from there vessels.

The passenger of V2 was later transported by EMS to Western Arizona Regional Medical Center (WARMC). While at WARMC he was diagnosed having multiple contustions on his left hip and thigh.

The operator of V2 did not sustain any injuries.

Both the operator and passenger of V1 did not sustain any injuries.

V1 sustained an estimated damage of $100. The damage to V1 consisted of the rub rail guard at the bow of V1 being cracked.

V2 sustained an estimated damage of $1600. The damage to V2 consisted of: broken seat latch, broken rear seat handle, cracked fiberglass, and damage to gel coat.


BARDID: NV-2021-0016
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-06-26 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:34:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Topaz Lake
NearestCityorTown: Wellington
County: Douglas
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Improper loading
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Boater 1 was fishing from Vessel 1 (Inflatable fishing tube) on Topaz Lake approximately 100+ yards west of the Rock Point at Douglas County Camp Ground and Boat Ramp.  

Witness 1 and Witness 2 were fishing approximately 40 yards south of Boater 1.  Witness 1 looked north to see Vessel 1 had capsized and Boater 1 was under water and appeared to be in distress. Witness 1 told Witness 2.  Both Witnesses imediately rowed their inflatable fishing tubes to Boater 1.  Upon arrival Witness 2 grabbed Boater 1 by the hair and lifted Boater 1's head above water.  Witness 1 waved two ski boats down.  The ski boat assisted with escorting Boater 1, Witness 1 and Witness 2 to the beach at the Douglas County Camp Ground. 

Witness 2 told me when he was able to get Boater 1's head above water, he heard Boater 1 gurgling water and his lips were blue. 

Boater 1 was treated at the scene by East Fork Fire Paramedis and transported to Carson Valley Medical Center for advance medical treatment.

While on scene, I took digital photos of Vessel 1 and related equipment (fishing tube, waders, boots, and PFD).  The photos were later uploaded into the AXOn Cloud as evidence.  These items were later secured inside Boater 1's vehicle.  Boater 1's vehicle was secured on scene to await pick up by family members. 

Before leaving the scene, I receiving the attched statement form from Witness 2.

I met with Boater 1 inside the Emegency Center at Carson Valley Medical Center.  Boater 1 told me he was fishing off the rock area.  He dropped his cigarettes into the lake and when he reached out in front of Vessel 1 for them, Vessel 1 flipped over.  Boater 1 said he was unable to get out of Vessel 1. 

Boater 1 told me he did  not have his PDF on at the time of the incident.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Based on the fact Witness 1 was being observant of other vessels in the area, coupled with the fact he immediately realized Boater 1 was in distress, his actions along with the quick reactions of Witness 2 saved the life of Boater 1.


BARDID: NV-2021-0017
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-06-25 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:53:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Mead
NearestCityorTown: Henderson
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause2: Navigation rules violation
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
On June 25th, 2021, at approximately 1313hrs, I, Game Warden 1, was on patrol aboard my patrol vessel in Las Vegas Bay heading into Government Wash.  I observed a yellow personal watercraft (PWC) being operated by a male, later identified as V2 Operator.  As I approached, V2 Operator flagged me down and fell into the water.  I pulled up alongside and V2 Operator informed me that he was just involved in a vessel collision with a family friend, later identified as V1 Operator. 

V2 Operator informed me that V1 Operator was across the cove on shore and V1 Operator's PWC was taking on water and sinking.  V2 Operator further stated that there were no injuries. V2 Operator's PWC was also taking on water and was inoperable.   I requested assistance and Game Warden 2 arrived shortly after and assisted V2 Operator to shore. I drove across the cove and contacted V1 Operator.  V1 Operator informed me he had minor injuries (not beyond first aid) to his shin and toenail.  The PWC with V1 Operator was pulled up on shore and tied off with a line.  V1 Operator boarded my vessel and I transported him across to V2 Operator's location.  Both V2 Operator and V1 Operator provided statements and Game Warden 2 and myself photographed the PWC's.  I asked V1 Operator how the collision occurred.  

V1 Operator stated it happened so fast it was hard for him to recall.  V1 Operator stated he was driving V1 and estimated his speed at approximately 30mph.  He believed V2 Operator turned in front of him before striking V2.  He tried to avoid hitting V2 Operator and turned sharply to the right, ultimately striking the starboard side of V2.  Both V2 Operator and V1 Operator were ejected from their respective PWC's.  They reboarded the PWC's and brought V2 to shore as it was taking on water quickly.  V2 Operator attempted to drive V1 back to Boulder Beach where he had put in and left V1 Operator on the shore with V2.  

V2 Operator corroborated V1 Operator's account except that he stated he was not moving and was adrift when V1 Operator collided with him. V2 Operator was informed it would be his responsibility to recover his PWC's from the cove.   I provided a bandage for V1 Operator's bleeding toe and transported him back to his family on Boulder Beach.  Game Warden 2 transported V2 Operator back to the same location.  

On June 29th, 2021, I contacted V2 Operator and met him at his home.  I photographed both PWC on the trailer.  V2 Operator informed me he would be getting an estimate of damage on both PWC's in next few days.

Observed damage includes the following:

V1:
•     a large crack through the plastic on the port side footwell (gunwale side)

     V2:
•     a crack through the plastic on the starboard side below the top cap seam in front of the sponson
•     the front storage compartment cover was broken off and still missing
•     the starboard side mirror was damaged


BARDID: NV-2021-0019
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-07-03 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:12:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Colorado River
NearestCityorTown: Laughlin
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with commercial vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentEvent3: Person struck by vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Navigation rules violation
AccidentCause3: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
On July 3rd, 2021, at approximately 1216hrs, I, Game Warden 1, and Captain 1, were on patrol aboard my patrol vessel on the Colorado River in Laughlin.  We were heading south on the river near Fisherman's Access launch ramp when a good samaritan flagged us down stating there was a vessel collision nearby.  We followed him downriver approximately 500 yards and found a PWC floating that had apparently been involved in a collision and contacted a woman, later identified as, V2 Operator. 
     Captain 1 and I assisted V2 Operator out of the water.  She stated she was not injured, but her daughter was.  V2 Operator's daughter, later identified as V2 Passenger was injured and was being assisted by lifeguards aboard a PWC.  V2 Passenger was transported upriver by the Lifeguards to Fisherman's Access where Clark County Fire Department (CCFD) was waiting.  I drove V2 Operator up to Fisherman's Access to be with her daughter and I investigated the vessel collision.  V2 Operator's rented PWC was towed up to Fisherman's Access as well.
     V2 Operator stated she was driving, and her daughter was the passenger.  They were headed down river (south) and saw the taxi vessel heading upriver.  V2 Operator said she turned to her left in front of the V1 and got hit.  Both her and her daughter were ejected from the PWC.  After trying to reboard their PWC her daughter saw that she had been cut.  During the interview at Fisherman's access, V2 Operator admitted it was her fault for cutting in front of V1.  V2 Operator provided her rental contract.
     CCFD tended to V2 Passenger and provided a bandage around her right thigh.  CCFD recommended V2 Passenger seek further medical attention due to a “full thickness laceration to back of her right thigh”.  V2 Passenger and V2 Operator declined the ambulance and stated they would self-transport to Western Arizona Regional Medical Center (WARMC) in Bullhead City, Arizona.
     I contacted V1's operator, identified as V1 operator.  V1 operator provided a written and oral statement.  In his statements, V1 operator stated he had just filled up his vessel with fuel and was returning to the Riverside dock.  He stated he was on full plan when V2 drove her PWC right toward him.  He further stated at the last second, she turned to his right too late.  V1 operator attempted to pull off throttle, but it was too late, and his vessel hit the PWC.  V1's starboard pontoon struck V2's starboard side.  He pulled his vessel up to the dock and requested security from the resort.
     I conducted a carriage requirement safety inspection and asked about any mechanical issues and found no issues.  Captain 1 photographed V2 and checked for any mechanical issues and found none.  V2 was removed from the water and trailered by employees of Laughlin River Jetski Rentals, the owner of V2, and I took additional photos.  V2 sustained major fiberglass damage on its starboard side and had black transfer marks on the bow.  V1 showed no visible damage to the starboard side or bow, and it appears V2 was struck by a thick rubber bumper on the bow of V1.  I finished taking information and photographing the vessels and cleared the scene.
     On July 4th, 2021, I contacted V2 Operator and inquired about her daughter's injuries.  She stated V2 Passenger received 22 stitches for her laceration and they were returning to California.  I contacted the Riverside Resort and requested surveillance video from the accident scene.  The surveillance manager provided a CD containing the incident.  It appears the incident happened as stated by both operators.
     After a full investigation of the vessel collision, the evidence indicates that the operator of V2, is the at-fault operator.  According to the United States Coast Guard (USCG) navigation rules, V2 Operator was in violation of the following:

NRS 488.5...


BARDID: NV-2021-0020
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-07-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 21:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Mead
NearestCityorTown: Boulder City
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Poor
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentCause1: Restricted vision
AccidentCause2: Improper lookout
AccidentCause3: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
7/5/2021
At approxlimalty 0930 hours, I, Game Warden, was on regular patrol at Lake Mead NRA when I received a Phone call from NPS dispatch.  I was informed that a vessel had ran aground near Boat House Cove in the Virgin Basin of Lake Mead.  I was informed that the incident had occurred the night before and there were no injuries.   I had Warden Trainee with me in ride along status.   I then operated my Patrol boat to the area, arriving at approximately 1015 hours.  Upon arriving I could see the boat was about 6 feet out of the water on a sand bar which was sparsely strewn with rocks.  I asked if anyone needed medical attention and they told me no one was injured.  I could see two individuals.  One male and one female.  The male was identified as the operator and owner of the vessel.  The Female was a passenger and was Identified as passenger.  I contacted operator and asked him to explain to me what had happened.  
Operator explained to me that he and passenger had left Las Vegas Boat Harbor at approximately 1900 hours to travel out to Temple Bar to watch some fireworks they had heard about.  They made it there, watched the fireworks and then departed after dark to go back to Las Vegas Boat Harbor.  During the return trip it was dark.  Operator explained to me that he thought he was in the middle of the lake as he was traveling from navigation light to navigation light.   He told me he was traveling somewhere between 15 and 20 MPH when the boat came to an abrupt stop.  He told me it startled him as he did not think he was any where near land.  He told me they had cell service, so he tried to get help that night, but NPS said they had no one to send.  
They had food and water and a cabin to sleep in so NPS said they would send someone when it was morning.  Soon after I arrived Tow Boat US arrived on scene.  I took photographs of damages to the vessel.   I also checked for safety gear and found that they had all safety gear as required by law.  Tow Boat US attempted to pull him off the beach but were unsuccessful.  
I took photographs of the damage.  There were scratches in the fiberglass that extended most of the length of the boat.  There was deep penetrating scratches on the port/Stern side of the boat.  This deep scratch was about2 feel long.  There was also broken metal on the anti-cavitation plate.  I Estimated the damages to the fiberglass to be right around 2000.00 and another couple thousand to the External components of the I/O motor assembly. 
I took all their information for the report and then remined in the area as Tow Boat US attempted to tow the boat off the shore.  They were unable to and both occupants of the vessel then got on the Tow Boat US vessel to be transported back to Las Vegas Boat Harbor.


BARDID: NV-2021-0021
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-07-05 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:57:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Colorado River
NearestCityorTown: Laughlin
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Improper lookout
AccidentCause3: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
On July 5th, 2021 at approximately 1:57pm, Vessel V1 a personal watercraft (PWC) was traveling downriver on the Colorado River.  Operator1 was moving across the river toward the Arizona shore when he observed another vessel traveling up river at a high rate of speed.  Operator1 turned back toward his starboard to avoid the oncoming vessel and collided with an anchored vessel.  V1 hit V2 on the port bow causing extensive fiberglass damage and breaking the rubrail on V2.  V1 sustained minor fiberglass damage with transfer marks and breaking the rubrail.


BARDID: NV-2021-0022
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-07-10 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:12:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Mead
NearestCityorTown: Boulder City
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (fuel)
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/swamping
AccidentCause1: Failure to vent
AccidentCause2: Ignition of spilled fuel or vapor
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
On Saturday, July 10th, 2021, I, Game Warden 1, was patrolling Lake Mead by land.  At approximately 1412hrs, I was driving on the Hemenway Launch Ramp when I heard a large concussion from an explosion.  Game Warden 2 was patrolling nearby via a patrol vessel and obviously heard the same concussion and contacted me via radio to respond to the fuel docks at Las Vegas Boat Harbor.  

I drove to the fuel dock headwalk and ran to the vessel that was starting to burn.  I reached out to the bow of V1 and attempted to swing the stern toward the dock to rescue any victims.  V1 started going up in flames.  I, with help from Good Samaritan's and fuel dock workers, attempted to extinguish the flames with fire extinguishers.  I called out and heard voices on the stern of V1.

Game Warden 2 arrived on scene and was attempting to rescue any victims onto his patrol vessel.  I could hear Game Warden 2 calling out to the victims to get off the burning boat and jump into the water.  I called out into the black smoke to any victims to get off the burning boat and jump into the water as well.  The conditions were extreme, and I couldn't see anyone due to the dark thick smoke.  I was looking under the smoke into the water and saw two arms reach up onto the dock.  A Good Samaritan and I pulled the first victim, Operator, out onto the dock.  V1 continued to burn and was taking on water and sinking.  I continued to look for another victim and could see another person in the water below the smoke.  Passenger was clinging to a type IV.  I called out to him to swim toward me.  I reached out and pulled him to the dock, and with help from the Good Samaritan, pulled him up onto the dock.  

Game Warden 2 pushed V1 from the dock with his patrol vessel as it finally sank right off the fuel dock.  As Good Samaritan's tended to the victims, Game Warden 2 pulled his vessel to the dock and took over care on Passenger, applying pressure to his head laceration.  National Park Service (NPS) Rangers arrived and took over as medical.

I obtained my camera and photographed the scene.  I obtained witness statements from two dock employees who observed the explosion.  Both victims were transported to nearby hospitals for their injuries.  Game Warden 2 and I were treated and released from Boulder City Hospital for smoke inhalation.  Officer 3 arrived and took over the scene, photographing and taking information as employees from Las Vegas Boat Harbor pulled the vessel up and onto a trailer.

On July 12, 2021, I met with State Fire Marshal's from the Nevada Department of Public Safety, and they investigated the explosion.  Their initial investigation showed that the cause from the explosion was due to a flammable vapor inside the engine compartment that was ignited from an unknown source causing an explosion.  Their final report is still pending.


BARDID: NV-2021-0023
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-05-16 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 09:45:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Mohave
NearestCityorTown: Searchlight
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentCause1: Weather
AccidentCause2: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Engine
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
On Sunday, May 16, 2021, at 0950 I was dispatched to a sinking vessel by Lake Mead Interagency Communications Center within the boundaries of Lake Mead National Recreation Area at approximately. Weather for the day were as follows: Sunny, clear with winds blowing South at 10-17 mile per hour gusting up to 25.
 I arrived on scene at the Cottonwood Cove Marina at 0958. Shortly after launching one of our marked patrol vessels, I noticed the swamped vessel being towed into the Cottonwood Cove Marina. We assisted the vessel to the launch ramp where it was secured to the dock and then shortly after trailered out of the Lake Mohave.  
 I contacted the operator of the boat, who was identified by his Veteran VA ID card and vessel registration.  Operator said that he was returning to the Marina after setting up to go camping ealier that morning on the Cottonwood East side of the Lake Mohave with four other individuals onboard. Operator departed the shore on the east side and was immediately met with moderate winds of approximately 17MPH and waves. Operator attempted to make it back to the Marina.  
Approximately halfway between the Cottonwood Cove Marina and Cottonwood East the vessel took a wave over the bow that swamped the boat and flooded the motors. Unable to move they managed to flag down a vessel passing by, that vessel agreed to tow them into the Cottonwood Marina. The swamped vessel being towed in arrived at approximately 1008 to the courtesy dock at Cottonwood Cove. 
The vessel only remained partial submerged throughout being towed and was successfully put back on the trailer and drained out at 1035. Operator estimated the damage to the boat would cost approximately $5000.00 mostly in repairing the motors. A vessel inspection was done on the vessel once removed from the water. The vessel had all required safety items onboard, in working order.  

