# ReleasableAccidentes

BARDID: FL-2021-0223
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-05-01 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 22:25:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Destin Harbor
NearestCityorTown: DESTIN
County: OKALOOSA
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Throttle
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
V1 was docked north of four rental pontoon boats and began to exit the docking area.  O1 lost control of V1 as it backed past V2, V3, and V4.  V1's throttle was stiff and excess force by O1 caused the engines to rev in gear, causing V1 to move rearward at a faster than necessary speed.  The stiffness of the throttle made it difficult to correct the action.  V1's starboard stern struck V2 as it tried to back in an arc in preparation to leave the dock area.  V1 then struck V3 and V4 with its starboard gunwale as it swung rearwards to the west.  V1 then struck the opposite inside corner of the T dock with its starboard stern, breaking a hole in the corner of the stern.  V1 then left the dock area and motored west to a less crowded dock.


BARDID: FL-2021-0224
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-05-01 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:11:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Econfina Creek
NearestCityorTown: UNINCORPORATED
County: BAY
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Sinking
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentCause2: Overloading
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
On May 1 2021 at approximately 715PM I responded to a boating accident on Econfina Creek within Bay County Florida. The accident occurred on Econfina creek just north of CR 388.  There were no reported injuries. Upon my arrival on scene FWC Officers were recovering three subjects who had been involved in the accident. A fourth party was the reporting party and stated that she was involved in the accident. She stated that there were a total of 8 people involved in the accident. 
I identified the vessel by its Florida registration numbers The three occupants still on the vessel were identified as well. I asked who was operating the vessel at the time of the accident. OP1 stated that she was the operator and it was her vessel. I asked her to tell me what occurred. She stated that they were traveling downstream when they encountered several tubers. The decided to assist the tubers by letting some of them ride in the vessel and some hold on to the side while the vessel was in motion. ( at one point 8 subjects were either in or holding onto the vessel) .She stated that this caused the vessel to take on water and sink. The vessel capsized and then completely sank. The water was shallow enough that the subjects could stand or swim to the shore. The other two occupants on the vessel shared similar accounts of the events. 
We also discovered that there were five subjects that were on tubes which had been involved in the accident but left the scene and notified law enforcement. Officers met these subjects at their residence and got written statements from them. The subjects stated that OP1 was operating the vessel in a erratic and careless manner. They all stated a similar account to OP1 in reference to the boating accident. 
They indicated that OP1 and the two original occupants of the vessel appeared to be very intoxicated. They stated that she could not operate the vessel safely due to her impairment and that she was driving them into debris on the creek, as well as at one point going in the wrong direction of there destination. 
After completing the boating accident investigation I advised OP1 that I was now switching to a criminal investigation. After completing a BUI Investigation OP1 was placed under arrest for BUI. She later provided a sample of her breath which showed a BAC of 0.118g/210L.


BARDID: FL-2021-0225
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-05-16 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Gulf of Mexico
NearestCityorTown: ST. PETERSBURG
County: PINELLAS
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with floating object
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause2: Navigation rules violation
AccidentCause3: Improper lookout
DayofWeek: Tuesday
RedactedNarrative:
On 5/16/2021, V1 and V2 were operating in the Gulf of Mexico 50 yards North of Blind Pass approximately 200 yards from shore.  At approximately 1130 hours,  V1 and V2 were involved in a head on collision causing damage greater than $2,000 and injury beyond first aid to the operator of V2.
They had rented the personal watercrafts (PWCs) from in St Pete Beach, Florida.  They were both traveling around 30 MPH without any predetermined destination. 
At approximately 1130 hours the PWCs were involved in a head on collision. V1 ramped over V2.  Upon collision the plastic hatch on the bow of V2 detached and protruded into OP2’s right bicep.  
OP1 assisted OP2 on to his PWC, called 911 and brought OP1 back to rental company.  OP2 was transported to the Palms of Pasadena Hospital in St. Petersburg by EMS.  OP2 received 4 stitches for the puncture wound on his right bicep and was later discharged.  OP1 did not sustain any injuries.
OP2 :Subject was admitted to the hospital and received 4 stitches reference a puncture wound to his right bicep.


BARDID: FL-2021-0226
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-05-31 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:26:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Anna Maria Sound
NearestCityorTown: BRADENTON BEACH
County: MANATEE
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper loading
AccidentCause2: Force of wake/wave
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
On Monday, May 31, 2021, at approximately 1320 (1:20PM) Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) was on uniformed water patrol in Manatee County with four other officers when we were dispatched to a reported vessel accident that had occurred near the ANNA MARIA CITY PIER. It was reported by dispatch that the vessel had capsized, and the occupants were in the water.  
Upon arrival I observed an overturned floating vessel (later identified by Florida Registration number FL2227RX a 15ft 2003 Carolina Skiff Open Motorboat) being secured by a SEATOW recovery vessel with the three occupants aboard and seated at the stern of the SEATOW vessel. 
Our patrol vessel maneuvered along side the SEATOW vessel and I boarded the vessel by myself to conduct an interview with the occupants of the vessel that had capsized. I spoke with the owner and operator of the vessel OP1 and asked her to tell me what occurred. OP1 explained that the vessel was heading EAST from BEAN POINT towards the mouth of the MANATEE RIVER to return to the dock that they had launched from. As the vessel approached the ANNA MARIA CITY PIER OP1 said that the choppy sea state caused a cooler aboard the vessel to shift its position at the stern of her vessel causing the vessel to list towards the shore. As the vessel was listing a larger unidentified vessel operating on plane heading NORTH WEST passed on OP1’s PORT (Left) side. This unidentified vessel generated a large wake which caused the listing vessel to capsize ejecting all occupants into the water. 
After being ejected from the vessel the occupants remained with the vessel and were assisted out of the water by SEATOW and the MANATEE COUNTY SHERRIFF’s OFFICE MARINE UNITs prior to my arrival. Upon completing my interview with OP1, I could see no evidence to contradict the account that was given by OP1 and reinforced by the agreement of the two other passengers to OP1’s account of what occurred. The vessel was photographed, and the statement given by OP1 was recorded on my agency issued BODY WORN CAMERA. I provided OP1 with my contact information and explained the process that would take place regarding the investigation of the boating accident. I then returned to FWC marked patrol vessel and departed from the area. 
END OF REPORT NO FURTHER ACTION TAKEN.


BARDID: FL-2021-0227
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-04-25 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:20:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: St. Johns River
NearestCityorTown: DE BARY
County: VOLUSIA
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by vessel
AccidentCause1: Navigation rules violation
AccidentCause2: Improper lookout
AccidentCause3: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
On 4/25/21 at approximately 1320 hrs , a two vessel collision occurred at an area between marker 108 and 109 on the St. Johns River south of a place known as the "Redneck Riviera". V-2, a personal watercraft (PWC) departed the beach area on plane at approximately 20 mph and was southbound. V-1 , a PWC, departed the beach area later and was attempting to catch up to V-2 at a speed greater than 20 mph. V-1 approached V-2 from the port side stern. V-2 turned to port at an unknown angle. V-1 was too close and traveling to fast to take action to avoid collision. V-1 struck V-2 port side amidships, violating V-2's right of way in a crossing situation. V-1 ramped over V-2, striking the operator and ejecting him into the water. V-2 operator was injured in the collision. He sustained broken bones in the left lower leg. Operator of V-2 sustained broken bones in the left lower leg.


BARDID: FL-2021-0228
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-03-28 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Black Creek
NearestCityorTown: MIDDLEBURG
County: CLAY
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
On Sunday, March 28th, at approximately 6:00pm, a single vessel accident occurred on Black Creek in Clay County, Florida.  A 2004 21-foot Carolina Skiff Inc. center console vessel, powered by a single 150 HP Yamaha outboard engine (V1), was occupied and operated by owner.  V1 had four other occupants on board.  V1 was traveling southeast on plane down Black Creek when V1 began to overtake another vessel pulling a tube in a right-hand bend in the creek.  As V1 was overtaking, a group of approximately four jet skis were traveling the opposite direction from around the corner.  V1 turned hard port to avoid the jet skis and was now heading towards the northern shoreline.  V1 then turned hard to starboard but did not have enough time to avoid the shoreline.  The port side of the bow of V1 struck a tree and came to rest.  Two occupants in V1 were injured and transported to Orange Park Medical Center.  

Operator was arrested by FWC Officer for operating a vessel while normal faculties impaired.  He was transported to the Clay County jail where he was booked and provided two breath samples measuring 0.145 g/210L of alcohol and 0.147 g/210L of alcohol.  

Victim2 said that her foot was sore and that she sustained several bruises from the accident.  She refused medical treatment at Knight's boat ramp. 

Victim1 sustained a hit to the head which.  The extent of her injuries is unknown at this time.  

Victim3 was transported to Orange Park Medical Center where she was admitted into the emergency room.  She later told me that she suffered a concussion from hitting her head when she fell in the boat.  She also had several minor abrasions, a large hematoma on her left hip and a sprained left foot.


BARDID: FL-2021-0230
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-05-09 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Biscayne Bay
NearestCityorTown: MIAMI
County: MIAMI-DADE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentCause1: People on gunwale, bow, or transom
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
On May 9th, 2021, at approximately 1220 hours, our FWC dispatch received a call from Miami Shores Police Department in reference to a boating accident. The boating accident occurred behind a waterfront residence. I arrived on scene at 1300 hrs. The vessel bearing FL registration # (FL7238MY) was stationary after crashing into the owner’s dock. When I approached the vessel, the operator was asleep inside the back of the vessel. I tried to obtain a witness statement from OP1, but he was incoherent and could not provide information on how the accident occurred. HOMEOWNER was able to provide me with a video from his home security camera that was facing the dock. Security footage revealed the vessel traveling from south to north at a low rate of speed. OP1 was on the bow of the vessel and not behind the wheel to maintain control of the vessel. OP1 was the only person onboard and did not maintain control of the vessel as to avoid a collision. Security footage also revealed the vessel colliding with HOMEOWNER’ dock. OP1 was citied for careless operation of a vessel that resulted in a boating accident.


BARDID: FL-2021-0232
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-05-20 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: BARLEY BASIN
NearestCityorTown: ISLAMORADA
County: MONROE
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Sinking
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Engine
DayofWeek: Thursday
RedactedNarrative:
On May 20th, 2021 at apx 1900 hours V1 and V2 were travleing south in Barley Basin. V1 and V2 started sinking and eventually sunk. Due to a possible mechanical issue. 
Per OP1 witness statement he explained how his PWC started smoking and beeping. He then explained how he opened the hatch where the motor sits, and that the PWC was taking on water, and approximately 5 minutes later the PWC was completely sunk.

Per OP2 witness statement, he explained how his check engine and temperature warning light came on and he immediately shut it off. He discovered that water was rushing in from a noticeable hole inside the engine hatch. That was when he called for help, while still on the phone the PWC had completely sunk.


BARDID: FL-2021-0233
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-05-19 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 23:15:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Bayside MM 89
NearestCityorTown: TAVERNIER
County: MONROE
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Poor
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Restricted vision
AccidentCause2: Weather
DayofWeek: Wednesday
RedactedNarrative:
V1 was traveling north, at night, in rough wave, windy and rainy conditions.  The operator observed anchored V2 at the last minute, swerved hard to the starboard side, causing the port side stern of V1 to impact V2 on the starboard side. This caused the passenger on V1 to fall onto his left side in the area of the starboard side stern of V1, causing injury and ejecting him from the V1. ; 

VICTIM was the passenger on V1 he was standing at the starboard side of the helm seat. When V1 swerved and impacted V2 VICTIM was thrown towards the rear of V1, possibly impacting his face on elevated deck at the stern causing a laceration to the left side of his upper lip. VICTIM was ejected over board and into the water. VICTIM refused medical assistance from EMS onscene, but later went to the emergency room to get stitches in his lip. While at the emergency room, VICTIM was transfer to Kendall Medical Center in Miami, to monitor his low oxygen levels, due to having water in his lunges.


BARDID: FL-2021-0234
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-05-22 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:52:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Crystal River
NearestCityorTown: CRYSTAL RIVER
County: CITRUS
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with submerged object
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentEvent3: Flooding/swamping
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
V1 was traveling outbound Crystal River near Bagley's Cove just to the north of Marker 26 at approximately 30 mph. V1 struck an underwater obstruction and ejected the operator out of the PWC. Operator was uninjured and picked up by a family member in a pontoon boat. V1 suffered catastrophic hull damage and sank along shoreline on west side of Crystal River. I made contact with operator who stated he had only operated a PWC several times and had never been on Crystal River in the past.


BARDID: FL-2021-0235
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-05-01 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:57:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: WITHLACOOCHEE RIVER
NearestCityorTown: CITRUS SPRINGS
County: CITRUS
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
On May 1, 2021 on the Withlacoochee River in Florida, vessel 1 (FL1517BE, occupied by two people), turned hard to starboard, when Operator removed his hand from the manual steering stick to wave at people on shore, and struck a cypress tree. 

I inspected the vessel and observed damage directly at the bow as well as fractures in the fiberglass down both sides of the vessel. Both occupants of the vessel sustained injuries and were transported to sperate hospitals. Operator was issued a Citation for violation of Navigation Rule #8 Failure to Avoid a Collision. 

Occupant incurred abrasion to his right temple and right elbow as well as a small fracture to his right femur.
 Operator incurred injuries to his right knee and right ankle. Right ankle required surgery.


BARDID: FL-2021-0236
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-04-08 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:17:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Biscayne Bay
NearestCityorTown: MIAMI
County: MIAMI-DADE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
AccidentCause2: Sharp turn
MachineryFailure: Steering
DayofWeek: Thursday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator and two passengers were ejected as a result of a mechanical malfunction. The steering pin came dislodged causing the motor to turn abruptly, vessel caught a chine.  ;

Subject was ejected from vessel and suffered from air loss. Subject also was in pain in the rib area as a result of the impact.


BARDID: FL-2021-0237
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-04-09 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:45:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Biscayne Bay
NearestCityorTown: MIAMI BEACH
County: MIAMI-DADE
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Improper lookout
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
On April 9th, 2021 at 1845 hrs, OP2 was involved in a boating accident on a personal watercraft (PWC) which resulted in injury and hospitalization of the victim. 

On April 9th, 2021, at 2016 hrs, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) responded to a boating accident reported by Miami Beach PD at 1790 Purdy Ave located in Miami-Dade County. Upon my arrival I was notified by Miami Beach PD that the victim was transported to MT. Sinai Hospital via EMS. Miami Beach PD advised that the suspect left the scene and failed to report the boating accident. After gathering all the information pertaining to the accident, including witnesses and operators, I was able to identify OP2 as the operator of the striking PWC. The two PWC's were traveling northbound in the Meloy channel just north of the Venetian Causeway. OP2 was operating on plane and struck the victim’s port quarter of the PWC. OP2 was aware of the accident and left the scene without an attempt to render aid or report the boating accident to any law enforcement entity. Both OP2 and the victim, had rented the PWC's from two separate companies.
The victim was identified as OP1.