END REPORT


BARDID: NV-2021-0024
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-09-11 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Colorado River
NearestCityorTown: Laughlin
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause3: Sharp turn
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
VI was a PWC operated by V1 Operator. V1 had one passenger (V1 Passenger) and a dog on board. V1 was heading upriver prior to the accident. V2 was a PWC operated by V2 Operator. V2 was heading upriver at a high rate of speed. V2 Operator turned V2 left. V2 Operator did not see V1 because he did not look far enough to the left side before turning. V1 Operator saw V2 turning in front of her path. She let off the throttle on V1 to reduce speed to avoid a collision. V1 Operator shouted at V2 Operator to attempted to get him to see her. V1 Operator did not try to turn V1. V1 did not reduce speed in enough time to avoid the collision. V1 struck the port side of V2 with the bow of V1. V1's bow pitched forward and down causing damage to the front and top part of the bow. Short was ejected from V1. 

V1 had approximately 1 foot of rub rail damage and approximately 4 sq ft of fiberglass damage to the bow's compartment cover. Due to the damage, the compartment could not be opened and a fire extinguisher was unable to be verified to be on board nor inspected. V1's motor wouldn't start because the dog's leash got stuck inside of the intake grate. It is unknown if that occurred during or after the collision. V1's seat upholstery had previous damage on it from age. 

V1 Operator and V1 Passenger had injuries, but not beyond first aid. V1 Passenger had a minor cut on his right forearm and some blood in his mouth. Both V1 Operator and V1 Passenger said their heads at hit something, but it was minor. Bullhead City lifeguards checked on all injuries. Both refused medical care. The dog did not show any signs of injury. 

V2 had numerous rub marks on it from previous events. V2's portside mirror was broken. V2 Operator believed the mirror was already broken before the accident but was unsure. There was no obvious damage caused from this accident on V2. V2 Operator had no injuries. 

V2 Operator was cited for NRS 488.540.2, NAC 488.430-Rule #5 improper lookout. 
V1 Operator was warned for NRS 488.065, NAC 488.180-Operating without current registration.


BARDID: NV-2021-0025
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-07-25 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:25:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Mead
NearestCityorTown: Boulder City
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (fuel)
AccidentCause1: Ignition of spilled fuel or vapor
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
On Sunday, July 25, 2021, I, Game Warden 1 was on my way to Katherine's Landing for vessel patrol.  At approximately 1125, National Park Dispatched toned out a vessel explosion at Las Vegas Boat Harbor at D dock.  They reported the fire was out and 4 were injured.  National Park Service Rangers responded and began medical assessments and treatments.  I responded from US 95S to begin the investigation.  I arrived at approximately 1150 and began taking photos of the vessel.  The major portion of the damage was located under the helm areas on the port and starboard sides at midship.  After I was finished with photos, Las Vegas Boat Harbor Marina personnel towed the vessel to a more secure area at Lake Mead Marina.  The state Fire Marshall arrived at approximately 1510.  Together we looked through the vessel and determined that the explosion was accidental with an unknown cause.  The majority of the damage is cocentrated under both helms and under the deck.  There is very little damage on the exterior of the vessel.  

All 4 of the injured individuals were transported to University Medical Trauma Center for treatment.  Victim was transported via helocopter and the other 3 by ambulance.  As of the writing of this, 8/2/2021, all are still in the hospital with burn injuries.


BARDID: NV-2021-0026
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-07-25 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Mohave
NearestCityorTown: Searchlight
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Rough
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Storm
Visibility: Fair
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentCause1: Weather
AccidentCause2: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Engine
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
From my investigation and supporting facts, it appears V1 was traveling north adjacent to Opal Mountain Rd on Lake Mohave. At the time of travel Lake Mohave was experiencing high winds with gusts up to 50mph as well as rainfall. This turbulent weather created unsafe operating conditions on the water. Additionally, V1 had 8 persons on board with gear and full ballast tanks. Ultimately with the amount of weight inside the boat and the turbulent weather V1 began to take on water.

The operator of V1 attempted to seek harbor within Opal Cove but while in the process both his engine and his electronics shutoff completely and would not turn back on. The operator was able to get V1 approximately 20'' from the shore and set his anchor. All the passengers abandoned V1 and swam to shore. National Park Service responded to assist and transport all passengers.

The damage to V1 is estimated to be over $3500 but can vary all the way up to a total loss. Due to water possibly damaging upholstery, electrical components, gauges, engine components, and equipment.


BARDID: NV-2021-0027
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-07-31 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:15:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Mead
NearestCityorTown: Boulder City
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Person departed vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by propeller
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
AccidentCause3: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
On July 31, 2020, at approximately 1715 hours I, Game Warden 1, was on patrol via vessel on Lake Mead, Clark County, Nevada. At this time, I was notified of a “prop chop” that had taken place at the safety line by the Hoover Damn. Better known as Black Canyon. 

Game Warden 2, who was on a separate vessel, and I ran an expedited response from Callville Bay to Black Canyon. The distance was approximately 10 miles via boat. Upon our arrival we were advised by a witness that the vessel had left the area. Warden 2 and I checked multiple location before determining that the vessel had possibly passed us traveling the opposite direction while we were enroute. It was determined that the vessel had been brought to Callville Bay.

Upon our arrival at Callvile Bay, at approximately 1754 hours, a black and white vessel was spotted at the courtesy dock. The victim of the “prop chop” had major lacerations to both his lower legs. The victim was conscious and alert with knowledge of what had happened. Warden 2 was able to bandage both wounds to the best of his ability. I was able to talk to the driver of the vessel when the accident took place. The driver was identified as Operator. Mercy Air was able to land on the Callville Bay Launch ramp. We loaded the victim of the incident, later identified as Injured, on the helicopter. Mercy Air transported Injured to the United Medical Center trauma unit. A total of four (4) adults and three (3) children were on board when the accident took place.

While Injured was being loaded onto the helicopter Operator retrieved his vehicle and began to back it down the launch ramp to retrieve the vessel. Warden 2 and I began conducting interviews on the two other adult witnesses. 

A female witness, identified as Passenger 4, explained that while they were in Black Canyon both females were in the water when Passenger 4's friend, later identified as Passenger 3, began to float away. Injured jumped into the water to retrieve Passenger 3. At some point during the retrieval of Passenger 3 Operator had started the vessel and had gotten the tow rope stuck in the prop. Passenger 3 and Passenger 4 were placed back on the vessel while Injured worked on getting the rope unstuck. At some point during the attempt to free the rope Operator again placed the vessel in gear in which this was when the propeller struck Injured. With help from other vessels Injured was loaded onto the vessel and the rope was freed from the prop. Operator then transported Injured to the Callville Bay dock. 

Operator was able to retrieve his vessel and was instructed to park and explain what happened. During Warden 2's interview he could notice signs indicating Operator had been drinking alcoholic beverages. Once asked about drinking Operator admitted to the drinking. Warden 2 conducted a seated battery of Field Sobriety Tests on Operator. Operator was unable to pass the tests. Warden 2 placed Operator under arrest per NRS 488.420, Operating Under the Influence causing substantial bodily harm among other charges not related to the vessel.


BARDID: NV-2021-0028
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-09-05 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:17:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Mead
NearestCityorTown: Boulder City
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Engine
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
On 9/5/21, At approximately 1215 hours a PWC being operated by Operator with passanger was cruising at a speed of approximately 65 mph when a unknown mechanical failure took place in the engine compartment. The PWC began to take on water causining it to swamp. Operator and passenger were resuced by a passing vessel. Further inspection of the PWC revealed a oil leak with no signs of fire damage. The cause of the accident was from an unknown mechanical failure causing the PWC to swamp. Total damage estimate is $2,000.


BARDID: NV-2021-0029
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-09-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:18:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Colorado River
NearestCityorTown: Laughlin
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by vessel
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
On September 4, 2021 at approximately 1318 hours I, Game Warden 1 was on patrol, via boat, on the Colorado River located in the vicinity of Laughlin, Clark County, Nevada. I was doubled with Game Warden 2. 

At this approximate time, we were notified by a passing by Personal Watercraft (PWC) that an accident had taken place south of Community Park, north of our current location. The driver of the PWC stated that two PWC's ran into each other and one of the drivers was hurt and asking for help. Upon our arrival, at approximately 1320 hours, we noticed a blue in color PWC with one driver and one passenger. The driver was holding the handlebars to another PWC (unmanned) that was missing the seat. The driver was a white male with medium length brownish hair. The passenger on the rear was hunched over. We were later informed that the male passenger was the driver of the unmanned PWC and had been hit by another PWC and ejected into the water. We had the driver bring the unmanned PWC to our vessels port (left) side and the driver then went to the starboard side. I secured the unmanned vessel and went to the starboard side to talk to the driver. 

Upon getting the hurt occupant off of the other PWC it was apparent that the occupant needed immediate medical attention. He was transported to the closest dock and transferred to the waiting ambulance. The driver of Vessel 1 was never found. 

The ambulance took the occupant, V1 Operator to the closest hospital. I arrived at the hospital and talked to an ER doctor who informed me V1 Operator would be flown to a trauma center due to the injuries. V1 Operator had a broken pelvis, broken ribs, internal bleeding and a collapsed/punctured lung. 

The vessel that was struck was returned to the rental agency. On September 9, 2021 I was able to talk to V1 Operator in the hospital. V1 Operator stated he was turning around and got struck from his left side. Besides the initial collision he did not remember anything else. 

Nothing further.


BARDID: NV-2021-0030
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-06-29 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:27:00
CoordinatesConfidence: C
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lahontan Reservoir
NearestCityorTown: Fallon
County: Churchill
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Skier mishap
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by propeller
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Tuesday
RedactedNarrative:
On June 29, 2021 at approximately 1818 hours I, Nevada Game Warden, was notified of a fatal boat accident that had occurred on Lahontan Reservoir within Churchill County, Nevada. I responded to Beach 22, arriving on scene at approximately 1843 hours where I observed Churchill Deputies, Banner Churchill EMT''s, Care Flight and Nevada Park Rangers on scene surrounding and administering CPR to a white male adult laying on the beach. The white male adult was identified.

Two male adults were on-board a 22''3" Cobalt open hull, in/out drive motor boat bearing NV registration. Operator was operating the vessel while Victim was being towed on a inflatable tube. Operator did not have an observer on board the vessel during the towing activity. Victim was wearing the only adult sized type 3 coast guard approved personal flotation device (PFD) on board the vessel.  

According to Operator, Victim fell off the tube while being towed, Operator maneuvered the vessel back to pick him up. During the process of climbing up the ladder fastened to the swim platform of the vessel, 

Victim fell off the ladder and subsequently got his lower right leg caught up in the propeller of the vessel. Victim sustained a approximately 12" laceration on the inside of his calf. The laceration bled profusely. After many life saving attempts made by EMS personnel Victim ultimately succumbed to his injury and pronounced deceased on the shore at Beach 22, Lahontan Reservoir, Churchill County Nevada at 1849 hours. Upon further investigation, it was discovered that the vessel was equipped with multiple child sized type 3 PFD''s, a working fire extinguisher, type 4 throwable PFD and a orange ski flag.


BARDID: NV-2021-0031
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-06-25 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:34:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Tahoe
NearestCityorTown: Round Hill Village
County: Douglas
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Force of wake/wave
AccidentCause2: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator stated in a witness statement that he rented a PWC (V1) from Zephyr Cove Marina at approximately 1600 hours. Operator was riding as a passenger for the first half of the ride with the operator being Passenger. At approximately 1630 hours Operator switched places with Passenger and began to operate V1 with Passenger as passenger. Operator stated he was going approximately 40 MPH heading north near Round Hill. At approximately 1634 hours V1 began to fish tail and hit a wave ejecting both individuals into the water. Passenger stated he believed his knee contacted the back of Operator's head bearing him unconscious. When Passenger swam to the surface, he saw Operator unconscious in the water face down in his life jacket. Passenger swam to Operator and turned him over and began to flag down another vessel for help. The good Samaritan aboard the vessel was able to pull Operator and Passenger to safety and contacted 911. Operator was still unconscious at this time and had sustained a laceration to the back of the head. According to Tahoe Douglas Fire Department (TDFD) call detail the 911 call was received at 1641 hours.

     Once on board, Operator and Passenger were transported to Round Hill dock where they were contacted by TDFD medical personal at 1651 hours. TDFD medical personal began to perform first aid to Operator who at this point had regained consciousness. After first aid was administered Operator was placed on a stretcher with a C-Collar around his neck and transported to Kahle parking lot where he was care flighted to Renown Regional Medical Center for treatment at approximately 1720 hours. When Operator arrived to Renown he was treated by a doctor and received 3 staples to the back of his head for the laceration. No further medical treatment was given, and he was able to clear from Renown under the care of his parents. 

I attempted to contact Zephyr Cove Marina to retrieve the rental agreement and identify the PWC that was being operated. Due to the Forest Service closure put in place due to surrounding fires there was no personal at the marina to get a copy of the rental agreement. The vessel being operated at the time of the incident is unknown as of 08/30/2021.


BARDID: NV-2021-0032
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-07-05 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:19:00
CoordinatesConfidence: NC
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Tahoe
NearestCityorTown: Incline Village
County: Carson
WaterConditions: Rough
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause2: Hazardous waters
AccidentCause3: People on gunwale, bow, or transom
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
Nine juveniles provided false ages to obtain a rental boat from Action Water Sports in Incline Village, Nevada. They all at some point operated the vessel. They operated the vessel from the rental company to Secret Beach approximately two miles South of Sand Harbor. After operating the boat for approximately three hours, the juveniles entered the boat from swimming to return it to the rental business in Incline Village. 

Operator was operating the boat at this time. Subject1, a juvenile in the party was seated on the transom on the port side facing aft with his feet on the swim platform, another male juvenile in the party was sitting on the starboard side of the transom facing aft with his feet on the swim platform. The other juveniles were seated in the port and starboard seating areas.  

 Operator stated that he eased the throttle up and when he was approximately in line with where he thought the rental dock was that he continued to throttle up. He stated that when he started going, he believed that everyone was inside of the boat but that some of the people were moving around the boat while he was operating it. 

Based on the interviews, once the boat was operating on plane, the juvenile seated on the starboard side of the swim platform stood up and climbed into the boat to the seating area. At approximately full throttle, Subject1 stood to come into the boat as well. It was stated by one of the passengers that he witnessed Subject1 stand and turn to face the inside, when he suddenly saw Subject1 standing on one leg and with the chop and movement of the boat this caused Subject1 to fall overboard into the water. 

 Operator stated that he heard the others yelling inside the boat that Subject1 was in the water. Based on all the interviews, by the time Operator throttled down, Subject1 was approximately 50-75ft behind the boat treading water. 

Operator turned the boat to port and operated it towards Subject1. Several of the juveniles stated that they witnessed Subject1 struggling to swim and at times he bobbed up and down in the water and it became apparent to everyone in the group that something was wrong. When they were approximately 20-30'' away from Subject1, several of the male juveniles on board jumped off the vessel and swam to retrieve him. 

After several attempts to retrieve him, they were able to bring Subject1 back on board. At this time, he was unconscious and one of the juveniles began CPR. 911 was called by an occupant on board at approximately 1819 hours. 

CPR was performed by the juveniles for approximately 40 minutes, until they were contacted on the water by Tahoe Douglas Fire''s Marine 24, at GPS point N 39. 09.046 W119.56.055 where they took Subject1 onto their vessel.

Tahoe Douglas Fire transported him to the dock at Sand Harbor. The remaining juveniles stayed on the rental vessel and operated it behind Marine 24. Once at Sand Harbor, Subject1 was transferred to an Incline Fire Rescue vehicle where they continued lifesaving efforts. Incline Fire was in communication with a Renown Hospital physician and Subject1 was pronounced deceased on scene.

With the increasingly choppy water conditions and with their lack of boating experience to dock it successfully. Deputies who arrived on scene shortly after Marine 24 directed the remaining juveniles on board to operate back to the rental company dock where they secured the vessel. Deputies then had all passengers exit the vessel and they began the initial investigation. I arrived on scene at approximately 2140 hours and assisted with the investigation.

It has been determined that the inexperience of the operator at the time of the accident, the lack of boating experience of the party collectively, the underage consumption of alcohol, and the windy and choppy water conditions all were contributing factors that caused Subject1 to go overboard.


BARDID: NV-2021-0033
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-08-20 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:54:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Colorado River
NearestCityorTown: Laughlin
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by vessel
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
V-1 AND V-2 WERE NORTHBOUND ON THE COLORADO RIVER NEAR MILE MARKER 272.4. BOTH VESSELS WERE LIKELY TRAVELING TOO CLOSE TO ONE ANOTHER. V-1 TURNED PORT SIDE IN FRONT OF V-2. V-2 WAS UNABLE TO STOP AND COLLIDED WITH V-1. THE OPERATOR OF V-1 SUSTAINED A FRACTURE TO THE LEFT LOWER LEG. OCCUPANTS OF V-2 SUSTAINED MINOR INJURIES AND DECLINED TREATMENT. IMPAIRMENT WAS NOT A FACTOR. 