OP1 was knocked unconscious from the accident and fell in the water. OP2 reportedly saw the victim in the water, laughed and left on his PWC without attempting to render aid. OP1's PWC had significant damage (seen in attached photographs) there was also paint transfer and slight damage to OP2's PWC indicating his involvement as well.

I followed up with OP1 at MT. Sinai Hospital to which he suffered bruising on his hip and was in a neck brace from back/head trauma he received from the collision. OP1 was able to provide me with a Sworn witness statement.

Over the course of my investigation, I was able to identify OP2 as the operator of the striking vessel through Sworn Witness statements, his PWC rental agreement, and photographic lineups.

Five days later, on April 14th, 2021, after numerous attempts to contact OP2, his mother, and 3 separate lawyers, OP2 finally agreed to meet with me at the Miami Office located at 3200 NE 151 ST, North Miami, FL, with his legal counsel present. I received OP2's report pertaining to the boating accident, then I read him his Miranda warning from an FWC issued card. After he acknowledged that he understood his rights and agreed to speak with me, stating he was not in an accident. After my interview, OP2's mother spontaneously uttered on April 14, 2021 at 1728hrs at the Miami Office, that "it’s my fault, I told you to leave", in front of OP2, his lawyer, myself and two other FWC officers. OP2 was placed under arrest for leaving the scene of a boating accident or injuries without rendering aid. OP2 was then transported to TGK and transferred over to the Department of Corrections.; 


BARDID: FL-2021-0238
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-05-16 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Gulf
NearestCityorTown: ISLAMORADA
County: MONROE
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Person departed vessel
AccidentEvent3: Person struck by propeller
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel got stuck aground. An occupant of the vessel exited the vessel to push and attempt to free the vessel. The occupant that exited the vessel, slipped and  suffered two lacerations to the left leg from coming in contact with the propeller.; 

Victim received 25 stitches from the hospital. June 2nd 2021 the stitches were removed.


BARDID: FL-2021-0239
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-05-15 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:05:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: "Bicycle Path" canal near Lake
NearestCityorTown: FLORAL CITY
County: CITRUS
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Navigation rules violation
AccidentCause2: Sharp turn
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
V1 traveling northeast in the middle of the "bicycle path" canal near Lake Tsala Apopka at approximately 20 mph. V2 traveling on west side of same canal in a southwest direction at approximately 20 mph when both vessels approached a sharp bend in the canal. 

The width of the canal at impact point was 25.6 yards and was wooded on either side. V2 took proper action to starboard to avoid collision with V1. 

Operator of V1 admitted taking improper action to avoid collision and turned to port and collided with V2 which was at a 45 degree angle to V1 due it's turn to starboard. 

After vessel on vessel collision V2 then collided with trees along west side of canal. All three occupants of V2 where ejected from the airboat into the tree line. 

Operator of V2 impacted a tree and suffered two fractures to spine vertebrae, lacerations to top of head, left arm, and right eye. 

Female occupant suffered lacerations on left arm, left ear, left rib broken, small area of left lung collapsed (not punctured) from swelling pressure. Youth occupant suffered lacerations to lower back, left side, underside of chin (refused stitches). Operator of V1 suffered a small scratch on his right calf from propeller debris from V2. See ISR 094670 for detailed narrative and witness statements. 

V2 occupant:lacerations on left arm, left ear, left rib broken, small area of left lung collapsed (not punctured) from swelling pressure.

 Operator1 had a Small Cut on right calf from V2 propeller debris; 

V2 occupant2:lacerations to lower back, left side, underside of chin (refused stitches).


BARDID: FL-2021-0240
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-05-23 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: McGirts Creek
NearestCityorTown: JACKSONVILLE
County: DUVAL
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/swamping
AccidentCause1: Navigation rules violation
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Subject was operating a jet driven vessel between 30-40 mph in McGirts Creek. Operator reduced throttle entering a sharp right hand corner and lost thrust and steering ability. Boat hit bank. I arrived at the scene of the boating accident at approximately 1745 and found a vessel run up on the shore with two men on board.  My first action was to check the men for injuries...finding that one man had a broken arm and the other was complaining of shoulder pain and had an abrasion on his neck.

Operator had been consuming alcohol, and refused to perform any FST's at the scene.  Since it was two hours from the initial report of the accident and I had not observed Operator over that period, my best course of action was to let EMTs transport him to the hospital and deal with this as a reckless boat incident. 

Occupant had a Fracture to humerus...treated and released from hospital. Operator treated and released from hospital for abrasion to neck and bruise to shoulder


BARDID: FL-2021-0241
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-06-11 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:45:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Destin Pass / Gulf of Mexico
NearestCityorTown: DESTIN
County: OKALOOSA
WaterConditions: Rough
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person departed vessel
AccidentCause1: Hull failure
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
On June 11, 2021, I responded to the Destin Coast Guard Station to make contact with the occupants of a vessel that had cap-sized outside of the Destin Pass. A more detailed narrative to follow.
According to WITNESS 1's sworn written statement he stated they left Joe's Bayou at approximately 7:30 AM and fished until 12:30 PM. After that which they started to head back in. WITNESS 1 state that the motor would not start. WITNESS 1 then stated they called Towboat US and advised them that they were taking on water and to notify the Coast Guard. WITNESS 1 stated the vessel started drifting and big swells started coming over the transom. WITNESS 1 then stated that the bilge pump could not keep up with the amount of water coming into the vessel. WITNESS 1 stated they started to use buckets to bail out the water. WITNESS 1 stated the vessel started to sink and flipped over. WITNESS 1 stated that they put on life jackets and slid over the side before the vessel flipped over. WITNESS 1 stated that the Coast Guard arrived on scene and pulled them out of the water.
According to WITNESS 2's sworn statement he stated that the motor would not start. WITNESS 2 then stated that while they were attempting to start the motor the vessel began to take on water, but the bilge pumps could not keep up with the water in the vessel.  WITNESS 2 stated that the vessel captain  attempted to call Towboat US by the app then a physical call to the company. After making contact with Towboat US they contacted the Coast Guard. WITNESS 2 stated that the vessel ended up cap-sizing and all the members jumped from the vessel. WITNESS 2 stated that two "Good Sam" vessels arrived to assist them. WITNESS 2 stated that they then were taken the Coast Guard Station.
ASSESSMENTS/INSPECTIONS
On June 11, 2021, I made contact with the Towboat US boat captain at 2 Georges Marina I was able to inspect the damage to the vessel. Right away the Towboat US boat captain showed me that the transom on the vessel was loose and would pull away from the hull. I picked up the skeg of the motor and open a gap between the transom and the lower portion of the hull, enough to drain water out of the hull. The did not appear to be any bolts and / or screws used to secure the transom to the hull. The was a bead of silicone attached, but it did not seal that area. In the photos there are white drain marks from this location. In additional photos (see attached) the vessel had portions on the stern filled with clear silicone in lieu of the mounting screws. The Towboat US captain stated that when he recovered the vessel the "scuppers" were both plugged, not allowing the water to drain properly. The steering linkage was "Extremely" rusted on the outboard motor (see photo). The bow cleat had been pulled away from the fiberglass leaving a gap between the fiberglass and the metal cleat (see photo).