V-1 $10,000 IN DAMAGES
V-2 $2,000 IN DAMAGES


BARDID: NV-2021-0034
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-10-25 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 10:00:00
CoordinatesConfidence: C
NameOfBodyOfWater: Cold Creek Reservoir at Kirtch
NearestCityorTown: Lund
County: Nye
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Fair
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
AccidentCause1: Unknown
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
AAt approximately 1145 hours, I Game Warden, received a telephone call advising me that there was a report of two male individuals who were in the water and needed assistance at Cold Springs Reservoir within Kirtch Wildlife Management Area.  I advised NDOW Dispatch that I would be responding from Panaca Nevada with an ETA of approximately 1255 hours.  Soon after I was advised that one of the male subjects had lost consciousness and I was asked to activate lights and sirens and run code to the location.

I arrived at approximately 1245 hours and contacted White Pine County EMS who were already on scene.  They advised me that they were unable to locate the individuals. With White Pine County EMS were two people.   I used binoculars to look across the lake but was also unable to see anyone on the lake or near the shore.  I then unlocked a gate to the dam and drove my patrol vehicle across the dam to where the road was washed out.  I could see that the lake had white-cap waves on it as the winds had picked up to 20-30 mph. I was informed by dispatch that the GPS location given to them by Nye County Dispatch was 38.34785800 -115.151406. They told me that this location was approximately .4 miles north of the dam.  

Subject1 and I walked north along the west shore of Cold Springs Reservoir.  Using ONX maps I was able to measure out approximately .4 miles.  We began yelling loudly to see if the men who were in the water could hear us.  After several attempts and no response, I decided to try to get to the edge of
the cat tails and the lake and see if I could hear or see anything. I left Subject1 at that location so someone would know where I went in. At approximately 1255 hours I began wading from the shore out toward open water.  This was very slow going as the weeds were very dense and difficult to navigate.
 I went about 100 yards into the cat tails and the water got to approximately 4 feet deep. There was zero visibility as the cattails and brush were over 8 feet tall.  I began yelling again and heard a faint response somewhere south of my location.  

I then began to work my way toward the sound of a man's voice.  I arrived at the location of the two men at approximate 1305 hours. These two men were later identified as Subject2 and Subject3.  I was able to see a male individual (Subject3) who was holding the head of another male individual.  I asked Subject3 if the man he was holding was breathing and he told me he did not know.  I performed an initial assessment of Subject2 and was unable to see any signs of life.   He did not have a pulse and he was not breathing.  He was also cold to the touch and his face had turned purple.  I asked Subject3 if he could help me lift him on to the kayak.  While attempting to do so I could see that Subject3 was not doing very well.  His movements were slow and labored, he also could not speak very well.  I then began yelling for Subject1 to come to my location.  The water temperature on this day was approximately 54 degrees. The ambient air temperature was approximately 60 degrees and falling. At this point it had begun raining. 

Subject1 with White Pine County EMS arrived at the location of the subjects at approximately 1317 hours.  Nye County Dispatch was on Subject3's phone on speaker mode.  I informed them of what I had going on and that we needed to get Subject3 out of the situation as soon as possible because he was showing possible signs of hypothermia.  Subject1 assisted me in getting Subject2's body lifted and laid on to one of the Kayaks.  Once he was balanced on the kayak, I attempted to get him out of the weeds to open water.  This was an attempt to possibly float him over to the Dam.  Once I got to open water and out of the weeds, the water was up to my neck and the wind was whipping across the lake.  I decided it was too dangerous to try and float Subject2's body that way.  I decided the only way to get either of them out was to beat down a path through the cattails and weeds to the shore.  I estimated there to be approximately 100 yards of weeds and cat tails between that location and the shore.  

I informed Subject3 that he would need to find the energy to start walking through the weeds to shore.  Over the next 15 min we made it probably 25 yards in the direction of the shore.  Subject3 kept stopping and sitting down in the water.  We kept trying to motivate him to keep moving.  At approximately 1335
hours four people arrived to assist us.  Subject3 was unable to keep walking at this point so we had him lay down on the other Kayak and 4 individuals began carrying him through the water and the weeds.  Subject1 and I were still pushing and pulling the other Kayak with Subject2's body on it.  10 minutes later two others with NHP arrived and began helping us with the rescue.   Once we got the Kayak with Subject2 body to shore EMS looked him over and determined there was no need to do life saving CPR or other measures.  Subject4 took me aside as I was shivering and got me a change of dry clothes.  I
changed into dry clothes and sat in the truck with the heat on to warm myself up.  Once I felt I was warm, I assisted NHP and Subject4 with getting the Subject2's body transported back the boat launch.  It was raining and we needed to get the body and vehicles out the mud before it got worse. 

At approximately 1415 hours we arrived at the boat launch and laid the kayak with the Subject2's body on the ground and put a yellow tarp over the top of him. I then asked White Pine EMS how Subject3 was doing.   Subject5 advised me that they had got him into dry clothes and his temperature was stable.  Subject3 had refused transport to the White Pine Hospital.  Subject3 had moved to his own vehicle.  I went to interview Subject3 at this point.  I sat in his vehicle, and he relayed to me what had happened.  

He told me that both He and Subject2 had come up from Vegas that morning.  He told me that they had looked at the weather report and it had said that the weather was going to get bad in the afternoon but that they thought they would be long gone before that weather hit.  Subject3 informed me that they had
launched both Kayaks on Cold Springs Reservoir that morning at about 0800 hours.  He explained to me that Subject2 had paddled over near the dam while he had fished his way over near the western shore.  

After approximately 45 min Subject2 had caught a "personal best" trout and had held it up high so Subject3 could see it.  In doing so he lost balance and fell off his Kayak into the water.  Subject3 explained to me that he had an inflatable life jacket on him but that he did not pull the line because it would have made it harder to get back on his kayak.  Subject3 told me that Subject2 struggled to get back on his Kayak but was able to after about 5 min.  Subject3 told me he attempted to find Subject2's missing oar but was unable to locate it.  He told me that once he got over to Subject2 to tell him that he could not find his Paddle the wind was strong and had begun pushing them toward the opposite shore from the boat launch. 

The wind pushed them across the lake while Subject3 attempted to drag Subject2 and his Kayak.  Subject3 explained that it was impossible to fight against the wind and waves with only one paddle.  They came to  rest against the reeds and cat tails at approximately 1030 hours.  At this point Subject2 again fell off the Kayak but was again able to get back on his Kayak.  They decided to get back in the cat tails away from the wind that was pushing them.  At this point Subject3 was able to call and speak with Game Warden Subject4.  Subject3 explained their situation to Subject4 and Subject4 informed them that they would need to try to work their way through the weeds to the shore.  Subject4 explained to them that help was approximately 2 hours from them and they would need to reach the shore.
 

Subject3 and Subject2 then began to push and paddle the two Kayaks through the weeds in a western direction.  He said it was rough and slow going.  He explained that he could see that Subject2 was cold so he gave him some hand warmers and an extra hat.  While they were struggling through the weeds, he
heard what sounded like Subject2 had thrown up.  He looked back at him and saw that he was slumped over in his Kayak and was unresponsive.  Subject3 explained to me that he then got off of his Kayak and waded over to Subject2.  At this point he called 911 and was able to speak with NYE county dispatch.  Contact with NYE county Dispatch was made through 911 services at 1131 hours.  He told me that NYE county dispatch informed him that he needed to get Subject2 onto a recovery position.  

Subject3 attempted to lay him flat on the Kayak but was unable to as Subject2's body fell into the water again.  Subject3 said he could not tell if Subject2 was breathing.  At this point he pulled Subject2's inflatable life jacket handle which fully inflated the PFD. Over the next 1 and a half hours Subject3 stayed on the line with NYE county dispatch.  Subject3 struggled to keep Subject2's head above water.  Subject3 explained that at one point he removed the lifejacket Subject2 had on and placed it under his back to help keep him out of the water. 

He stayed in the water holding his friend the whole time and became very cold.  It was at approximately 1300 hours that he heard my voice.

At approximately 1500 hours NYE county Deputy arrived on scene. At approximately 1630 hours NYE county Detective arrived on Scene.  I assisted NYE county with loading Subject2's body into the Transport van to be transported to the Clark County Coroners Office.  

The Blue 10-foot Lifetime Teton Kayak Subject2 was operating was seized using seizure tag number 45944. It was then transported to the management area office and secured.  Subject4 transported the seized Life jacket Subject2 was wearing to the Ely NDOW office.  The capacity plate on the Kayak states a maximum capacity of 275 lbs.  Based on Subject2's listed weight and gear I do not feel this Kayak was overloaded.   Subject2 had on an Onyx M25 inflatable PFD which had been inflated to full size.  This PFD was seized utilizing seizure tag #45943.


BARDID: NV-2022-0004
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-06-30 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:54:00
CoordinatesConfidence: C
NameOfBodyOfWater: LAKE MEAD
NearestCityorTown: BOULDER CITY
County: CLARK
WaterConditions: Rough
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Storm
Visibility: Fair
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
AccidentCause1: Navigation rules violation
DayofWeek: Thursday
RedactedNarrative:
Lake Mead Interagency Communications Center received a report of a female who fell off a jet ski while riding with a male individual north of Promontory point at appx 0550, neither wearing a life jacket. Good Samaritan on a kayak wearing a life jacket rescued the Operator and then capsized. Rangers recused both males in the water, but unable to find the female.

Rangers conducted shoreline searches, mid basin and Metro SAR flew helicopter for top side, with no results. Winds at the time of the incident were 38mph gusts.

Rangers conducted shore line seaches along with open water every day. Rangers performed drift calculations to determine where female missing female was. ROV team came out and found the female victim within 23ft of the GPS coorindates provided at a depth of 288ft. GPS coordinates provided were:
36.037016, -114.749724. Missing female was recovered on 7/6/2022 at appx 0830.


BARDID: NV-2022-0011
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-07-13 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:28:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: LAKE TAHOE
NearestCityorTown: ZEPHYR COVE
County: DOUGLAS
WaterConditions: Rough
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Weather
AccidentCause2: Hazardous waters
AccidentCause3: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Engine
DayofWeek: Wednesday
RedactedNarrative:
I, Game Warden, with the Nevada Department of Wildlife, was called to investigate a vessel accident. The initial report was taken by Tahoe Douglas Fire. I interviewed the operator and owner of the vessel on July 20, 2022. On July 13, 2022, operator was operating his newly bought Malibu boat (V1), with bow numbers from its previous owner. He went to Zephyr Cove to pick up a family member. There was a total of 7 individuals board. 

Operator1 noticed the wind had picked up. He tied off to a mooring buoy in Zephyr Cove to wait out the wind. He said he was told by an employee that he was not allowed to tie off to the mooring buoy because it was rented out to someone else. 

At approximately 1720 hours, Operator1 untied and set out to Tahoe Keys. Operator1 was traveling approximately 10-20 MPH directly against the wind. Another boat had crossed in front of him from his right to left. 

Operator1 said the wake from the other boat and the waves from the wind had caused water to splash over his bow. His engine shut off. Operator1 does not know how or why it shut off. He tried to turn on the bilge pump, but the pump did not turn on. 

Operator1 said after approximately 3 large waves hit, V1 had swamped. Someone on V1 was able to call 911 before V1 rolled and capsized. All 7 individuals were in the water for approximately 20 minutes before being rescued by kayakers and a pontoon boat. 

They were seen onshore by Tahoe Douglas Fire. There were no injuries beyond first aid. Operator1 contacted Tow Boat US to help retrieve V1. Tow Boat US was not able to help until the following day. V1 had drifted to the shoreline by then and received additional damage from rubbing on the rocks along the shore.


BARDID: NV-2022-0013
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-07-30 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:20:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: LAKE MEAD
NearestCityorTown: BOULDER CITY
County: CLARK
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentEvent3: Person struck by vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause2: Improper lookout
AccidentCause3: Sharp turn
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
On July 30, 2022 at approximately1835 hours, I received a call from park dispatch of an unconscious male with back injuries on a vessel at the waterline at North Swim Beach.  I responded direct to the scene via patrol vehicle.  Boulder City Fire ALS Ambulance and Mercy Air helicopter were requested.


At approximately 1840 hours, I arrived on scene and was directed by vessel occupants to a 21-year-old adult male lying in a prone position on the rear bench seat of a 18’ 2002 Bombardier Utopia vessel.  The patient was conscious and complaining of severe pain to his back.  An approximate 10 abrasion was observed across his midback. A vessel passenger stated that the vessel had struck an object in the water, which caused the patient to be ejected from the vessel. The patient’s back was struck by the side of the vessel while he was in the water. Patient care was rendered and the patient was transported by Mercy Air helicopter to University Medical Center in Las Vegas, NV with possible spinal injuries.

I contacted the vessel operator via his driver’s license. A vessel passenger translated the field interview.  OPERATOR stated that they were traveling at a slow rate of speed (possibly 10-20 mph) near the shoreline in the area of Saddle Island, when they struck an unknown object in the water. 

The impact with the object caused the vessel to slow in speed and maneuver to its starboard. The two passengers seated on the bow bench seats were ejected from the vessel during impact. The medical patient was struck on his midback with the port gunwale of the vessel.  The other individual stated that he did not sustain any injuries during the incident. They pulled the patient into the vessel, placing him facedown on the rear bench seat and operated to North Swim Beach seeking medical aid.

An inspection of the vessel hull showed no signs of impact above the waterline. The vessel did not appear to sustain any visible damage. However, the vessel jet engine was not operable when I arrived on scene, presumably due to sediment sucked into the jets.

A vessel safety inspection indicated that the vessel had all required safety equipment aboard. The operator received a verbal warning for Improper Display of Bow Numbers.

I gave the vessel passengers a courtesy transport to their vehicle at Hemenway Launch Ramp.  OPERATOR remained with the vessel to seek a tow back to the marina.

-End Report-


BARDID: NV-2022-0014
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-06-30 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:00:00
CoordinatesConfidence: NC
NameOfBodyOfWater: South Fork Reservoir
NearestCityorTown: Spring Creek
County: Elko
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentCause2: Force of wake/wave
DayofWeek: Thursday
RedactedNarrative:
On 6/30/22 at approximately 1900 hours, an individual entered the water on a 9 ft inflatable kayak. 

Witnesses state that kayak appeared to be underinflated. Witnesses state individual on kayak had consumed alcohol throughout the day. Witness state they heard a call from help and that it appeared the kayaker fell from the kayak, possibly to a wake from a passing vessel. 

Once the kayaker fell into the water, they did not return to the surface. The kayak was recovered on the shore approximately 150 yards to the southeast with a personal floatation device tightly tied to the rear of the vessel. Multiple alcohol cans were recovered from inside the vessel as well. The kayaker was recovered deceased from 20ft of water on 7/1/22 at approximately 1655 hours.


BARDID: NV-2022-0015
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-02-11 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:02:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Mead
NearestCityorTown: Boulder City
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with submerged object
AccidentEvent2: Fire/explosion (fuel)
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Other
OtherAccidentCause: Unseen water hazard
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
On 2/11/22, Operator was traveling from Las Vegas Bay to Boulder Basin traveling at approximately 50mph. Operator was traveling around the point on Saddle Island between Saddle Cove and Moon Cove at approximately 1102 hrs his outboard motor collided with a submerged rock. The engine was dislodged from the transom and set fire. Operator used an onboard extinguisher to put out the flame.


BARDID: NV-2022-0016
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-04-17 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:31:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Mead
NearestCityorTown: Boulder City
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fall in vessel
AccidentCause1: Force of wake/wave
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
We contacted the operator of the 19' Wellcraft vessel. The operator was accompanied by his wife, son, and daughter. The operator told us that they were travelling east in Lake Mead's boulder basin when another vessel further ahead passed in front of them causing a wake. Operator down throttled his vessel to ease the impact from the wake. The impact from the wake caused the daughter to bounce out of her seat and prompt the wife to attempt to catch her. Wife hit her left knee on the bottom of windshield pass through on the vessel. Her left knee was swollen and red around the knee cap. She also stated that she hit the back of her head during the fall. There was no damage to the vessel resulting from the incident.


BARDID: NV-2022-0017
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-05-07 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:35:00
CoordinatesConfidence: C
NameOfBodyOfWater: Topaz Lake
NearestCityorTown: Topaz lake
County: Douglas
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Overloading
AccidentCause2: Weather
AccidentCause3: Hazardous waters
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
I, Game Warden with the Nevada Department of Wildlife, was called to a fatality on Topaz Lake on May 7, 2022 at approximately 1229 hours. During my investigation I learned the following events had taken place. 

On May 7, 2022 at approximately 1110 hours, subject2 launched a 12 ft aluminum vessel (V1) from camp. Subject2 was on board along with three others and a small dog. The two juveniles were wearing adult type 2 PFDs. The adults did not have on PFDs and there were no additional on board. 

Subject2 directed Subject1 to operate V1 into the heavy wind away from the shoreline. At approximately 1135 hours, the dog ended up in the water. Subject2 attempted to grab the dog which tipped V1 enough to take on water very quickly. V1 rolled and all occupants ended up in the cold water. They yelled and waved for help from bystanders on land. The occupants were unsuccessful at righting V1 and they attempted to swim to shore. 

Two people launched their vessel to attempt to rescue the occupants in the water. They got Subject1 onboard and were able to drag Subject2 to shore. Both were still conscious. They returned to get the other 2 occupants in the water. Victim was face down in the water without any signs of life. Subject3 was conscious and holding onto Victim''s head. The Good Sams got Subject3 onboard and dragged Victim to shore. 

Two people began to do CPR for several minutes before Douglas County Medical arrived to take over. Victim was later pronounced dead. 

V1 did not have a vessel capacity plate. V1 was approximately 12'' long and 4'' wide. Using the formula for maximum occupancy (L x W / 15 = capacity), V1 was likely overloaded.


BARDID: NV-2022-0018
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-05-30 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:22:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Tahoe
NearestCityorTown: Zephyr Cove
County: Douglas
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by vessel
AccidentCause1: Navigation rules violation
AccidentCause2: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
The vessel collision involving two jet skies was located approximately 1/3 mile off zephyr cove beach. The giveway vessel was travelling on the port side of the stand on vessel. Both vessels were traveling the same direction parallel to each other. The give way vessel turned into the stand on vessel striking the port side of the vessel and continued up into the steering column. Approximate speed of both vessels was 10-20 mph based on the damage caused to the vessels.

Both occupants on the stand on vessel required transportation to a local hospital due to leg fractures sustained from the collision. Both occupants on the give way vessel were evaluated and did not require medical treatment.

Both jet skies were on shore upon arrival, no contaminating fluids were discharged into the lake. Debris from the collision not collected.

Other than involved parties, no witnesses were located regarding the incident. 20 photographs were taken and uploaded to douglas county sheriff''s office cloud storage for evidence purposes.

After speaking with medical personnel and other first responders, alcohol was not a contributing factor in the collision.


BARDID: NV-2022-0019
State: NV
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2022-05-30 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:28:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Colorado River
NearestCityorTown: Laughlin
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (fuel)
AccidentCause1: Ignition of spilled fuel or vapor
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
The owner/operator had filled the vessel up with fuel and then taken it to his home to dry run the vessel with earmuffs to test for leaks. He stated that the boat had no issues during the test. Once arriving at the Rotary Park Launch Ramp, the operator''s son backed the trailer into the water and the operator backed the boat off the trailer away from the launch ramp with the detent slightly set in reverse at 800 RPM. The vessel was running in the water for approximately 5 minutes. At this point, five of the six family members were all on the vessel. As the vessel was slowly drifting away from the launch ramp, the operator stated that he shifted the vessels detent forward to throttle back towards the launch ramp which is exactly when the explosion occurred. He stated that he turned around and saw his infant grandson in flames, grabbed him and dove in the water. The infant was wearing a Personal Floatation Device (PFD) but the operator at the time was not. As the vessel began to drift south down the river two more of the family members were able to jump off the vessel into the water as well, neither individual was wearing a PFD. One family member remained on the vessel as it continued down the river but was eventually able to find a PFD, put it on, and jump into the river. She was rescued by Bullhead City lifeguards and returned to the Rotary Park launch ramp where the rest of her family remained. The vessel drifted until it became stuck on land on the Nevada side of the river, where it eventually began to sink due to the fire. The vessel was eventually recovered. 

Three of the five family members were taken to the hospital for treament of the burns they recieved from the fire.


BARDID: NV-2022-0020
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-06-25 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:45:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Mead
NearestCityorTown: Boulder City
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (non-fuel)
AccidentCause1: Unknown
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
On June 25th, 2022, at approximately 1145 hours, the operator explained to me that the group had beached the boat in the cove on Lake Mead so that they could hangout. After approximately an hour and a half, the operator noticed that the vessel was beginning to become dislodged from the shore and float away. The operator jumped onto the vessel and turned the ignition key over to start the vessel which prompted the explosion. The explosion caused the hatch towards the stern of the boat to propel into the operators back. He informed me that he was okay and refused medical attention. Once the vessel was on fire, the operator jumped off the vessel while wearing a PFD. The three individuals associated with the vessel, Warden and some good Samaritans used fire extinguishers to stop the fire but were unsuccessful. The fire was eventually extinguished by the National Park Service fire boat but nothing on the vessel was salvageable. Due to the vessel being burned down to the waterline, I was unable to identify any parts of the of the vessel that would have directly contributed to the cause.


BARDID: NV-2022-0021
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-06-18 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Mead
NearestCityorTown: Boulder City
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Rough
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Storm
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause2: Weather
AccidentCause3: Equipment failure
EquipmentFailure: Auxiliary
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
On June 18, 2022 three occupants aboard the vessel were travelling from Roadrunner Cove to Hemenway Harbor in the Lake Mead National Recreation Area. Due to high winds at approximately 30 mph waves formed. The operator stated that the water from the waves were coming inside the vessel. The operator and occupants stated that they believe the bilge pump stopped functioning as they noticed water no longer being pumped out of the vessel. The operator and occupants stated that the vessel began filling with water and the vessel started sinking, and eventually capsized. The occupants entered the water with life jackets on and were taken ashore by another vessel.


BARDID: NV-2022-0022
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-07-10 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 10:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Mead
NearestCityorTown: Boulder City
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Electrical
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
On 7/10/22, I Game Warden was on patrol at Lake Mead Recreation Area. At approximately 1700 I was notified by a boater that a vessel was tied off at the southern end of Sentinel Island and had sunk just off the shore. I made my way out to the vessel, identifying it. 
     I contacted Operator by phone for information regarding the incident. Operator stated that he had tied the vessel off at Sentinel Island at approximately 0930 on 7/10/22 while recreating with his wife and daughters Passengers 1, 2, and 3.  Operator attempted to turn over the vessel ignition but would not start nor did he hear the bilge system functioning. Operator stated the vessel began to take on water and attempted to contact Tow Boat US but were not able to assist due to the winds. Operator immediately notified National Parks Service (NPS) for assistance getting off Sentinel Island and was advised the vessel would need to be removed withing 48 hours. 
     As of 7/14/22 the vessel has been removed by Tow Boat US but an insurance quote has not been given regarding damages to electrical system and engine system. Due to the submerged nature of the vessel, damaged areas include elecrical system to include bilge system and engine system.


BARDID: NV-2022-0023
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-07-23 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Mead
NearestCityorTown: Boulder City
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Rough
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Storm
Visibility: Fair
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Sinking
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
AccidentCause2: Weather
MachineryFailure: Exhaust
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
On July 23, 2022, Operator left Callville Bay Marina, headed south toward Hemenway Harbor. The strong winds were coming from south east direction. Once Operator got to open water, he started taking waves over the bow of the boat. After further investigation, I, Game Warden, determined that while Operator was traveling across the rough waves, his boat began taking on water over the bow. The exhaust hose also partially detached, which could have been caused by the boat's impact on the water while traveling over the rough waves. When the exhaust hose became detached, everytime Operator gave the boat throttle, the engine sucked in water, filling the engine compartment. Operator's vessel was also equiped with lead weights to create a better wake as well as full ballast tanks, which contributed to creating a heavier stern on the vessel. Operator called the Marine 11 emergency channel on his radio and also flagged down a good summaritan. The good summaritan towed Operator to Callville Bay Marina. Operator's vessel capsized and sank at the entrance to the slip in the marina.


BARDID: NV-2022-0024
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-08-21 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:40:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Tahoe
NearestCityorTown: Zephyr Cove
County: Douglas
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Navigation rules violation
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
On Sunday, August 21, 2022, at approximately 1700 hours, while working on Douglas County Sheriff''s Office Marine 7 patrol vessel, I was dispatched to a report of an accident involving two personal water crafts (pwc) outside Round Hill Pines Resort in Lake Tahoe, Nevada. Prior to my arrival, I was notified the accident occurred at approximately 1140 hours, earlier that day, and all involved parties had departed the area. 

Upon arrival to Round Hill Pines Resort, I contacted multiple Round Hill Pines resort employees and learned the following:

Operator2 and his friend Operator1 rented pwcs from Round Hill Pines resort during the morning hours of August 21, 2022. Operator2 rented and operated pwc Sea Doo GTX, bearing Nevada registration. Operator1 rented, and operated, pwc Sea Doo GTX, bearing Nevada registration. Operator1 operated his rental pwc with a passenger who sat directly behind Operator1 on the pwc. 

Approximately one-quarter mile off Round Hill Pines Beach, Operator1 operated his pwc, with V1 occupant on board, in a straight direction. Direction of travel, and approximate speed, were not provided to me during the investigation. 

While Operator1 operated his pwc, Operator2 maneuvered his pwc, numerous times, in a circular direction around Operator1''s pwc. At one point, Operator2 attempted to straighten his direction of travel and maneuvered his pwc directly into the right side of Operator1''s pwc. 

Both Operator1 and V1 occupant were ejected from their pwc, into the water. The right front and right rear portions of Operator1''s pwc were severely cracked from the impact with Operator2''s pwc. Operator2''s pwc was not damaged from the incident. 

Round Hill Pines Resort marina personnel responded to the area to assist all parties and recover Operator1''s pwc. Operator2 was able to maneuver his pwc back to shore with no issues. Once all parties were on shore, everyone refused medical attention. Operator2, Operator1 and V1 occupant departed the resort without further incident. 

I later learned the cost to repair the damaged personal water craft was approximately $5,000. Digital photographs were taken of both personal water crafts rented by Operator2 and Operator1 and submitted as evidence into Axon Cloud Storage. 
During my investigation, I did not attempt to contact Operator2, Operator1 or V1 occupant.


BARDID: NV-2022-0025
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-09-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Colorado River
NearestCityorTown: Laughlin
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause2: Navigation rules violation
AccidentCause3: Force of wake/wave
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
On September 3rd, 2022, at approximately 1400 hours, I Game Warden 1 and Game Warden 2 were patrolling the Colorado River as a double unit when we heard about a personal watercraft (PWC) accident through Mojave County Police Department's (MCPD) radio traffic. We informed the Nevada Department of Wildlife's (NDOW) dispatch about the incident and traveled down river to an area just south of the swim beach area near Lower Davis Camp. At approximately 1402 hours, we arrived on scene and observed an unoccupied PWC with registration numbers, (V2), pushed against shore on the Nevada side of the river. A Bullhead City Lifeguard was near the PWC and informed us that the other involved PWC was across the river on the Arizona side with the operator and passenger still onboard. We drove our marked patrol vessel to the Arizona side of the river where we contacted the operator of the other PWC which had registration numbers, (V1).

MCPD had the operator and passenger from V2 on their vessel. Both individuals on the MCPD vessel were receiving medical treatment from the Bullhead City Lifeguards for injuries.
I contacted the operator of V1, who stated that both PWC's were traveling north on the Colorado River very close to one another. The operator stated that a wave in the water caused him to lose control of the PWC he was operating, resulting in his port side bow to collide with the starboard side of V2. Both individuals from V2 were transported by ambulance to Western Arizona Regional Medical Center (WARMC) located at 2735 Silver Creek Rd, Bullhead City, AZ 86442. 

After questioning, it was revealed that all four individuals involved were wearing USCG approved Type-3 PFD's at the time of the incident.


BARDID: NV-2022-0026
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-10-15 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:45:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Mead
NearestCityorTown: Boulder City
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fall in vessel
AccidentCause1: Hazardous waters
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator of stand-up PWC stated he was riding through choppy water and hit his elbow on gunwale of stand-up PWC, causing his shoulder to dislocate.  Subject self transported to hospital and had doctor reset his shoulder.


BARDID: NV-2022-0027
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-07-18 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:45:00
CoordinatesConfidence: C
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Tahoe
NearestCityorTown: Stateline
County: Douglas
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
AccidentCause1: People on gunwale, bow, or transom
AccidentCause2: Weather
AccidentCause3: Hazardous waters
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
I, Game Warden, was notified per my chain of command of a vessel accident with fatality that occurred on Lake Tahoe on 07/18/2022. I contacted Douglas County Sheriffs Office (DCSO) Deputy, who was the responding officer. Deputy1 provided me with a copy of his police report (see attachment “DCSO report”) and a copy of the autopsy report (see attachment “Autopsy report”). Deputy1 stated that there was not a Report Beam completed, which is used to provide statistics to United States Coast Guard (USCG). Below is a summary of the information provided by Deputy1 to track the statistic through USCG.


     On 07/18/2022, Deputy1 was dispatched to a call in Marla Bay of a white female screaming on a white vessel. Upon arrival, Deputy1 identified the screaming female. Subject1 relayed to Deputy1 that her husband fell overboard into the water and has not resurfaced. Deputy1 updated DCSO Dispatch of the event and South Lake Tahoe PD and Tahoe Douglas County Fire responded to assist. 

     South Lake Tahoe Fire Department assisted and later located Victim in 15-20 feet of water near buoy E6 in Marla Bay. Victim was recovered at approximately 1711 hours. Life saving measures were performed by South Lake Tahoe Fire Department personal. Life saving measures were unsuccessful, time of death was pronounced at 1717 hours.

     Deputy1 cleared from the scene and conducted follow up with Subject1. Deputy1 learned the following:

“Subject1 and Victim departed the Tahoe Keys Marina, in South Lake Tahoe, after dropping off their son and his two children in the afternoon of July 18, 2022. Victim navigated the vessel, with Subject1 on board, to Marla Bay, Nevada, in order to connect their vessel to mooring buoy E6. Victim attempted to
retrieve a rope, attached to buoy E6, from the rear of their vessel, utilizing a pole with a hook on the end. Subject1 was sitting in the vessel, facing the rear of the vessel, while Victim attempted to retrieve the rope. Victim was kneeling down on the back deck of their vessel prior to falling in the lake. Subject1 was unable to reach Victim in time to rescue him. Subject1 was able to retrieve the pole with hook, and bring it back on board the vessel. Subject1 told me Victim was unable to swim towards the surface of the water after falling in from the vessel. The weather was unfavorable at the time Victim attempted to attach his vessel to mooring buoy. Winds originated from the south west at 10-15 miles per hour and wave heights were more than one foot high.”


BARDID: NV-2022-0028
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-12-02 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:15:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Mead
NearestCityorTown: Boulder City
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Person departed vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by propeller
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause3: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Engine
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
On December 2, 2022 at approximately 15:16 hours, I received a call from park dispatch of an adult male with a laceration to his upper right thigh aboard a Good Samaritan vessel in route to Las Vegas Boat Harbor.  USPRs (US Park Ranger) and I responded direct to the scene via patrol vehicles.  Boulder City Fire ALS Ambulance and Mercy Air helicopter were requested.  

At approximately 15:30 hours, we arrived on scene with a 34'' 2022 Sea Ray Sundancer cabin cruiser vessel occupied by three individuals. The vessel operator was later identified. We contacted the patient who was lying in a supine position on the rear swim deck.  VICTIM had a deep laceration to his upper inside thigh.  The laceration injury was consistent with a strike from a vessel propeller which was under power at the time of incident.  USPR, Paramedic, took primary patient care.

Following on scene wound care and pain management, VICTIM was transported by gurney to a Boulder City Fire Department ALS ambulance.  

I re-contacted vessel owner/operator, and vessel passenger/witness on their vessel at the Las Vegas Boat Harbor courtesy dock.  A field interview with OPERATOR and OCCUPANT1 indicated the following:

OPERATOR and OCCUPANT1 had left Las Vegas Boat Harbor at approximately 14:00 hours, in route to the Hoover Dam.  Approximately 15 minutes into their voyage they were waved down by VICTIM who was afloat on a disabled 2021 Bombardier Sea-Doo GTX 300, in open water between the Hemenway Wall and Boulder Island.  

They contacted VICTIM and attempted to secure his PWC to the back of their vessel.  They were unsuccessful on first attempt. Upon second attempt they were able to secure the PWC to their vessel.  During said maneuver, VICTIM and a detachable gas canister fell into the water.  OPERATOR stated that they told VICTIM to get in the vessel and they would retrieve the gas canister using a poll net.  VICTIM refused and swam to retrieve the gas canister.  