BARDID: FL-2021-0242
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-05-23 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: BAY
NearestCityorTown: NAPLES
County: COLLIER
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Flooding/swamping
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Restricted vision
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
On May 23, 2021, at approximately 1500 hours Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) responded to a call near Chokoloskee FL, regarding two vessels that had collided with each other. There were no injuries during the accident.  
The incident occurred at the south end of Turner River, within Collier County, Florida. Vessel one had two occupants onboard and the second vessel had three occupants onboard. 
The first vessel had sunk and vessel two was still operational and there were no signs of environmental damage.  OP2 stated they he left the Outdoor Resort dock and ran across Chokoloskee Bay headed to the mouth of Turner River. Which the route he took was not in a slow speed zone , nether was it in a Manatee zone. Where he was turning was a blind spot where he collided with OP1's vessel causing his vessel to sink due to him hitting the starboard side of the vessel.


BARDID: FL-2021-0243
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-04-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Gulf of Mexico
NearestCityorTown: MARATHON
County: MONROE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Throttle
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel 1 lost power to one engine while attempting to turn around to dock, vessel 1 then drifted into vessel 2 after loss of power.

- Vessel 1 was returning to its slip in the left hand corner of 7 Mile Marina
- Vessel 2 was docked approximately 500 feet infront of Vessel 1's slip, along the sea wall.
-Vessel 1 attempted to turn around next to Vessel 2, OP1 placed the starboard engine of Vessel 1 in reverse
-OP1 realized that the starboard engine was stuck in forward despite being put in reverse, attributed to some kind of mechanical failure
-The front port bow of Vessel 1 struck Vessel 2 in the middle of the starboard side causing damage to Vessel 2


BARDID: FL-2021-0244
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-04-26 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:40:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Tampa Bay
NearestCityorTown: TAMPA
County: HILLSBOROUGH
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause2: Force of wake/wave
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel 1 (a personal watercraft, also known as a PWC) was on plane north of the Courtney Campbell Causeway boat ramp in open water.  Vessel 1 was operating on plane at approximately 30-Miles Per Hour (MPH) and turning to port (Left) when the operator of Vessel 1 crossed over a series of small waves causing Vessel 1 to become unstable and eject the passenger of Vessel 1 off the starboard (right) side of the vessel.  During the same moment as the passenger entered the water, the starboard quarter (right back corner) performance fin struck the passengers right leg causing a laceration that exposed the tibia bone.  The operator of Vessel 1 recovered the passenger and made their way to the Courtney Campbell Causeway boat ramp for medical assistance. 
Victim suffered a 6-10 inch long laceration through the skin and muscle of the right leg just below the knee exposing the tibia bone.  Victim transported to St. Joseph Hospital Tampa Florida. Victim was admitted to hospital for surgical repair of the Tibialis anterior muscle on May 26th, 2021. Floor nurse for victim stated she had a second surgery on May 27th, 2021 to debride the surgical site. Victim released from hospital on May 28th, 2021.


BARDID: FL-2021-0245
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-05-30 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: TAMPA BAY
NearestCityorTown: TAMPA
County: HILLSBOROUGH
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Fair
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentEvent3: Flooding/swamping
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause2: Force of wake/wave
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
On Sunday, May 30th, 2021, at approximately 1830 hours, boating accident # FWSW21OFF011253 occurred at the Courtney Campbell Causeway bridge in Tampa Bay, Hillsborough County, Florida. Vessel 1 (V1) with one operator no occupants was operating in a southerly direction under the causeway bridge between two concrete pilings. The wave height under the causeway bridge was considerably higher than the protected north side of the causeway and caught the operator off guard. The operator attempted to pass a concrete piling when a wave hit from the left and pushed V1 toward the piling. V1 starboard stern contacted the concrete piling causing the operator to be ejected. The operator did not suffer any injuries. V1 sustained an approximately 1 foot by 2 foot wide hole in the stern of the vessel and took on water. V1 operator was able to operate V1 to Courtney Campbell boat ramp.


BARDID: FL-2021-0246
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-05-29 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:15:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Placid
NearestCityorTown: LAKE PLACID
County: HIGHLANDS
WaterConditions: Calm
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Sharp turn
AccidentCause3: Congested waters
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel 1(V1), a 2020 Sea Doo PWC occupied by one person, was traveling east on Lake Placid, when it crossed directly in front of vessel 2 (V2), a 2006 Master Craft ski boat occupied by 8 people that was traveling south. V1 then did an abrupt 180 degree turn and immediately collided with the port side of V2. The operator of V1 was ejected into the water, but was not injured. No one on V2 was injured. V2 sustained significant damage to the hull at and below the water line.


BARDID: FL-2021-0247
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-05-23 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:27:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Intracoastal Waterway
NearestCityorTown: BOYNTON BEACH
County: PALM BEACH
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
On 05/23/2021 at approximately 1600hrs Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation responded to boating incident where a vessel was damaged by the wake of another vessel while docked at the “Prime Catch” restaurant in Boynton Beach. 
RP stated that him and his wife were at the “Prime Catch” restaurant when they observed a vessel coming up on the plane in the “Idle Speed Zone”. RP pulled out his cellphone and captured the vessel on video as it passes near his docked vessel. RP also provided a video of his vessel rocking from the wake that the passing vessel appeared to produce. Both videos are attached. RP also stated they saw the name of vessel was “Quality Time” as it passed.
RPs vessel is a 2004 36’ Tiara (DO#1157403) RP showed me damage to the rub rail and spider cracking along the starboard side of the vessel. I photographed the damage and attached it to my report.
On 05/24/2021 I contacted RP and he told me had seen a vessel with the same name and description of the vessel from incident the day before docked in Delray Beach. I went to the area of Marine Way and SE 2nd St and observed the vessel still docked in the same location he described to me. Through dispatch and our databases, I was able to contact the owner of the vessel OPERATOR 1. OPERATOR 1 stated that he was operating his vessel at the same time / vicinity of where the boating incident occurred the day before. I informed OPERATOR 1 that his vessel may have been involved in the damage to RP’s vessel and forwarded his contact and insurance information to him. I later provided RP with OPERATOR 1’s insurance and contact information. 
I then went to the “Prime Catch” restaurant where the incident occurred to attempt to locate any security footage. No camera angles covered the waterway. I also contacted the Woolbright Blvd Bridge Tender who also said no camera footage was taken.


BARDID: FL-2021-0248
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-05-23 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Addison Bay area
NearestCityorTown: MARCO ISLAND
County: COLLIER
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Person departed vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by propeller
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
On 5/23/2021 at approx 1430 hrs a white male jumped off a rental boat to swim near Addison Bay in Collier county. The person was unaware that the boat was in gear and received lacerations on his right leg and left foot from the propeller, as he attempted to climb back into the boat. The subject was taken to shore by a good samaritan and transported to the hospital by EMS. He was treated and released.

Based off my investigation and the witness statements, I believe when VICTIM throttled the boat down it was not in neutral but, slightly in reverse. VICTIM then jumped in the water and while trying to climb into the boat from the stern, was struck by the propeller. The lacerations he received were not as severe, if the propeller would have been turning at a higher RPM. VICTIM’s inexperience with vessel operations was the primary cause of the accident.; 

VICTIM:Subject rented a boat with his girlfriend. Drove to an area near Addison Bay and stopped to swim. The subject was unaware the boat was in gear. As he was climbing up on the back of the boat the prop struck his right leg and left foot. A good samaritan took the subject and his girlfriend to Marco Island Yacht Club. EMS transported the subject to Physicians Regional on Collier Blvd for lacerations to the right leg and left foot (see attached photographs).