Upon retrieval, VICTIM swam to the rear of the vessel and while attempting to place the gas canister on the swim deck, he was “sucked under" the vessel and came into contact with the vessel propeller.  OPERATOR stated that he believed the vessel was in neutral at the time, however VICTIM''s injury appeared consistent with a propeller under engine power.  VICTIM was loaded onto the swim platform and OCCUPANT1 called 911.  They transported VICTIM with the PWC in tow to Las Vegas Boat Harbor.  

On December 3, 2022 at approximately 11:00 hours, I conducted a telephonic interview with VICTIM.  VICTIM indicated the following:

VICTIM was on his PWC between the Hemenway Wall and Boulder Island, when smoke began emanating from the PWC engine compartment.  He shut down his PWC and contact NPS Dispatch for assistance. While await a response, he waived down the Good Samaritans in the cabin cruiser.  While securing his PWC to their vessel, he fell in the water and swam to retrieve his detached gas canister.  

While swimming towards the rear of the vessel, he observed the vessel moving backwards towards him.  He was unsure if the vessel was under power in reverse, or his waves were pushing the vessel towards him.  When he approached the swim platform he was sucked under the vessel into the moving propeller.  

He was transported by the Good Samaritan vessel to Las Vegas Boat Harbor for medical attention.
A USCG vessel safety inspection was performed on the cabin cruiser.  The vessel had all required safety equipment aboard.  VICTIM was wearing a properly fitted USCG rated Type III PFD at the time of incident.  No alcohol or controlled substances were observed aboard either vessel.  No individuals on scene showed any indication of impairment. 

Statements and on scene evidence indicate that operator inexperience (...


BARDID: NV-2022-0030
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-08-05 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: LAKE MOHAVE
NearestCityorTown: SEARCHLIGHT
County: CLARK
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Person departed vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by propeller
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentCause2: Improper lookout
AccidentCause3: Navigation rules violation
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
V1 had been adrift mid-channel for most of the OPERATOR1 and SUBJECT2 had been sitting near the center of the boat near the bar area. OPERATOR1 Told SUBJECT2 that he had never started a boat before and asked if he could start the boat. 

SUBJECT2 decided they were drifting a little too close to the Nevada shoreline. SUBJECT2 looked astern briefly, saw the jet skis pull away and assumed the way was clear. 

SUBJECT2 instructed OPERATOR1 to turn On the engine. Neither remembered putting it into gear. Shortly after, they heard screaming and turned the engine off. SUBJECT2 admitted that he had been consuming alcohol most of the day but felt that he was still in control of his faculties. OPERATOR1 denied consuming any alcohol.

One person who had previously left the vessel was struck by the vessel's propeller.


BARDID: NV-2022-0031
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-07-30 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: LAHONTAN RESERVOIR
NearestCityorTown: FALLON
County: CHURCHILL
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentCause1: Other
OtherAccidentCause: Unseen water hazard
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
On August 7, 2022, while on routine patrol, I, Nevada State Game Warden, received a phone call from Nevada State Park Ranger. Ranger1 informed me that an insurance representative left a voicemail on the Lahontan State Recreation Area phone asking if there was a police report associated with an accident that occurred on 7/30/2022 on the Churchill County side of the reservoir. 

Ranger1 also informed me that she had spoken with the adjuster to advise him that the accident was never reported to law enforcement (I later contacted both Churchill and Lyon County dispatches to confirm that they never received a report). 

Ranger1 gathered the name of the involved operator. Based on the name and date of birth, I was able to look up Operator1's information in Nevada Department of Wildlife's (NDOW) licensing system and find his contact information. I called Operator1 to gather further information about the incident. Operator1 stated that he and his wife launched their 18' 2" Crestliner Sportfish 1850 from the North Shore Marina on 7/30/2022 sometime in the mid-morning hours. 

Operator1 said as they were headed out to what appeared to be open water, they struck a submerged land mass (as indicated by the diagram above, based on the description Operator1 provided he most likely struck a submerged island/peninsula). 

Operator1 state that he returned to the dock and noticed that the vessel was vibrating while under power, indicating the propeller was bent. Operator1 took the vessel to Kryptonite Marine in Carson City, Nevada for repairs where it was determined by mechanics to need a replacement of an entire lower unit, a job which was estimated to cost approximately $2450.00 with parts and labor. 

Operator1 confirmed that he had not reported the incident to law enforcement but that he reported it to his vessel insurance provider. I explained to Operator1 about his requirements to report vessel accidents to the State of Nevada when damage exceeds $2000 or if there is injury beyond first aid. 

Operator1 was gracious to learn about the reporting criteria and was cooperative during the investigation. Lastly, Operator1 confirmed that neither he, nor his wife were injured during the incident. I thanked Operator1 for his time and began taking the vessel accident report. I attempted to have Kryptonite Marine employees send me photographs of the damage, however, the shop refused to do so. No further action was taken.
End of report


BARDID: NV-2022-0033
State: NV
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-09-02 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:45:00
CoordinatesConfidence: C
NameOfBodyOfWater: LAKE MOHAVE
NearestCityorTown: SEARCHLIGHT
County: Clark
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Person departed vessel
AccidentCause1: Other
AccidentCause2: Weather
OtherAccidentCause: Passenger/skier behavior
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 was drifting in the cove, motor not running.  Parties jumped in to swim.  Victim became exhausted and began to struggle.  Victim was not a good swimmer and was not wearing a life jacket.  Attempts to rescue were to no avail as boat was drifting and witness # 2 and 3 began to become physically exhausted. Victim went underwater.


BARDID: NY-2014-0001
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-01-05 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:45:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Seneca Lake
NearestCityorTown: Reading
County: SCHUYLER
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator was duck hunting and took his kayak out to retrieve a duck he had shot.  While on board the kayak it capsized throwing him into the water.  He was treated for hypothermia as a result.


BARDID: NY-2014-0002
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-04-21 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: BLACK RIVER
NearestCityorTown: Watertown
County: JEFFERSON
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper anchoring
AccidentCause2: Hazardous waters
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator of vessel was attempting to anchor.  When the anchor caught the  bottom the vessel turned sideways exposing the beam to the current causing it to capsize. One person is missing, presumed dead, and the other was hypothermic as a result.


BARDID: NY-2014-0003
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-04-26 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 10:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: HUDSON RIVER
NearestCityorTown: Kingston
County: ULSTER
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Carbon monoxide exposure
AccidentCause1: Failure to vent
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator failed to properly vent out the exhaust from engine leading to CO entering cabin.  Both individuals onboard were hospitalized.


BARDID: NY-2014-0004
State: NY
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2014-05-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:38:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: ERIE BARGE CANAL
NearestCityorTown: Macedon
County: WAYNE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (non-fuel)
AccidentCause1: Unknown
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Owner started boat up for the first time this season.  He then walked back to his car to get supplies.  When he turned around the boat was fully engulfed in flames.


BARDID: NY-2014-0005
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-04-20 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 09:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: GREAT SAND CREEK
NearestCityorTown: Free Port
County: NASSAU
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Sinking
AccidentCause1: Hull failure
AccidentCause2: Equipment failure
EquipmentFailure: Auxiliary
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel 1 while adrift began to take on water.  Vessel returned to yacht club and sunk at dock.  The main contributing factor was found to be a leaking through hull fitting.  The bilge pump also failed to engage.


BARDID: NY-2014-0006
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-05-09 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:58:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: CHATAUQUA LAKE
NearestCityorTown: Ellery
County: CHAUTAUQUA
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Other
OtherAccidentCause: Improper Mooring
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel was moored to a bridge piling using an anchor and its line.  The vessels stern was facing incoming waves which then swamped the vessel causing it to capsize.  Both individuals onboard were exposed in the water for an extended period of time and were wearing PFDs.  The passenger was rescued and treated for exposure.  The operator experienced cardiac arrest and was pronounced dead.


BARDID: NY-2014-0007
State: NY
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2014-05-09 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 05:11:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: SHELL BANK BASIN
NearestCityorTown: Howard Beach
County: QUEENS
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (fuel)
AccidentCause1: Ignition of spilled fuel or vapor
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator of vessel 1 stated he filled his boat with gas, started the engine and an explosion occurred.  Operator was able to jump in the water and escape.  Fire spread to vessel 2.


BARDID: NY-2014-0008
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-05-11 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:50:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: LONG ISLAND SOUND
NearestCityorTown: Port Jefferson
County: SUFFOLK
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (fuel)
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Fuel
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator stated while underway for the first time this season a fire developed in the engine compartment.  Passenger was transported to shore for treatment of smoke inhalation.


BARDID: NY-2014-0009
State: NY
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2014-05-24 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:35:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: HONEOYE CREEK
NearestCityorTown: Mendon
County: MONROE
WaterConditions: Rough
StrongCurrent: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent3: Person departed vessel
AccidentCause1: Hazardous waters
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Three male occupants dropped their canoe off behind Honeoye Falls in swift water.  They traveled down river until they struck a tree in the middle of the creek causing the canoe hull to crack.  Two of the individuals onboard were able to swim to shore.  The third got caught underneath some debris.


BARDID: NY-2014-0011
State: NY
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2014-05-26 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 03:58:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: GREAT SOUTH BAY
NearestCityorTown: Blue Point
County: SUFFOLK
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Light
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Navigation rules violation
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel was heading at a high rate of speed and struck wooden jetty wall at a right angle.  Both occupants onboard fled scene and were latter detained by police.  It is not known which individual was the operator at the time of the accident.


BARDID: NY-2014-0012
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-05-26 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:45:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: ATLANTIC OCEAN
NearestCityorTown: Atlantic Beach
County: NASSAU
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
AccidentEvent2: Person departed vessel
AccidentCause1: Other
OtherAccidentCause: passenger/skier behavior
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator stated that passenger fell off the jetski into the water.  The operator then entered the water to help.  Neither was able to get back onboard and suffered from hypothermia.  Both were transported to the hospital for treatment.


BARDID: NY-2014-0014
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-05-26 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:50:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: LAKE MAHOPAC
NearestCityorTown: Carmel
County: PUTNAM
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel 2 experienced mechanical failure.  Vessel 1 a USCG Auxiliary vessel took vessel 2 in tow.  While under tow vessel 2 struck vessel 3.  The operator of vessel 1 was inexperienced in towing operations.


BARDID: NY-2014-0017
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-05-30 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:25:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: JAMAICA BAY
NearestCityorTown: Breezy Point
County: QUEENS
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentEvent3: Other
OtherAccidentEvent: person strikes propeller
AccidentCause1: Hazardous waters
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel 1 capsized in rough water.  Vessel 2, a fire rescue boat was attempting rescue.  Operator of vessel 1 grabbed a hold of vessel 2.  He struggled and was kicking legs into propeller causing lacerations.  Engine was in neutral at the time.  Passenger of vessel 1  was treated for hypothermia.


BARDID: NY-2014-0020
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-05-25 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:05:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: SLOOP CHANNEL
NearestCityorTown: Freeport
County: NASSAU
WaterConditions: Choppy
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Overloading
AccidentCause2: Weather
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel 1 while underway and overloaded, took water over the bow causing boat to flood and then capsize.


BARDID: NY-2014-0022
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-05-24 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 20:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: LAKE GEORGE
NearestCityorTown: Bolton Landing
County: WARREN
WaterConditions: Choppy
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Poor
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/swamping
AccidentCause1: Hazardous waters
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel was cruising southbound when vessel struck rocks.  Vessel then left the area and returned to Lagoon manor Resort.  Vessel was taking on water as a result of grounding.


BARDID: NY-2014-0023
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-05-26 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: DELTA LAKE
NearestCityorTown: Western
County: ONEIDA
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Person departed vessel
AccidentCause1: Other
AccidentCause2: Hazardous waters
OtherAccidentCause: passenger/skier behavior
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
Subject1 jumped off the rear of the vessel to go swimming.  The vessel began to drift eastward and he had trouble swimming towards the boat.  Subject2 jumped in to assist Subject1.  Subject2 also began to struggle.  A good Samaritan boater was able to rescue Subject1.  Subject2 however slipped underwater and was not able to rescued.


BARDID: NY-2014-0025
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-06-09 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:44:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: CONESUS LAKE
NearestCityorTown: Geneseo
County: LIVINGSTON
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Sinking
AccidentCause1: Hazardous waters
AccidentCause2: Equipment failure
EquipmentFailure: Auxiliary
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator and passenger were adrift fishing when boat took on water.  Bilge pump failed to work and vessel quickly sank.  Both persons onboard were rescued quickly by the sheriff's boat.


BARDID: NY-2014-0026
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-06-09 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 21:25:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: ATLANTIC OCEAN
NearestCityorTown: Moriches
County: SUFFOLK
WaterConditions: Very rough
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentCause1: Improper anchoring
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator was fishing outside of Moriches Inlet while anchor.  Anchor line got caught in the props causing the vessel to take on water.  Tow Boat US was able to take both individuals onboard before the vessel sank.


BARDID: NY-2014-0027
State: NY
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2014-06-14 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 10:35:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: LAKE ONTARIO
NearestCityorTown: Mud Bay
County: JEFFERSON
WaterConditions: Rough
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Sinking
AccidentCause1: Weather
AccidentCause2: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Air boat was operating in waves 3-4 feet in height.  Waves came over the sides of the vessel causing the vessel to sink.  no reported injuries.


BARDID: NY-2014-0028
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-06-14 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:42:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: QUOGUE CANAL
NearestCityorTown: Quogue
County: SUFFOLK
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentCause2: Excessive speed
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel was westbound from Shinnecock Bay into Quogue Canal at a high rate of speed.  Vessel ran aground on a sandy bottom coming to a halt. Operator was arrested for BUI. He had a BAC of .14


BARDID: NY-2014-0029
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-06-15 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 22:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: LAKE GEORGE
NearestCityorTown: Bolton Landing
County: WARREN
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel was traveling northwest and struck Ranger Shoal.  Operator stated that he thought that channel marker was out.  Patrol verified that channel marker was in working order the following morning.  Operator stated he was also unfamiliar with the area.


BARDID: NY-2014-0030
State: NY
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2014-06-22 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:14:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: CAYUGA LAKE
NearestCityorTown: Interlaken
County: SENECA
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (fuel)
AccidentCause1: Failure to vent
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator left cover to engine compartment open during fueling.  He failed to ventilate following its completion.  While leaving the marina he heard a bang and saw that the engine compartment cover was blown off and the engine compartment was on fire.  He attempted to fight the fire with an extinguisher onboard to no avail.  All occupants left the vessel and were rescued by a near by boat.  One occupant sfufered burns to her arm.


BARDID: NY-2014-0031
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-05-26 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:38:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Sandy Pond
NearestCityorTown: Sandy Creek
County: OSWEGO
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Engine
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel 2 was adrift in the waterway.  Vessel 1 was approaching to pull up alongside when the engine stalled.  Vessel 1 continued to drift into vessel 2.  Two victims on V2 beacme injured after they fell in the boat.


BARDID: NY-2014-0032
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-05-23 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 22:09:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: LAKE GEORGE
NearestCityorTown: Bolton Landing
County: WARREN
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Light
Visibility: Fair
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
After having dinner with friends an individual headed home alone aboard his vessel.  As the vessel approached its dock it ran aground, striking numerous trees and rocks along the shoreline.  The operator died of injuries suffered in the accident.  A PFD was not worn and the BAC was reported as 0.27.  The operator was a holder of a boating safety certificate.


BARDID: NY-2014-0034
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-06-06 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 01:20:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: JAMAICA BAY
NearestCityorTown: Rockaway
County: QUEENS
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/swamping
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator was traveling near channel when he struck the "2" buoy.  As a result a crack formed in the hull and the vessel began to take on water.


BARDID: NY-2014-0035
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-06-21 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 23:50:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: EAST RIVER
NearestCityorTown: Queens
County: QUEENS
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
While underway and heading east bound, vessel struck the port authority / Laguarida Airport Pier that contains the radar and landing lights.  Subjects became injured when they struck the boat upon impact.


BARDID: NY-2014-0036
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-06-22 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:58:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: LONG ISLAND SOUND
NearestCityorTown: Kings Point
County: NASSAU
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/swamping
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator was making way and struck submerged rocks on the south side of stepping stone light house causing extensive damage.


BARDID: NY-2014-0038
State: NY
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2014-06-22 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 09:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: HUDSON RIVER
NearestCityorTown: Catskill
County: GREENE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with submerged object
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent3: Sinking
AccidentCause1: Other
OtherAccidentCause: unseen water hazard
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator stated that he was traveling southbound in the channel at approximately 20 mph when a he struck a submerged log.  The vessel started to take on water and sank prior to reaching the western shore.


BARDID: NY-2014-0039
State: NY
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2014-06-22 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: HUDSON RIVER
NearestCityorTown: Coxsackie
County: GREENE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Navigation rules violation
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator of vessel 2 and passenger of vessel 1 concur that both vessels were south bound when vessel 2 started doing donuts.  Vessel 2 came out of several donuts and proceeded northbound.  When vessel 1 realized vessel 2 was proceeding northbound vessel 1 turned to catch up.  While vessel 1 was overtaking vessel 2 they collided.


BARDID: NY-2014-0040
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-06-22 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: HUDSON RIVER
NearestCityorTown: Strockport
County: COLUMBIA
WaterConditions: Rough
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by vessel
AccidentCause1: Force of wake/wave
AccidentCause2: Excessive speed
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Victim was sitting on swim platform on vessel 1. A wake from vessel 3 caused her finger to be caught between vessel 2 and the swim platform of vessel 1 causing a partial amputation.


BARDID: NY-2014-0041
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-06-24 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 02:15:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: JAMAICA BAY
NearestCityorTown: Rockaway
County: QUEENS
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentCause1: Navigation rules violation
DayofWeek: Tuesday
RedactedNarrative:
Both individuals onboard the PWC intended to take a short night cruise around portions of Jamaica Bay.  Their engine however quit working and they drifted ashore onto a small march island with the tide coming in.  A friend notified police when they did not return and a search was conducted.  The two individuals were rescued approximately 9 hours latter having suffered cuts from the marsh reeds and hypothermia from exposure.


BARDID: NY-2014-0042
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-06-27 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 20:13:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: KEUKA LAKE
NearestCityorTown: Penn Yan
County: Yates
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by vessel
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentCause2: Improper lookout
AccidentCause3: Navigation rules violation
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel 2 was traveling northward.  Vessel 1 was traveling southward and made a turn to port into vessel 2.  Operator2 was struck by V1 and received a cut foot.  OPerator 1 was at fault for alcohol use.


BARDID: NY-2014-0043
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-06-27 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:31:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: KAYUTA LAKE
NearestCityorTown: Remsen
County: ONEIDA
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Collision with fixed object
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel 1 was southbound on Kayuta Lake and struck vessel 2 which was docked.  Vessel 1 then struck the dock, a paddleboat and then vessel 3.  Operator of vessel 1 then fled the scene.


BARDID: NY-2014-0045
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-06-28 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 08:05:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: EAST RIVER
NearestCityorTown: New York
County: NEW YORK
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Person struck by propeller
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel was being operated as a safety vessel for a swim event.  Operator did not see victim a participant grab onto the swim platform and put engine into gear.  Victim sustained lacerations to right leg after being struck by the propeller.


BARDID: NY-2014-0046
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-06-29 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:12:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: SODUS BAY
NearestCityorTown: Sodus Pt
County: WAYNE
WaterConditions: Rough
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Fair
AccidentEvent1: Person struck by vessel
AccidentCause1: Weather
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator was attempting to dock the vessel during a heavy wind and rain storm.  Victim was on dock assisting with lines.  A gust of wind caused vessel to lunge forward at the same time that the victim slipped.  The anchor of the vessel, which is mounted on the bow, struck the victim in the chest.  Minor bleeding and possible internal injuries resulted.  The victim was transported to the hospital as a result.


BARDID: NY-2014-0047
State: NY
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2014-06-29 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:58:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: UPPER NIAGARA RIVER
NearestCityorTown: North Tonawanda
County: NIAGARA
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentCause1: Hull failure
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator was traveling north on the Upper Niagara River when he hear a loud noise from the rear of the vessel.  Water began to come in rapidly from the transom in the vicinity of the engines.  Operator was able to bring vessel close to a nearby marina.  A passing vessel was able to tow it into the docks where everyone was removed from the vessel.  The vessel sank with just the bow remaining above water at the dock.


BARDID: NY-2014-0048
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-06-30 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 21:40:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: SHELL BANK CREEK
County: KINGS
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
Victim fell off PWC and started to swim.  Victim was unable to swim back and reboard.  Alcohol use was attributed as the cause.


BARDID: NY-2014-0049
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-07-01 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 10:19:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: LAKE GEORGE
NearestCityorTown: Hague
County: WARREN
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent3: Person departed vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Tuesday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel was fishing in 135 feet of water using down riggers set at 130 feet.  Vessel was trolling in a north west direction at about 1.7 mph when the depth changed to 70 feet.  The down rigger weights got stuck in the bottom and the vessel came to a halt.  Waves started to come over the transom and the vessel took on water.  All persons onboard put on PFD.  The operator cut the down rigger cable free.  The vessel continued to take on water.  The deceased jumped in the water with a life jacket on but not fastened.  The vessel capsized.


BARDID: NY-2014-0050
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-07-02 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:55:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: KEUKA LAKE
NearestCityorTown: Urbana
County: STEUBEN
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Person departed vessel
AccidentCause1: Sudden medical condition
DayofWeek: Wednesday
RedactedNarrative:
Child was swimming out from boat approximately 200 yards and swimming back.  This occurred about 6-7 times.  On last trip child began crying and parents assisted child onto the boat.  The child became unconscious, had a limp left arm and twitching right leg.


BARDID: NY-2014-0051
State: NY
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2014-07-03 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 21:57:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: LAKE ONTARIO
NearestCityorTown: Olcott
County: NIAGARA
WaterConditions: Very rough
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Poor
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Sinking
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
AccidentCause2: Hazardous waters
MachineryFailure: Engine
DayofWeek: Thursday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator stated he was anchored approximately 1200 feet off shore.  He pulled anchor up and began to get underway when his engine quit and boat began to take on water from the stern due to very rough water conditions.  Patrol was able to rescue all persons onboard prior to the vessel sinking.


BARDID: NY-2014-0052
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-07-03 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 22:55:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: ONEIDA LAKE
NearestCityorTown: Cicero
County: ONONDAGA
WaterConditions: Calm
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent3: Fall in vessel
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Improper lookout
DayofWeek: Thursday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel was departing fire works display at Brewerton, NY.  Operator stated he was coming up on plane and struck a red buoy.  Operator claimed he did not see the light and believed that it had not been operating.  Vessel was able to return to shore and everyone got off prior to it sinking.  Two people were injured after impacting the vessel.


BARDID: NY-2014-0053
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-07-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 22:31:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: LAKE ONTARIO
NearestCityorTown: Rochester
County: MONROE
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Light
Visibility: Poor
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause2: Improper lookout
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel was traveling west bound on Lake Ontario heading towards the port of Rochester and the Genesee River.  Operator saw a yellow light in the distance and mistook it for the end of the pier.  Operator proceeded to crash into the pier at a speed of approximately 25 mph. ALl four occupants were injured after impacting the vessel.


BARDID: NY-2014-0055
State: NY
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2014-07-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:23:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: LAKE ONTARIO
NearestCityorTown: Irondequoit
County: MONROE
WaterConditions: Rough
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
AccidentCause2: Weather
MachineryFailure: Electrical
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel had just exited Irondequoit Bay Outlet into Lake Ontario when the engine stopped working.  The vessel began to drift towards the pier where it ran aground.  All passengers were able to climb onto pier and no injuries were sustained.


BARDID: NY-2014-0056
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-07-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 03:10:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: LAKE ONTARIO
NearestCityorTown: Wolcott
County: WAYNE
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Poor
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentCause1: Restricted vision
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel was traveling southbound on Lake Ontario attempting to enter Port Bay Channel.  The operator misjudged the channel entrance in the poor visibility and ran aground on the east side of the channel.


BARDID: NY-2014-0058
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-07-05 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:45:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: OWASCO LAKE
NearestCityorTown: Auburn
County: CAYUGA
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel 1 was docked facing south bound at launch.  Vessel 2 was moored behind vessel 1.  Operator vessel 1 stats he saw another vessel backing out of the launch towards him.  He put vessel in reverse and struck vessel 2.  One person on v1 was injured when he fell in the boat.  One person in v2 was injured when she was ejected and impacted the water.


BARDID: NY-2014-0059
State: NY
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2014-06-19 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 23:05:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: LAKE ONTARIO
NearestCityorTown: Rochester
County: MONROE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Fair
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
DayofWeek: Thursday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel was west bound on Lake Ontario in dark conditions and struck the pier.  Pier is not marked or illuminated.  The channel marker to the north of the pier was lit and functioning. All four people were injured when they impacted the vessel.


BARDID: NY-2014-0060
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-07-06 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: GREAT PECONIC BAY
NearestCityorTown: Southampton
County: SUFFOLK
WaterConditions: Rough
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Weather
AccidentCause2: Hazardous waters
AccidentCause3: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Electrical
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel was traveling through the south race in rough conditions.  Vessel began to take on water over the side.  Vessel lost power a result.  Everyone board was rescued by a good Samaritan.  Vessel proceeded to capsize.  One person was injured after striking his head on the vessel.


BARDID: NY-2014-0061
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-07-09 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:53:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: CHAUTAUQUA LAKE
NearestCityorTown: Bemus Point
County: CHAUTAUQUA
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by vessel
AccidentCause1: Other
OtherAccidentCause: passenger/skier behavior
DayofWeek: Wednesday
RedactedNarrative:
As vessel was approaching dock to tie up, passenger stuck out leg trying to slow vessel.  The leg slipped between the vessel and the dock causing a lower leg laceration.


BARDID: NY-2014-0063
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-07-12 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: LONG ISLAND SOUND
NearestCityorTown: Fort Salonga
County: SUFFOLK
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
AccidentCause1: Navigation rules violation
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Both vessels were riding in close proximity to each other.  Vessel 1  was struck by vessel 2 on the starboard side.  Vessel 2 was operated by an individual under 14 years of age.  operator 2 suffered bruising to his face after impacting his vessel.


BARDID: NY-2014-0064
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-07-12 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:10:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: HEMPSTEAD BAY
NearestCityorTown: Island Park
County: NASSAU
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Other
OtherAccidentEvent: person struck by unsecured cle
AccidentCause1: Other
OtherAccidentCause: dock failure
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
While vessel was docking operator threw  a line from the stern starboard side to a patron on the dock.  The line was tied off to a cleat.  The cleat pulled out of the dock and struck a passenger onboard the vessel breaking her left arm.


BARDID: NY-2014-0066
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-07-15 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 10:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: ST. LAWRENCE RIVER
NearestCityorTown: Clayton
County: JEFFERSON
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Fair
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
DayofWeek: Tuesday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel 1 was overtaking vessel 2 and failed to see her striking vessel 2 in the starboard rear quarter.  An occupant onboard v2 became injured after falling.


BARDID: NY-2014-0067
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-07-19 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 10:42:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: IRONDEQUOIT BAY
NearestCityorTown: Irondequoit
County: MONROE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Improper lookout
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel was north bound approaching channel marker #7.  Passenger  asked operator a question distracting him.  Operator quickly realized he had been distracted and swerved boat to the right but not was not able to avoid buoy. Impact caused everyone onboard to be thrown throughout the boat.


BARDID: NY-2014-0068
State: NY
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2014-07-20 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:26:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: GREAT SOUTH BAY
NearestCityorTown: Linden Hurst
County: SUFFOLK
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Improper lookout
AccidentCause3: Navigation rules violation
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel 1 was traveling south bound in channel.  Vessel 2 was traveling west bound crossing channel at a high rate of speed.  Vessel 2 jumped a wake of an unknown third vessel and slammed into vessel 1.  Operator2 was injured after impacting the vessel.


BARDID: NY-2014-0071
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-07-27 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: OSWEGO RIVER
NearestCityorTown: Fulton
County: OSWEGO
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/swamping
AccidentCause1: Other
OtherAccidentCause: lock operator fault
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator placed starboard side of vessel against the west wall of lock.  Operator took a hold of tie up cable with his boat hook.  The lock operator began to fill the lock but forgot to swing the metal vehicle bridge that spans over the lock.  The top of the vessel collided with the bridge.


BARDID: NY-2014-0072
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-07-29 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: PECONIC BAY
NearestCityorTown: Southold
County: SUFFOLK
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Navigation rules violation
DayofWeek: Tuesday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel 2 was in an overtaking situation behind vessel 1.  vessel 1 proceeded to stop and prepare to fish.  Vessel 2 struck vessel 1 on the starboard bow.


BARDID: NY-2014-0073
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-07-29 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 20:13:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: SENECA LAKE
NearestCityorTown: Varick
County: SENECA
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
DayofWeek: Tuesday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel was traveling southbound on Seneca Lake when it struck  a dock.  No injuries and vessel was driven from scene.


BARDID: NY-2014-0074
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-07-30 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:17:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Huntington Harbor
NearestCityorTown: Huntington
County: SUFFOLK
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
DayofWeek: Wednesday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel 1  was travelling westbound in the vicinity of harbor channel and struck vessel 2 was moored with no one on board.


BARDID: NY-2014-0077
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-08-01 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:45:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: LAKE GEORGE
NearestCityorTown: Bolton
County: WARREN
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator was not paying attention while traveling under the Sagamore bridge.  Operator struck bridge with canvas top of vessel.


BARDID: NY-2014-0078
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-07-24 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: LAKE GEORGE
NearestCityorTown: Hague
County: WARREN
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Unknown
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Skier mishap
AccidentCause1: Other
OtherAccidentCause: passenger/skier behavior
DayofWeek: Thursday
RedactedNarrative:
Victim fell forward while water skiing.  Family and friends were able to get her aboard another recreational boat and ashore for medical attention.


BARDID: NY-2014-0079
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-05-11 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:51:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: CHEMUNG RIVER
NearestCityorTown: Big Flats
County: CHEMUNG
WaterConditions: Unknown
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Unknown
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Hazardous waters
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Two persons were in a kayak on the swollen river.  The operator was on her cell phone with her husband.  They passed where Sing Sing Creek enters and soon found the current in the river to have significantly increased.  They then saw a tree in the water and were unable to avoid it causing the kayak to overturn.  The deceased became pinned underneath the kayak and drowned.


BARDID: NY-2014-0080
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-07-23 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 08:44:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: SENECA RIVER
NearestCityorTown: Cato
County: CAYUGA
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Collision with fixed object
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Wednesday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator of vessel 1 was distracted while operating vessel east bound on Seneca River.  Vessel 1 headed towards the shoreline and struck vessel 2 which was tied to a dock.  Then the dock struck vessel 3 which was tied to the other side.


BARDID: NY-2014-0081
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-08-09 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 03:44:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: SENECA LAKE
NearestCityorTown: Dresden
County: YATES
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentCause2: Improper loading
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Occupants of canoe capsized in lake.  Both occupants were able to swim to shore and were treated for exposure.


BARDID: NY-2014-0082
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-05-25 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: UPPER DELAWARE RIVER
NearestCityorTown: Barryville
County: SULLIVAN
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Unknown
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Person departed vessel
AccidentCause1: Hazardous waters
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Victim was rafting on river with friends in a rented raft.  he decided to go swimming and took off his PFD.  He proceeded to do a diver type roll off the raft.  He Surfaced once and then disappeared.


BARDID: NY-2014-0083
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-07-06 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 09:50:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: GREAT KILLS
NearestCityorTown: Great Kills
County: RICHMOND
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator states that while underway at a low rate of speed the vessel came to an abrupt stop due to grounding on a sandbar.  Operator was cruising close to shore in anticipation of docking.  Several Passengers fell onboard the vessel and sustained some relatively minor  injuries requiring professional treatment.


BARDID: NY-2014-0084
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-07-13 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:03:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: MONTAUK HARBOR
NearestCityorTown: Montauk
County: SUFFOLK
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Weather
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator of vessel 1 was leaving the dock when the wind began to carry him toward vessel 2.  He turned the wheel and accelerated but could not avoid a collision.  Vessel 1 stuck vessel 2 on t he bow causing damage to the port gunwale of vessel 1 and the bow of vessel 2.


BARDID: NY-2014-0085
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-07-22 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:10:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: TIDEWAY RIVER
NearestCityorTown: Seaford
County: NASSAU
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Tuesday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel 1 was going down canal at about 5 mph (visible via security cameras) and struck vessel 2.  Vessel 1 then backed up and left the scene.  Approximately $1,500 was done to vessel 2.