BARDID: FL-2021-0249
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-05-11 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:36:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Gulf
NearestCityorTown: DUNEDIN
County: PINELLAS
WaterConditions: Calm
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Congested waters
DayofWeek: Tuesday
RedactedNarrative:
While on a jet ski tour in North Pinellas County, V1 was struck by another jet ski that was involved in the tour(V2). Allegedly V2 hit V1 in the stern and struck the victim causing her to be ejected into the water. 
No body was able to determine who the operator of vessel two was or the vessels registration numbers.
OP1 stated to me that while on the tour near Honeymoon Island, he was slowing down when another jet ski who was behind him in line, rear ended his jet ski causing his mother to be hit and thrown in the water. VICTIM was said to have been unconscious in the water for five to ten seconds. VICTIM was pulled over to a close by sandbar. The jet ski that allegedly struck VICTIM had ejected its riders and was still running even with the kill lanyard removed. I identified the tour guide, GUIDE stated to me that when he looked back, he saw VICTIM in the water while two boys were swimming her over to the sandbar. GUIDE stated that he went right over to VICTIM and preformed an assessment on her. He stated to me he was a registered nurse and wanted to check the extent of her injury’s. GUIDE offered to put VICTIM on his jet ski, take her to a waiting truck to help her get to medical attention quicker. VICTIM was picked up by Dunedin Fire Rescue, transported back to land and then taken to Bay Front Hospital. VICTIM injurys were a collapsed lung, broken ribs and slipped disk in her back. The victim had multiple broken ribs, a popped lung, hurt back and neck along with other bruises.


BARDID: FL-2021-0250
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-06-06 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 21:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Ft Pierce Inlet
NearestCityorTown: FORT PIERCE
County: SAINT LUCIE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Poor
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Impaired minor passenger falls off the back of a persona water craft operated by his father.
I was dispatched to a call for a vessel accident at Dockside Inn Marina in Ft Pierce.  The operator of the personal watercraft  had his fifteen year old son on the back as a passenger. The operator stated that they had left the island referred to as "Rope Swing Island" when it was getting dark to make their way back to the North Causeway boat ramp where their vehicle was parked.  The operator stated that he had been drinking and that earlier  he left his son at rope swing island with friends while he was riding the PWC.  While on the island the juvenile consumed a large amount of alcohol which was confirmed by medical staff at Lawnwood Medical Center. Just before dark the operator stated he went back to the island to pick up his son.  On the trip back to North Causeway boat ramp they passed their destination and ended up in the Ft Pierce Inlet. The juvenile fell off the PWC and the operator turned back to get him.  The juvenile was unresponsive and the operator pulled him over to the PWC but was unable to get him back on board.  By this time the were both in the water drifting near the United States Coast Guard Station and the operator screamed for help.  The Coast Guard responded and was able to get the two ashore in the vicinity of the Dockside Inn Marina next to On The Edge Restaurant.  The juvenile was unresponsive but breathing.  EMS transported the juvenile to Lawnwood Regional Medical Center for treatment. He was determined to be intoxicated and suffering minor hypothermia.  The operator stated they were in the water approximately and hour.  The operator was placed under arrest by Ft Pierce Police Dept and charged with operating a vessel while impaired. and operating PWC more than half an hour after sunset.  The vessel had no visible signs of damage.; VICTIM admitted to hospital unresponsive but breathing due to alcohol consumption and hypothermia.  A full recovery is expected according to hospital staff


BARDID: FL-2021-0251
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-05-15 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:50:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: SANTA ROSA SOUND
NearestCityorTown: FT. WALTON BEACH
County: OKALOOSA
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
V1 was traveling East in the Santa Rosa Sound outside of the channel. V1 had two subjects on board, mother (operator) and 4 year old daughter sitting in front of her mother. V1 veered North and drove into the end of a T-Dock. Both subjects were ejected from V1 and assisted from the water by good samaratins. 

Both subjects were transported to Fort Walton Beach Medical Center for their injuries. Operator suffered hematoma and abrasions above left eye. Child suffered 2 inch laceration under chin. 


Guide advised he works for Destin Adventure Watersports and he was guiding a PWC tour in the area, Operator and her daughter were one of the PWC's in the tour along with other family members on their own PWC's. Guide stated they traveled East from the livery to the spoil islands and he had to warn Operator multiple times to stay away from other vessels and docks. While near the spoil islands Operator ran her PWC over a shallow sandbar so he turned the tour around and they began heading East, toward the livery. While traveling East he looked back at the PWC's in his tour and observed Operator operate her PWC directly into the dock, ejecting her and her daughter. Guide went to their location, assisted them out of the water, and rendered aid. 

Subject1 was on the dock with Subject2 and they were getting ready to begin fishing from the dock when the accident occurred. Subject1 stated he heard a PWC very close to the dock and when he turned to look the PWC had already hit the end of the dock. Subject1 and Subject2 helped them out of the water and called 911. Subject2 stated she saw the vessels to the right, West, of the dock and suddenly one of the PWC's hit the dock. 

Occupant suffered a laceration under her chin, approximately 2 inches long, that required stitches. She was treated for her injuries at Fort Walton Beach Medical Center.  Operator suffered a hematoma and abrasions above her left eye. Operator also had abrasions on her feet.


BARDID: FL-2021-0252
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-03-05 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: ICW near 79th street ramp
NearestCityorTown: MIAMI
County: MIAMI-DADE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
Four gentlemen visited south Florida for vacation. While on a trip to Downtown, they were seeking a location to rent PWC's. They made contact with an illegal livery rental. The four gentlemen rented four PWCs and collided with one another. One subject was injured and taken to the hospital. All parties failed to report the accident.   

Operator2 was taken to the hospital and treated for his injuries. He was released the following day.  Operator1 suffered minor injuries not needing medical attention.


BARDID: FL-2021-0253
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-05-28 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: ICW
NearestCityorTown: LONGBOAT KEY
County: MANATEE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with commercial vessel
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Sharp turn
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
On 5/28/21 at approximately 8pm, I was dispatched to a boating accident between a commercial paddle wheel vessel and a recreational skiff near Jewfish Key in Manatee County.  No injuries were reported.  Vessel damage was sustained to the skiff.
Verbal statements from OPERATOR 1, PASSENGER 3, and OPERATOR 2 were consistent with one another. As the Anna Maria Princess was traveling northbound on the ICW near Marker 41, OPERATOR 1 attempted to pass in his Boston Whaler along the port/left side of the Princess.  OPERATOR 1 and PASSENGER 3 both confirmed that OPERATOR 1 took his hand off the steering to wave to the passengers on the Princess, and his vessel immediately made a hard right turn, striking the front/bow port/left side of the Princess with the front/bow starboard/right side of the Whaler.  OPERATOR 2 stated he had not seen the vessel come up from behind and pass his vessel, but stated, “he {OPERATOR 1} must have been going pretty fast.”  OPERATOR 1 stated he believed he was going about 25mph when his vessel struck the Princess and immediately flipped, tossing him, PASSENGER 1, and the dog from the vessel.  OPERATOR 2 stated he heard the impact, immediately put the vessel into neutral, and saw the Whaler capsized with two people and a dog in the water.  They initiated their man-overboard drills and got a life-ring to the subjects in the water.  
OPERATOR 2 believes he was traveling at approximately 4 knots, roughly 5mph, when his vessel was struck.  OPERATOR 1, PASSENGER 2, and the dog made it safely to the shoreline of Jewfish Key.  US Coast Guard (USCG) and Sea Tow responded to the scene.  A good Samaritan helped right the vessel and bail out the water.  Professional salvage/recovery services and EMS were declined, and OPERATOR 1’s son arrived by vessel at approximately 9pm to tow the vessel and occupants back to the Coquina North Boat Ramp.