BARDID: NY-2014-0087
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-08-08 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: GREAT SOUTH BAY
NearestCityorTown: Davis Park
County: SUFFOLK
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Weather
AccidentCause2: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
While vessel 1 was docked at slip, vessel 2 was attempting to dock at adjacent slip.  The wind pushed vessel 2 towards vessel 1 and the operator was unable to counter it in time.  Vessel 2 struck vessel on  the bow with its starboard side.  Vessel 1 anchor was damaged.  The window was damaged on vessel 2.


BARDID: NY-2014-0088
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-08-08 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:20:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: ATLANTIC OCEAN
NearestCityorTown: Point Lookout
County: NASSAU
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Person departed vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator of vessel 1 was pushing PWC from shore into deeper water when the surf knocked the pwc into operator.  The operator sustained injury to his right leg and was transported via helicopter to the hospital.


BARDID: NY-2014-0089
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-08-09 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:15:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: ST. LAWRENCE RIVER
NearestCityorTown: Alexandria Bay
County: JEFFERSON
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fall in vessel
AccidentCause1: Force of wake/wave
AccidentCause2: Weather
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator of vessel was heading towards Alexandria Bay when he hit a large wave. A passenger laying on the bow seat was bounced off and landed on his back causing injury.


BARDID: NY-2014-0090
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-08-09 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: LAKE GEORGE
NearestCityorTown: Bolton Landing
County: WARREN
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Unknown
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator and passengers noticed a significant amount of water in vessel.  It is not known what caused the water to initially enter.  Operator contacted Chic's marine, the rental company, and was instructed to turn on the bilge pump.  Passengers proceeded to shift all to one side of the vessel cauing it take on additional water and capsize.  All three occupants onboard were thrown into the water and were rescued by a near by boat.


BARDID: NY-2014-0091
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-08-09 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:43:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: PECONIC BAY
NearestCityorTown: Greenport
County: SUFFOLK
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fall in vessel
AccidentCause1: Weather
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator struck a wave in Green Port Harbor causing a passenger to fall off her seat and strike her back and side.  The passenger was transported to the hospital.


BARDID: NY-2014-0093
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-08-10 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: REYNOLDS CHANNEL
NearestCityorTown: Atlantic Beach
County: NASSAU
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Force of wake/wave
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator states that while operating vessel at listed location she was stuck by another vessel's wake.The force of the wake caused her vessel to capsize striking her passenger on the head.  Both were treated by local fire department and refused further treatment.


BARDID: NY-2014-0094
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-08-10 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: LAKE GEORGE
NearestCityorTown: Hague
County: WARREN
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Skier mishap
AccidentCause1: Sharp turn
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
While tubing vessel made a sharp turn and tuber fell off hurting her neck and back.  Victim was transported to hospital.


BARDID: NY-2014-0095
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-08-10 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:40:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: LAKE GEORGE
NearestCityorTown: Hague
County: WARREN
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Person struck by propeller
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
After tubing passenger went to get onboard the vessel.  She caught her foot in the moving prop causing a large cut.  She was attended to by medical staff at the boat rental and latter transported to the hospital.


BARDID: NY-2014-0096
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-08-10 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:10:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: SENECA LAKE
NearestCityorTown: Watkins Glen
County: SCHUYLER
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fall in vessel
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Weather
AccidentCause3: Force of wake/wave
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator jumped a wave at a high rate of speed and felt something snap in her back.  Operator was flown by helicopter to hospital for treatment.


BARDID: NY-2014-0097
State: NY
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2014-08-11 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: CHAUTAUQUA LAKE
NearestCityorTown: Stow
County: CHAUTAUQUA
WaterConditions: Rough
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentCause1: Weather
AccidentCause2: Hazardous waters
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel experienced high winds and began to take on water over the transom.  The operator was able to jump off in shallow water and drag the vessel  up into the mouth of a creek and secure it to a tree.  During this process the outboard motor fell off and experienced extensive water damage.


BARDID: NY-2014-0098
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-08-11 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:18:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: SENECA LAKE
NearestCityorTown: Geneva
County: SENECA
WaterConditions: Rough
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Grounding
AccidentCause1: Weather
AccidentCause2: Hazardous waters
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator was heading north approaching the north shore and began to slow vessel in order to come to anchor.  As vessel slowed waves came up over the bow and began to flood the vessel.  Operator was able to get vessel near shore and beached it in about 3 feet of water.  All occupants onboard were able to get to shore approximately 100 feet away.


BARDID: NY-2014-0099
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-08-11 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: LAKE GEORGE
NearestCityorTown: Hague
County: WARREN
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel 1 was docked.  Vessel 2 was attempting to turn around and operator gave to much forward throttle.  Vessel 2 struck vessel 1 broadside on the port side.  Operator of vessel 2 was not experianced with that vessel.


BARDID: NY-2014-0100
State: NY
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2014-08-12 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 10:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: EAST RIVER
NearestCityorTown: Whitestone
County: QUEENS
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Fair
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (fuel)
AccidentCause1: Navigation rules violation
DayofWeek: Tuesday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator stated that he was spraying starting fluid into his boat engine through the carburettor when it burst into flames.  The operator swam to shore and the vessel burned to the waterline.  The operator was unhurt and refused medical attention.


BARDID: NY-2014-0102
State: NY
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2014-08-14 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: LONG CREEK
NearestCityorTown: Point Lookout
County: NASSAU
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Person departed vessel
AccidentEvent3: Capsizing
AccidentCause1: Hull failure
DayofWeek: Thursday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel experienced hull failure and began to take on water and eventually capsized.  All individuals onboard were able to leave vessel prior to it capsizing without injury.


BARDID: NY-2014-0103
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-08-15 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 22:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: LAKE GEORGE
NearestCityorTown: Queensbury
County: WARREN
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Fair
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel 1 was cruising in Harris Bay and ran aground on a rock shoal.  Operator stated that he knew the area and was not paying proper attention to where he was.  Rock shoal is an area amongst several small islands.


BARDID: NY-2014-0105
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-08-16 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:45:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: ONEIDA LAKE
NearestCityorTown: Constantia
County: OSWEGO
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Poor
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator of vessel was transiting from east end of lake toward Brewerton.  Operator was unfamiliar with lake and using channel the buoys to navigate by.  Operator lost sight of buoys in reduced visibility and attempted to navigate solely off chart plotter.  He proceeded to pass Dunham and Frenchman Islands on the south side and ran into a marked shoal.  Vessel sustained damage to props, shafts and rudder.


BARDID: NY-2014-0106
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-08-16 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 21:15:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: LAKE GEORGE
NearestCityorTown: Bolton Landing
County: WARREN
WaterConditions: Rough
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Poor
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentCause1: Restricted vision
AccidentCause2: Hazardous waters
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel was being operated from Bolton Landing to Phantom Island Site 4 through the Narrows in restricted visibility.  Vessel struck Ranger Shoal in the narrows and ran aground.  Law enforcement was able to respond and remove the occupants.  Tow company was able to remove the vessel.


BARDID: NY-2014-0107
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-08-16 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:04:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: LAKE ONTARIO
NearestCityorTown: Chaumont
County: JEFFERSON
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Navigation rules violation
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel 2 was sailing west when they observed vessel 1 coming towards them.  Vessel 2 took on a starboard tack and vessel 1 took on a port tack.  Vessel 2 compensated to avoid a bow collision and vessel 1 struck vessel 2 on its starboard side.  Vessel 1 and 2 became entangled and drifted into the path of vessel 3 striking it as well.  All boats were eventually freed from each other.


BARDID: NY-2014-0109
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-08-18 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: CHATAUQUA LAKE
NearestCityorTown: Bemus Point
County: CHAUTAUQUA
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Skier mishap
AccidentCause1: Other
OtherAccidentCause: passenger/skier behavior
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
Passenger was wake boarding and the front of the board caught the water causing him to fall forward.  The back of the board t him on the head causing swelling and pain.


BARDID: NY-2014-0110
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-08-19 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: LAKE ONTARIO
NearestCityorTown: Olcott
County: NIAGARA
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Weather
AccidentCause2: Hazardous waters
DayofWeek: Tuesday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator was sailing and vessel capsized from wind and waves.  Victim became unconscious as a result and was floating face  up due to his PFD.  Nearby witness was able to jump in the water and retrive victim.  Victim was placed on fire rescue boat and CPR started.  He was taken to the hospital and pronounced dead.


BARDID: NY-2014-0111
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-08-20 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:43:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: ATLANTIC OCEAN
NearestCityorTown: Robert Moses
County: SUFFOLK
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Light
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Sinking
AccidentEvent3: Capsizing
AccidentCause1: Unknown
DayofWeek: Wednesday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel began to take on water from unknown reason.  Bilge pump failed to work.  Vessel became fully submerged and capsized.


BARDID: NY-2014-0112
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-08-30 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: PECONIC BAY
NearestCityorTown: New Suffolk
County: SUFFOLK
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Navigation rules violation
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel 2 made a turn into the path of vessel 1.  Both vessels were under sail.  The vessels collided causing a significant amount of damage to vessel 2.


BARDID: NY-2014-0113
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-08-22 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 21:33:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: SHELTER ISLAND SOUND
NearestCityorTown: Greenport
County: SUFFOLK
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel was traveling west bound in shelter island sound.  Operator was not paying attention and struck the breakwater.  Vessel received damage to its starboard side.


BARDID: NY-2014-0114
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-08-22 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 10:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: STATE BOAT CHANNEL
NearestCityorTown: Oyster Bay
County: NASSAU
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel 2 while docking struck vessel 1 in slip.  Vessel 1 was docked and unmanned.  vessel 2 fled scene.


BARDID: NY-2014-0115
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-08-22 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:20:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: LONG ISLAND SOUND
NearestCityorTown: Port Chester
County: WESTCHESTER
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Unknown
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator of vessel stated that he was taking on water and was returning to dock when his engine stalled.  Vessel then began to take on water for unknown reason and capsized.


BARDID: NY-2014-0116
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-08-22 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:20:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: SAG HARBOR BAY
NearestCityorTown: Sag Harbor
County: SUFFOLK
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Weather
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator of vessel stated he was pulling away from the dock when weather pushed his vessel into vessel 2.


BARDID: NY-2014-0117
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-07-05 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 22:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: BRANT LAKE
NearestCityorTown: Brant Lake
County: WARREN
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Poor
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Inadequate onboard navigation lights
AccidentCause2: Restricted vision
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel 1 and 2 collided.  Operator of vessel 1 failed to see vessel until the last possible second because it was not displaying any navigation lights.  Vessel 1 was also traveling directly into the light from the moon.  Vessel 2 fled scene.


BARDID: NY-2014-0118
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-08-23 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 10:59:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: GARDINER'S BAY
NearestCityorTown: Shelter Island
County: SUFFOLK
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Engine
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel 1 was traveling in a south westerly direction in Gardiners Bay.  Vessel 1 experienced engine trouble.  Operator of vessel 1 brought vessel to a stop and went below to the engine to diagnose the problem and the operators wife remained on the bridge.  Operator 1 was down in the engine room for a couple of minutes when he heard his wife screaming.  By the time he exited the engine room and got to the bridge vessel 2 was about to collide with vessel 1 on the port side amidships.  Vessel 1 sustained major damage to the port side including broken windows, bent railings and several cracks to the fiberglass.


BARDID: NY-2014-0119
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-08-23 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 08:50:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: HIGH FLATS DRAIN
NearestCityorTown: Merrick
County: NASSAU
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Grounding
AccidentEvent3: Fall in vessel
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Steering
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator states while steering underneath bridge he lost steering causing him to strike the bridge support and then run aground.  Passenger onboard broke several ribs as a result of the impact.


BARDID: NY-2014-0120
State: NY
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2014-08-23 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: LONG ISLAND SOUND
NearestCityorTown: Glen Cove
County: NASSAU
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Sinking
AccidentCause1: Weather
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel 1 was towing vessel 2 when it began to take on water over its stern due to the weather.  Vessel 2 began to take on water as it was still tied to vessel 1.  Both vessels then sank as a result of the flooding.


BARDID: NY-2014-0122
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-08-24 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:02:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: HEMPSTEAD HARBOR
NearestCityorTown: Roslyn Harbor
County: NASSAU
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/swamping
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel 1 while underway in harbor struck bottom causing the keel to be damaged.  Vessel quickly took on water and sank.  The bilge pump onboard the vessel failed to operate.  No injuries occurred and all persons onboard were able to be rescued.


BARDID: NY-2014-0123
State: NY
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2014-08-26 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 07:50:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: SEAFORD CREEK
NearestCityorTown: Babylon
County: NASSAU
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (fuel)
AccidentCause1: Ignition of spilled fuel or vapor
DayofWeek: Tuesday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator of vessel completed fueling and dock and attempted to start vessel.  Upon hitting ignition switch vessel caught on fire.  Operator was able to release the lines and push burning vessel away from other docked vessel.  Operator did suffer minor burns to head and face and was treated at the scene by fire department.


BARDID: NY-2014-0125
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-08-28 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: GREAT SOUTH BAY
NearestCityorTown: Brookhaven
County: SUFFOLK
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Weather
DayofWeek: Thursday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel 1 was docked.  Vessel 2 was attempting to dock next to vessel 1.  Vessel 2's stern on the port side struck vessel 1.  Strong winds were a significant factor in making the docking difficult.


BARDID: NY-2014-0127
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-08-30 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:45:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: HUNTINGTON HARBOR
NearestCityorTown: Huntington
County: SUFFOLK
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel 1 was on a mooring.  Vessel 2 was north bound in channel.  Operator wasnt paying close attention and left channel entering the mooring field and striking vessel 1 in the bow with his bow.


BARDID: NY-2014-0128
State: NY
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2014-08-16 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 00:15:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: CANANDAIGUA LAKE
NearestCityorTown: Canandaigua
County: ONTARIO
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fall in vessel
AccidentEvent2: Collision with fixed object
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause2: Excessive speed
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
While pulling in to dock operator accidentally hit throttle.  Vessel shot forward.   Operator was able to turn wheel to avoid hitting vessel docked directly in front.  Operator was thrown to the left and was half on the floor and half upright.  Operator continued attempting to steer vessel down channel between docked vessels.  The channel then came to a point where it turned to the port side.  Operator was unable to make turn at speed and slammed into the dock.  Operator had just purchased vessel two days prior and had approximately 2.5 hours of operation time on it.  Operator suffered three fractured ribs on his right side and bruises to legs, arms and ear.


BARDID: NY-2014-0129
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-08-30 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 21:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: SACANDAGA RESEVOIR
NearestCityorTown: Broadalbin
County: FULTON
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Poor
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentCause2: Excessive speed
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel was operated by unknown person.  Operation was at night and vessel didn't have any lights on.  Operator was traveling at an unsafe speed and ran aground approximately 30 feet from shore.  One passenger was ejected and landed on the rock shore striking his head.  While injured passenger was being attended to by nearby home owners the operator was able to get vessel off the rocks and fled scene.  Passengers indicated that operator had been under the influence of alcohol but did not indicate who the individual was.  The vessel was described as approximately 16 feet in length, aluminum fishing vessel with a small 40 hp motor and a green hull.


BARDID: NY-2014-0130
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-08-31 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:25:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: SODUS BAY
NearestCityorTown: Sodus Point
County: WAYNE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Sharp turn
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator was operating a PWC near marina jumping wakes when she made a sharp turn to port ejecting her.  She suffered minor bleeding and swelling to the left side of her face and a possible broken or dislocated shoulder.  Victim was picked up by a passing motorboat and taken to the yacht club where she was transported to the hospital.  Witnesses state that the operator had not been acting in a reckless manner or going excessively fast at the time of the accident.  Operator had just recently moved from New Jersey.


BARDID: NY-2014-0131
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-08-31 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: LAKE GEORGE
NearestCityorTown: Bolton
County: WARREN
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Sinking
AccidentCause1: Weather
AccidentCause2: Hazardous waters
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel was crossing lake from Sam Mill Bay to the Narrows and took 2 or 3 waves over the bow causing it to sink.


BARDID: NY-2014-0132
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-09-01 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:40:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: HUDSON RIVER
NearestCityorTown: Highland
County: ULSTER
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Force of wake/wave
AccidentCause3: Navigation rules violation
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator was jumping wakes of other boats when he lost control of the vessel and struck his head on the handle bars rendering him unconscious.  He was found face down in the river and was taken to shore.  He was treated by EMS on scene and transported to the hospital with a sever head injury.


BARDID: NY-2014-0133
State: NY
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2014-09-01 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:15:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: LONG ISLAND SOUND
NearestCityorTown: Orient
County: SUFFOLK
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Hazardous waters
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator stated they were caught in a rip current when they began to take water over the stern and capsized.