BARDID: FL-2021-0254
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-05-15 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Bay
NearestCityorTown: MIAMI
County: MIAMI-DADE
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
OP1 stated that he was unaware how the vessel began to take on water. He stated he was cruising across the bay when his vessel started to swamp and feel heavy in the rear end. OP1 stated by the time he realized how much water was in the boat and take action, waves caused the boat to slowly sink and turn over. I asked OP1 he his bilge pump worked and he stated "yes it works well" I asked him if he forgot to put the plug in? He stated that he remembers putting it in before he put the vessel in the water. 

 Afterwards I requested a tow boat through dispatch. Once the tow boat arrived the occupants where transferred to the tow boat and the vessel was towed to shore


BARDID: FL-2021-0255
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-01-06 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:30:00
CoordinatesConfidence: NC
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Jessup
NearestCityorTown: SANFORD
County: SEMINOLE
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
AccidentCause1: Unknown
DayofWeek: Wednesday
RedactedNarrative:
SYNOPSIS
On Wednesday, January 6, 2021, at approximately 1300 hours, a drowning occurred on Lake Jessup, in Sanford, Seminole County, Florida, involving a 9 foot, 2006 Seabo fiberglass vessel, with one person on board.  The victim was last seen by a witness leaving the boat ramp at approximately 1230 hours. 

At approximately 1300 hours, a witness observed the vessel on the lake unoccupied and operating under power, going in circles. On Sunday, January 10, 2021, at approximately 0638 hours, the victim was found by Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) Officer’s, unresponsive, face down, just below the surface of the lake. 

The victim was recovered, photographed, and transported by Medical Examiner staff. An autopsy was performed by the 5th Judicial Medical Examiner’s Office, who ruled the death as accidental and the cause was drowning. An investigation was performed and has been determined that this case will be closed, with no suspicious activity relating to the death of the decedent or any crimes that were committed.


The cause of the accident is unknown.  There were no witnesses to the accident.  Based on the District 5 medical examiners report the operator drowned, with no evidence of external trauma or any contributing medical issues.  No damage of any kind was noted on the vessel itself.


BARDID: FL-2021-0256
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-04-16 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:35:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: river
NearestCityorTown: UNINCORPORATED
County: MARTIN
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
On 4/16/21, I noticed a female being carried from a jet ski to a vehicle at the Stuart Causeway. When I approached the vehicle, I was informed she was in a jet ski accident. OP1, the operator of V1, was learning how to operate a PWC. while the area of Hole In The Wall near the St. Lucie Inlet. OP1 was on plane and let off the throttle while headed towards Mangrove trees. The PWC did not slow down as anticipated. OP1 then turned the jet ski left at the last minute and accelerated putting her and the jet ski into the Mangroves. She sustained a cut to her right leg just above the knee. OP1 denied receiving EMS at the Stuart Causeway. She was driven in a personal vehicle to Martin County Hospital for medical treatment. Victim: Suffered a laceration above the right knee requiring stitches.


BARDID: FL-2021-0257
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-06-05 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:40:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Black Creek
NearestCityorTown: MIDDLEBURG
County: CLAY
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by vessel
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Force of wake/wave
AccidentCause3: Improper lookout
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
owner/operator of Personal Watercraft (PWC) Vessel 2 (V2) with passenger and owner/operator of PWC Vessel 1 (V1), left Main St. Boat Ramp heading east towards the Black Creek South Prong fork.  As they entered the curve near the fork, at approximately 17:40 hours, a wake boat was turning right into the curve heading in the opposite direction.  

Operator2 with V2 occupant seated behind her, was in the lead operating V2 and Operator1 on V1 followed behind them.  Operator2 saw the boat as she came into the corner but was unable to react quickly enough to safely operate through the large wake created by the boat as they passed port to port. V2 occupant and Operator2 were ejected from the vessel entering the water from the port side.  

Operator1 was riding approximately 60 feet behind and to the left (port) of Operator2 but because Operator1 was operating near the center of the creek, Operator1 had to steer hard to the right to avoid a collision and couldn't see that Operator2 and V2 occupant had fallen into the water.  

As Operator1 passed the vessel port to port, his eyes were fixed on the passing vessel and before he realized that Operator2 and V2 occupant were in the water, his vessel ran over V2 occupant leaving a large laceration approximately 5 inches in length. 

Operator1 estimated his speed to be approximately 20 MPH before he let off the throttle after turning starboard (right).  V2 occupant was reported to be unconscious but a good samaritan along with Operator2 and Operator1 were able to pull V2 occupant onto a boat and he was transported to the Main St. Boat Ramp. 

Operator1 said he made the 911 call at 17:42 hours and that was approximately 1 to 2 minutes after the accident.  Emergency Medical Services evaluated V2 occupant at the boat ramp and a friend transported him to St. Vincent's Hospital where he received 12 staples for a laceration on the right side of his head (scalp).

Operator2 complained of a sore right knee but refused treatment.

V2 occupant was hit by the PWC operated by Operator1.  He sustained a laceration to the scalp (right side) requiring 12 staples.


BARDID: FL-2021-0258
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-05-30 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:20:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Boca Chica Channel
NearestCityorTown: KEY WEST
County: MONROE
WaterConditions: Calm
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Restricted vision
AccidentCause2: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause3: Congested waters
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Driver of a PWC collided with the rope between two vessels, one was towing the other. Damage was done to the PWC and the vessel being towed. The driver of the PWC was transported to the hospital regarding chest pain.
We spoke with the tour guide. According to the guide, the driver of the crashed PWC, Operator 1, left the safety line and went straight into a tow rope that was between two vessels. The safety line is a trail left by the tour guide for the people on the rental PWCs to follow so they stay out of harm’s way. OP1 was the last one in the safety line. The rope made contact with the handlebars of the PWC, breaking them off and slamming them into OP1’s chest. The force then knocked OP1 and his daughter off the PWC and into the water. OP1’s daughter was uninjured. They then brought OP1 back to Ocean’s Edge and he was transported to the Lower Keys Medical Center. 
	We then met officers at the Lower Keys Medical Center around 2315 hours to interview OP1. According to OP1, he was driving the PWC with his daughter when his prescription seeing glasses were knocked off his face by wakes from the other PWCs and boats. He stated that he saw the two boats, but did not see the rope between them. He was driving at roughly thirty miles an hour when he went between the two boats and into the tow line. The force broke the handlebars off of the PWC, slammed them into his chest, and then knocked him and his daughter into the water. He was then helped onto another PWC, taken back to Ocean’s Edge, and transported to the Lower Keys Medical Center.; Victim:OP1 collided with a rope between two vessels and was ejected from the PWC. He taken to the hospital and informed me that he was suffering from chest pain.


BARDID: FL-2021-0259
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-05-16 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Dinner Key Anchorage
NearestCityorTown: MIAMI
County: MIAMI-DADE
WaterConditions: Rough
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Sinking
AccidentCause1: Equipment failure
AccidentCause2: Force of wake/wave
EquipmentFailure: Auxiliary
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
On May 16th, 2021 at approximately 1400 hours, we were on water patrol near Miami Marine Stadium when we heard an individual state on Channel 16 on VHF marine radio that his vessel was taking on water by Dinner Key Channel. We immediately responded to the scene. 
Upon arrival on scene, the vessel was already completely sunk and resting upright on the bottom of the bay just south of the South Dinner Key Channel, and the five occupants who were onboard the sunken vessel were on a Coral Gables Police vessel. 
The cause of the accident was determined to be machinery failure (bilge pump failure) combined with rough waves (approximately 2 feet) which caused the vessel's hull to fill up with water and also take on a large amount of water over its stern quickly causing the vessel to sink. The vessel was identified by Florida registration number as FL 6345 GY. 
I collected sworn written statements from the operator of the vessel and one of the vessel's occupants. I took photos of the sunken vessel as well. There were no reported injuries as a result of this boating accident. 
The sunken vessel was salvaged by Fast Response Towing and returned to Seminole Boat Ramp at Dinner Key. We transported all five occupants from the sunken vessel to Seminole Boat Ramp. 
Body camera footage was captured during this incident. 
End of report.


BARDID: FL-2021-0260
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-06-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 04:47:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Gulf of Mexico
NearestCityorTown: PANAMA CITY
County: BAY
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
On 06/04/2021 at approximately 0447 hrs cst just outside the southern entrance to the Panama City Pass both vessels came in contact with each other in a nearly head on collision. V01 owned/operated by OP1 was headed approximately SSW while V02 owned/operated by OP2 was headed approximately NE when the collision occurred. 
OP1 sustained non life threatening injuries to his face and head, while no persons onboard OP2’s vessel sustained any injuries.
Both operators were issued warnings for Improper lookout.
After a brief discussion with the USCG personnel I approached the subject vessels and separated them to begin my investigation. First, I Identified and spoke with OP1 owner/operator of the Red Sea Pro vessel. He stated he was exiting the Panama City Pass (South bound) just after 0500 when he made contact with V02. OP1 stated he didn’t see V02 approaching before collision. V01 sustained damage to the bow area to include the loss of a hatch door and a new Minn Kota Tolling motor (Pictures included), the throttle control handle is also broken in half and the steering mechanism on the motor appears to be bent. OP1 sustained damage to his face to include a laceration to the forehead and a swollen/blackened right eye, it is believed OP1’s face made contact with the center console above the steering wheel. After speaking with OP1 Sea Tow took him and his vessel back to his local residence at Hibiscus by the Bay Marina. 
V02 a 25’ Cape Horn with twin 150 hp Yamaha outboards is owned/operated by OP2. V02 owner/operator stated while approaching the Panama City Pass after a fishing trip, he was operating his vessel with the assistance of radar. OP2 stated he noticed V01 just before impact and had no means of avoiding the collision. OP2’ vessel sustained substantial damage to the port bow, however it was above the waterline and did not include water gaining access to the interior of the hull. No injuries were sustained by anyone onboard OP1 vessel. OP1 has a laceration to his fore headed and a swollen/blackened right eye. OP1 stated that when he arrives back at the dock via being towed by Sea tow, His wife would be taking him to Bay Medical to get checked out.


BARDID: FL-2021-0262
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-06-12 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:15:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: little sarasota bay
NearestCityorTown: SIESTA KEY
County: SARASOTA
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Improper lookout
AccidentCause3: Force of wake/wave
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
V1 and V2 were headed north in the ICW in the area of Little Sarasota Bay.  Operator of V2 was just ahead of V1.  V2 crossed a wake from another vessel and let off throttle. Operator of V1 crossed the same wake and didnt see that V2 had slowed to idle.  Operator of V1 collided with port, aft portion of V2.  Operator of V1 sustained an injury to his left leg and was transported to Sarasota Memorial Hospital. some torn ligaments in his left quadricep; OP1:torn ligaments in left leg (quad)


BARDID: FL-2021-0263
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-06-18 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: GULF
NearestCityorTown: BONITA SPRINGS
County: LEE
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Person departed vessel
AccidentEvent2: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
On June 18, 2021, a 36' Sportfisher collided with an anchored vessel that had seven people onboard. The people onboard the 26' open motorboat tried to get the attention of the Sportfisher, but was unsuccessful. Six of the seven people on the 26' vessel abandoned the vessel before impact. Weather conditions were clear with overcast skies.
I asked the operator and owner of V1 what had happened and if they would provide me a written statement of what happened. Both OP1 and WITNESS 1 agreed to provide me a written statement. I approached the occupants of V2 and gathered their information. All six of the occupants were out of South Carolina. I asked WITNESS 2 if they would provide me a written statement. They both agreed on providing a statement.

OP1’s statement contained the following:

•	Left Diversified after fueling up and started their way to the Keys.
•	Autopilot was on and was traveling about 18 mph.
•	Would look ahead and then was putting things away.
•	Made a big mistake.

WITNESS 1 statement stated that “he heard a crash and looked up”.

WITNESS 2’s statement contained the following:

•	Heard her son yell “get up get to the back of the boat!”.
•	Stood up and started to wave her arms and yelling “HEY HEY!” in attempt to get the other vessel’s attention.
•	Never saw a driver.
•	Heard from someone onboard to “Jump”. Everyone else onboard except her jumped overboard.
•	Was on the front left side of the boat and went over the front of the boat.
•	Yelled at the people in the water to swim back to the boat.
•	The captain called Mayday over VHF.
•	The blue boat that hit them stated they “had no stirring [sic]” but had to no problem getting back to the Coast Guard station.
•	Had been anchored and fishing in that spot for 45 min.

Operator 2’S statement contained the following:

•	“Anchored five miles west of Big Carlos Pass a GH Tug when a boat heading towards us made no attempt to change coarse [sic]”.
•	Yelled and waved to get their attention with no success.
•	Never saw anyone at the wheel of the boat.
•	Six jumped of the rear of my boat seconds before the collision.
•	All six swam back to the boat.
•	“The other boat claimed their steering was messed up but they drove back to check on us just fine”.
•	“These people made no attempt [sic] to avoid [sic] the acciedent [sic]”.
•	“The collision was broadside front left of the boat, their boat was driving extremly [sic] fast with no faces at the wheel”.


BARDID: FL-2021-0264
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-06-09 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:02:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: atlantic ocean
NearestCityorTown: MARATHON
County: MONROE
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Person struck by propeller
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Wednesday
RedactedNarrative:
A vessel operated by OPERATOR 1 was anchored near Molasses Keys. Victim was in the shallow water preparing to leave.  He pulled the vessels anchor and waded to the stern of the vessel.  The vessel was put into reverse while VICTIM was still in the water.  He suffered multiple lacerations to his left leg and was air lifted to Jackson South Medical Center.; VICTIM was air lifted from the Marathon Hangar to Jackson South Medical Center where he was treated for two lacerations to his left let.  One laceration required 10 stitches and the other laceration required 6 stitches.  He was released from the hospital on day later.


BARDID: FL-2021-0265
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-06-12 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: atlantic ocean
NearestCityorTown: JACKSONVILLE BEACH
County: DUVAL
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Grounding
AccidentEvent3: Person departed vessel
AccidentCause1: Equipment failure
EquipmentFailure: Other
OtherEquipmentFailure: Transducer
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
On 6/12/2021 OP1 was on the boat eleven miles off-shore fishing when noticed the boat had water covering the batteries.  They attempted to drive the boat to shore with assistance from friend’s boat towing them.  The farthest they could get was to Huguenot State Park and beached it they got off and walk to shore. Seatow was contacted and OP1 agreed to the price and using the service.  He then left and went to Maryport Boat Ramp to meet Seatow with his boat and put on his trailor. 
I met with OP1 at his house and saw the boat.  The only thing that appears to have caused a leak was the Transducer.  He noticed water was leaking out of the area around the transducer when he filled the boat up with freshwater.