BARDID: NY-2014-0134
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-09-02 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:21:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: LAKE GEORGE
NearestCityorTown: Bolton
County: WARREN
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (fuel)
AccidentCause1: Ignition of spilled fuel or vapor
DayofWeek: Tuesday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator of vessel after fueling vessel created an explosion at the time of ignition.  Operator received burns to his facial area as a result  The vessel was towed by Tow Boat US.


BARDID: NY-2014-0135
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-09-06 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:45:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: GREAT SOUTH BAY
NearestCityorTown: Babylon
County: SUFFOLK
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Weather
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel 2 was preparing to undock and leave slip.  vessel 2 was facing bow out of skip.  Vessel 1 was docked directly across from vessel 2 with its starboard side facing vessel 2. As vessel 2 left dock the wind caused vessel 2 to accelerate faster than expected and vessel 2 hit vessel 1 on the starboard side.  Vessel 2 recieved no damage.  Vessel 1 recieved some damage to the fiberglass on the starboard side.


BARDID: NY-2014-0136
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-09-07 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:05:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: LITTLE PECONIC BAY
NearestCityorTown: Noyac
County: SUFFOLK
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Excessive speed
AccidentCause3: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator states he was traveling westbound approximately 1000 feet from shore at approximately 50 mph looking at the homes along the shoreline.  Visibility was good and the sun was not in the operators face.  Operator stated that he saw something out of his peripheral vision coming at a high rate of speed and ducked.  He latter learned that this was a wire from a permitted and marked pound net.  The wire struck the hull of the vessel and then brushed the top of his head.  His female passenger got struck in the face and immediately started bleeding.


BARDID: NY-2014-0137
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-09-07 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:47:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: LITTLE PECONIC BAY
NearestCityorTown: Southampton
County: SUFFOLK
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel 2 was drifting with its bow facing south west.  Vessel 1 was cruising in a south westerly direction at approximately 30 mph.  Vessel 1 struck vessel 2 without altering course.  Port side bow of vessel 1 struck starboard side of vessel 2 causing extensive damage along that starboard side.  Both vessels were able to leave the scene under their own power.


BARDID: NY-2014-0138
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-09-07 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 10:45:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: HEMPSTEAD HARBOR
NearestCityorTown: Glen Cove
County: NASSAU
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Person struck by propeller
AccidentCause1: Force of wake/wave
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel was circling around to pick up skier.  Vessel was somewhat unresponsive due to wind and waves.  Propeller of vessel ran over skier causing significant lacerations the legs.


BARDID: NY-2014-0139
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-09-07 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:55:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: LONG ISLAND SOUND
NearestCityorTown: Old Field
County: SUFFOLK
WaterConditions: Unknown
Wind: Unknown
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper loading
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel with 5 persons onboard was drifting and fishing when vessel took on water over the transom.  Passengers were not properly seated and contributed to the unbalanced load to the vessel.  Vessel eventually capsized from the flooding.  All persons onboard were able to be rescued by nearby boaters.  Vessel was able to be towed into shallow water where it will be salvaged.


BARDID: NY-2014-0140
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-08-17 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:10:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: GREAT SOUTH BAY
NearestCityorTown: Bayshore
County: SUFFOLK
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Sinking
AccidentCause1: Unknown
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel began to take on water from an unknown leak and sank.  Operator was rescued by a passing boat.  Vessel is experienced significant damage to wood hull from water.


BARDID: NY-2014-0141
State: NY
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2014-08-31 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 07:10:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: LAKE CHAMPLAIN
NearestCityorTown: Plattsburgh
County: CLINTON
WaterConditions: Rough
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Fair
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
AccidentCause2: Weather
MachineryFailure: Engine
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel was operating in Lake Champlain when engine began to fail.  Vessel then began to take on water and capsize.  Occupants onboard were able to hold onto overturned hull until rescue.  Vessel is considered to be a total loss.


BARDID: NY-2014-0142
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-08-19 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: ST. LAWRENCE RIVER
NearestCityorTown: Hammond
County: ST. LAWRENCE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentEvent3: Fall in vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
DayofWeek: Tuesday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator of vessel 1 was operating from Chippewa Bay to camp on Mink Island when she was struck by vessel 2.  Both operators stated they had not seen the other vessel.  Passenger on vessel 1 was thrown from bow seat and ejected into water.  Both individuals on vessel sustained minor injuries.  Vessel 2 left scene.


BARDID: NY-2014-0143
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-09-20 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:45:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: BLOCK ISLAND SOUND
NearestCityorTown: Fishers Island
County: SUFFOLK
WaterConditions: Rough
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with submerged object
AccidentEvent2: Person departed vessel
AccidentEvent3: Grounding
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator wasn't paying attention and vessel became entangled in anchor line causing vessel to become adrift.  Bow of vessel struck rocks causing an unknown amount of damage.  Other vessels in the area were able to assist in removing passengers.  One passenger onboard was injured as a result of trying to remove anchor line from propeller.


BARDID: NY-2014-0144
State: NY
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2014-09-27 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:05:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: ONEIDA LAKE
NearestCityorTown: Brewerton
County: ONONDAGA
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentCause2: Improper lookout
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator of vessel 1 was travelling east in channel on Oneida Lake with a group participating in a chicken wing fun race.  Operator of vessel 2 was traveling east and decided to turn around and head back to the river.  As vessel 2 turned to starboard the operator failed to see vessel 1 striking it.  Operator of vessel 1 was under the influence of alcohol.  Operator of vessel 2 refused medical treatment at the time of the accident but latter determined he had a broken ankle requiring surgery.


BARDID: NY-2014-0145
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-09-27 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:59:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: NAPEAGUE BAY
NearestCityorTown: East Hampton
County: SUFFOLK
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by propeller
AccidentCause1: Other
AccidentCause2: Sharp turn
OtherAccidentCause: passenger/skier behavior
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel was out fishing with three persons onboard.  While vessel was maneuvering a passenger onboard's hat blew off overboard.  The operator made a sharp turn in order to retrieve the hat.  As a result a passenger fell overboard and was struck by the lower unit causing a laceration to the lower leg.  Injured passenger stated that he had a few beers throughout the trip.


BARDID: NY-2014-0146
State: NY
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2014-09-27 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:40:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: ONEIDA LAKE
NearestCityorTown: Cicero
County: ONONDAGA
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Navigation rules violation
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel 1 was doing circles in the lake.  Vessel 2 was heading in a southwest direction.  Vessel came out of a circle heading straight for vessel 2.  Both vessels collided causing significant damage to the hull of each vessel.


BARDID: NY-2014-0147
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-09-27 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 21:25:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: CONESUS LAKE
NearestCityorTown: Conesus
County: LIVINGSTON
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/swamping
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Navigation rules violation
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel 1 was traveling out into lake when operator heard a vessel coming from behind.  Vessel 1 attempted to swerve but was not in time.  Vessel 2 struck vessel 1 in the transom.  Operator of vessel 2 states that the wind shield in his vessel was fogging up.  Vessel 1 left scene thinking his vessel was going to sink.


BARDID: NY-2014-0148
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-09-27 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:13:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: FISH CREEK
NearestCityorTown: Saratoga Springs
County: SARATOGA
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Congested waters
AccidentCause2: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel 1 was attempting to instruct vessel 2 that they were in the middle of a crew shell race.  Vessel 1 struck vessel 2 in the process.  Operator of vessel 1 stated he was inexperienced in operating a wakeless style vessel.


BARDID: NY-2014-0150
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-08-10 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:25:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: BALDWIN BAY
NearestCityorTown: Freeport
County: NASSAU
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Person struck by propeller
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Passengers onboard the vessel went for a swim.  Operator failed to account for everyone onboard prior to starting engines and backing the vessel striking the victim.  The victim was transported to the hospital where he was pronounced deceased.  The operator was under the influence of alcohol at the time of the accident.


BARDID: NY-2014-0152
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-09-27 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:15:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: EAST ROCKAWAY CHANNEL
NearestCityorTown: East Rockaway
County: NASSAU
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/swamping
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator ran aground on east side just outside the channel.  While grounded the operator tried to dislodge the vessel until it overheated.  While grounded the operator stated that another vessel came by and swamped it.  Vessel was able to be towed to the nearest boat ramp.  The vessel sustained significant damage to the engine from water.


BARDID: NY-2014-0153
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-09-28 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:40:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: SHINNECOCK BAY
NearestCityorTown: Hampton Bays
County: SUFFOLK
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Person struck by propeller
AccidentCause1: Other
OtherAccidentCause: diver fault
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Diver was diving without the proper marking flag within the channel.  Vessel operator stated he was traveling west to east under the bridge at a slow rate of speed.  He felt the vessel strike an unknown object and placed the vessel in neutral.  Operator then heard a air hissing noise and saw a diver appear.  The diver was helped aboard another vessel in the area having suffered a laceration to the back of his head.


BARDID: NY-2014-0154
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-09-29 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 05:41:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: LAKE ONTARIO
NearestCityorTown: Mexico
County: OSWEGO
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel was heading out from Mexico Point into Lake Ontario.  Operator ran aground due to limited visibility along shoreline.


BARDID: NY-2014-0155
State: NY
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2014-10-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: GARDINER'S BAY
NearestCityorTown: Shelter Island
County: SUFFOLK
WaterConditions: Very rough
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Fair
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Sinking
AccidentCause1: Weather
AccidentCause2: Force of wake/wave
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel was engaged in a racing regatta.  The vessel was heeled to starboard when a strong gust of wind blew from port pushing the vessel over.  The vessel took on a large wake swamping the vessel.  The vessel sank in approximately 5 minutes.  All four persons onboard were rescued by another sailboat which was competing and brought back to shore.


BARDID: NY-2014-0156
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-10-05 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: STRONGS CANAL
NearestCityorTown: Lindenhurst
County: SUFFOLK
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Collision with submerged object
AccidentEvent2: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Other
AccidentCause2: Machinery failure
OtherAccidentCause: unseen water hazard
MachineryFailure: Throttle
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel 2 was north bound in canal when it struck an unknown object underwater.  The object broke the throttle control.  Operator was unable to maintain steerage as a result and struck vessel 1.


BARDID: NY-2014-0157
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-10-07 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: MORICHES BAY
NearestCityorTown: East Moriches
County: SUFFOLK
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/swamping
AccidentCause1: Unknown
DayofWeek: Tuesday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator was traveling from west to east in marked channel when he ran aground damaging running gear and causing vessel to take on water.


BARDID: NY-2014-0159
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-07-30 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 09:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: LONG ISLAND SOUND
NearestCityorTown: Sands Point
County: NASSAU
WaterConditions: Unknown
Wind: Unknown
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
AccidentEvent2: Grounding
AccidentCause1: Unknown
DayofWeek: Wednesday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel found grounded on beach with motor down in gear not running.  No operator was onboard.  Owner of vessel was reported missing to local police department.  Owner has not been found.


BARDID: NY-2014-0160
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-08-25 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:45:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: GRAVESEND BAY
NearestCityorTown: Brooklyn
County: KINGS
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel 1 and vessel 2 were on a guided jetski tour together.  Vessel 1 came to a stop at which time vessel 2 collided with it in the stern.  Operator of vessel 1 suffered injury to left leg.  Tour operator was cited for failure to demonstrate how to operate vessels prior to renting.  Tour operator was also cited for failing to produce boating safety certificate.


BARDID: NY-2014-0161
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-09-26 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:45:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: EAST RIVER
County: NEW YORK
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel was heading south bound on east river when vessel struck the Roosevelt Island Bridge causing his mast to snap in half resulting in substantial damage to the vessel.  No injuries were sustained.


BARDID: NY-2014-0163
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-10-17 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:15:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: LONG ISLAND SOUND
NearestCityorTown: Rye
County: WESTCHESTER
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentCause1: Hazardous waters
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
While fishing, vessel was forced up onto rocks by the wind and current.  Vessel was towed back to the marina and hauled for inspection.  The vessel had sustained light fiberglass damage to the hull in the area along the keel and damage to both props and rudders.


BARDID: NY-2014-0164
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-10-21 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: GREAT SOUTH BAY
NearestCityorTown: Bayshore
County: SUFFOLK
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Fair
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Tuesday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel was traveling east bound in Great South Bay when operator failed to navigate the temporary dredge buoys correctly that were indicating a dredge pipe underwater.  Operator struck pipe causing minor damage to the vessel and severing the pipe.


BARDID: NY-2014-0165
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-10-14 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 10:41:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: RARITAN BAY
NearestCityorTown: Staten Island
County: RICHMOND
WaterConditions: Rough
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (non-fuel)
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper anchoring
AccidentCause2: Weather
DayofWeek: Tuesday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel was anchored from both the bow and the stern.  Stern was facing into the waves.  Vessel began to take on water over the stern and bilge pumps were unable to keep up.  Operator cut stern anchor line as a result and vessel rolled to starboard capsizing.  Both individuals onboard were thrown into the water and neither was wearing a PFD.  One individual was able to hold onto the overturned vessel until rescue arrived.  The other suffered a heart attack while in the water.


BARDID: NY-2014-0166
State: NY
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2014-05-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 10:20:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: LONG ISLAND SOUND
NearestCityorTown: Riverhead
County: SUFFOLK
WaterConditions: Unknown
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Sinking
AccidentCause1: Unknown
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Suffolk County Emergency Response center received a call from operators friend stating that he received a text stating "Life sucks, sinking fast".  USCG was notified and a search started.  Operator was recovered by USCG the next day.  It is not known what happened to the vessel or what caused the accident.


BARDID: NY-2014-0167
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-06-27 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 23:26:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: LONG ISLAND SOUND
NearestCityorTown: New York
County: BRONX
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Person departed vessel
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentCause2: Drug
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
Two individuals onboard vessel 1 jumped overboard when they thought vessel 2 "Mary B" was going to hit them.  One individual onboard was wearing a PFD and was rescued.  The other individual onboard was not and he was unresponsive when he was recovered.  Search following the recovery was unable to locate vessel 2.  The deceased was found to have alcohol and canabinoids in his system.


BARDID: NY-2014-0168
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-08-19 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:38:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: CROTON FALLS RESERVOIR
NearestCityorTown: Carmel
County: PUTNAM
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
AccidentCause1: People on gunwale, bow, or transom
DayofWeek: Tuesday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator was sitting on top of an unsecured seat when he lost his balance and fell overboard.  Passenger onboard also lost his balance as a result and fell overboard as well.  The operator was not able to swim to shore and drowned as a result.  The passenger onboard was able to make it safely to shore.


BARDID: NY-2014-0169
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-04-12 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: NISSEQUOGUE RIVER
NearestCityorTown: Kings Park
County: SUFFOLK
WaterConditions: Unknown
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Unknown
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Person departed vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Two individuals were onboard a small vessel that got stuck in the mud at low tide.  Both got out of  the vessel and attempted to free it but got stuck in the mud as well.  One individual was able to free himself by the time rescuers had arrived.  The other individual had been stuck in the mud for approximately 3 hours in 44 degree water.  Both individuals were treated for hypothermia at the hospital.


BARDID: NY-2014-0170
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-04-13 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:37:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: NISSEQUOGUE RIVER
NearestCityorTown: Smithtown
County: SUFFOLK
WaterConditions: Unknown
Wind: Unknown
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Unknown
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
A bird watcher spotted a canoe tip over in Smithtown Bay.  He was able to flag down a cyclist who had a cell phone and contact police.  Both individuals in the canoe were able to be rescued but had suffered from hypothermia.


BARDID: NY-2014-0172
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-06-10 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: IRONDEQUOIT CREEK
NearestCityorTown: Rochester
County: MONROE
WaterConditions: Unknown
Wind: Unknown
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Other
OtherAccidentEvent: interaction with wildlife
AccidentCause1: Other
OtherAccidentCause: natural phenomena
DayofWeek: Tuesday
RedactedNarrative:
A beaver jumped out of the water and attacked the person onboard vessel a kayak.  Operator was near a paddling training center.  The trainer was able to grab a paddle and bludgeon the beaver to death.  The victim was taken to the hospital for bites and puncture wounds.


BARDID: NY-2014-0174
State: NY
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-05-15 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 09:10:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: LAKE ONTARIO
NearestCityorTown: Wilson
County: NIAGARA
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Poor
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
DayofWeek: Thursday
RedactedNarrative:
The girlfriend of the deceased contacted police department to report that deceased had not come home the night before.  The van and trailer of the deceased was located at Wilson Boat Launch.  A fisherman stated he had saw the deceased in his boat leaving the harbor the day prior.  A bartender at a local restaurant indicated that they had served alcohol to him just prior. A large scale search was conducted turning up neither the deceased, his boat, or any debris.