BARDID: FL-2021-0267
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-06-12 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:16:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Atlantic Ocean
NearestCityorTown: KEY WEST
County: MONROE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent3: Fall in vessel
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
An accident occured at Murray Marine involving three vessels. The first vessel shot forward, bounced off of the second vessel and a seawall, and then turned and bounced off of the third vessel. It finally landed on a dock and part of the seawall.
Only the operator of the first vessel had minor injuries. 
According to the owners of vessel two and the other witnesses, vessel one was having issues while attempting to dock. It took them a few approaches before they were close enough to attempt to tie up. Passenger witnessed vessel one go in reverse, which began pulling them away from the dock. It appeared that OP1 panicked and put it in forward. This caused vessel one to run into vessel two, who was tied in front of him. Vessel one then bounced off of vessel two, headed towards the seawall and bounced off of it a couple of times, and then turned and landed on the seawall and small dock. A bystander ran over and began yelling at the OP1 to pull the kill switch lanyard, which would turn the engines off. They were still in gear at this point. With the engines turned off, he jumped in the water to help them get out. ; OP1 had minor injuries as a result of the accident. He was taken to the hospital initially, but was released shortly after. He had minor scrapes on his forearm, and a small cut on his head from bumping it on something. He complained of a little bit of neck stiffness.


BARDID: FL-2021-0268
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-05-30 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:15:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Gulf of Mexico
NearestCityorTown: BRADENTON BEACH
County: MANATEE
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Force of wake/wave
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
V1 was traveling north bound along the ICW passing under Sr64 Bridge.  A wake from a passing vessel causes V1 into the wooden bridge tenders, causing damage to the right front of the vessel.


BARDID: FL-2021-0269
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-06-01 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 00:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lemon Bay
NearestCityorTown: ENGLEWOOD
County: CHARLOTTE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
DayofWeek: Tuesday
RedactedNarrative:
V1 is a 23’ bay boat and was being operated by OP1. V1 was travelling in a narrow marina channel in Royal Palm Marina. When the operator realized there were no docking slips available, he attempted to reverse out of the channel. While in reverse, V1’s port-side stern collided with a docked and unoccupied 24’ pontoon boat (V2). V2 was impacted on its port-side stern and caused a one-inch puncture to the pontoon. No damaged was sustained by V1 and no injuries were reported.


BARDID: FL-2021-0270
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-06-01 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:15:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Intracoastal Waterway
NearestCityorTown: POMPANO BEACH
County: BROWARD
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause2: Excessive speed
DayofWeek: Tuesday
RedactedNarrative:
On Tuesday 6/1/2021, V1 was being operated by OP1. Vessel one was travelling south on the ICW in Broward County Florida. Vessel one was being operated at speed, when the operator made a sharp right hand turn and collided with the concrete piling of a residential dock.

PRE-ACCIDENT 
OP1 was operating Jet Ski southbound on the Intracoastal Waterway following the company guide at changing intervals of speed.

ACCIDENT 
OP1, following the guide, decided to accelerate the jet ski to put it up on plane and run fast. Upon pushing the accelerator on the jet ski OP1 lost control and at the higher rate of speed the jet ski made a sharp right turn causing it to crash into the piling of the dock.

POST ACCIDENT 
OP1 was pulled from the water by his father who was on a different jet ski following behind. The father then placed OP1 on his jet ski and ran him back to the dock of the rental company where EMS was waiting to transport OP1 to the hospital. Fire Rescue transported OP1 to Broward General Hospital. The company guide secured the jet ski to a dock near the scene of the accident and ran OP1’s younger brother back to the rental company’s dock.

CONCLUSION
Based on evidence and information gathered to date, this accident was caused by operator inexperience. OP1 had completed the required boater safety course; however, this was his first time operating a jet ski. OP1’s lack of experience with operating the jet ski and his lack of knowledge with the function and operation of the jet ski has a significant impact on the cause of this accident.; OP1,:Broke both wrist and Femur


BARDID: FL-2021-0271
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-05-30 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:15:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: St. Andrews Bay
NearestCityorTown: PANAMA CITY
County: BAY
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper anchoring
AccidentCause2: Improper lookout
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
On May 30, 2021 at approximately 1715 hours V-1 was pulling anchor near Shell Island.  V-2 was at anchor approximately 250 yards south of Shell Island in St. Andrews Bay.  V-1 had an issue with the anchor recovery system.  The chain got wrapped around the pulpit.  While an occupant on V-1 was trying to un wrap the chain the vessel started to drift northward.  When the operator of V-1 realized he was close to V-2, he put the engines in reverse.  Before he could back away, the anchor from V-2 struck the port side near the bow of V-2.  It caused fiberglass damage that went past the gel coat.  The owners of V-1 and V-2 exchanged information and USCG arrived on scene and documented the accident.  FWC arrived on scene to complete the accident report at approximately 1830 hours.


BARDID: FL-2021-0272
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-05-29 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Gulf of Mexico
NearestCityorTown: DESTIN
County: OKALOOSA
WaterConditions: Rough
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Equipment failure
EquipmentFailure: Auxiliary
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
V1 was at anchor while occupants fished.  Anchor line was attached to bow in choppy conditions for approximately 45 minutes.  Occupants observed water in splash well for most of that time.  O1 observed the stern low in water and switched the bilge pump from "auto" to "on."  Occupant observed the bilge pump start pumping.  O1 then started motor and began bringing in lines and the anchor.  V1 leaned to port taking water over the port stern flooding the cockpit.  V1 immediately rolled to port and capsized, ejecting all occupants.  V1 remained floating upside down,  A passing vessel observed them in the water and picked them up.  V1 was recovered the next day in the same condition.


BARDID: FL-2021-0273
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-05-28 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Seminole
NearestCityorTown: SNEADS
County: JACKSON
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Sharp turn
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
Boating accident at stump field, Lake Seminole.
 I spoke with subject OP1 who was on scene at Howell Landing.  OP1 said he was operating his 11' homemade air boat approaching the area known as the "stump field".  OP1 said he began to see stumps and slowly started to turn to the port side.  As the vessel turned water began pouring over the transom and the vessel started to sink. The vessel listed to the starboard and capsized.  OP1 stated the vessel capsized and sank leaving him and passenger PAX1 in the water.  OP1 and PAX1 were not wearing life jackets when the incident occurred.  OP1 and PAX1 were picked up by a good samaritan vessel and brought to Howell Landing.  
Jackson County Sheriff's Office also responded to the incident.  I met JCSO at Howell Landing, Lake Seminole.  JCSO launched a vessel and with subject OP1 aboard returned to the area where the vessel sank.  I along with FWC also proceeded to the area by patrol vessel and searched for the capsized airboat.  We searched the general area of the stump field where the vessel capsized but was unable to locate it.  
On Saturday May 29th, FWC as well as the good samaritan vessel returned to the scene.  The good samaritan vessel utilized a gps chart plotter and was able to located the specific area that the vessel sank.  The vessel was located and marked with floating buoys. 
OP1 advised he would be making arrangements to salvage the vessel.


BARDID: FL-2021-0274
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-05-31 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Chipola River
NearestCityorTown: ALTHA
County: CALHOUN
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with submerged object
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
AccidentCause1: Hazardous waters
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
V1 was traveling southbound on the Chipola River and struck a submerged object (tree stump).  Occupant was sitting behind the operator and fell forward breaking her right wrist upon impact with the chair the operator was sitting in. Subject sustained broken right wrist and laceration to head.


BARDID: FL-2021-0275
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-06-06 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:15:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Gulf of Mexico
NearestCityorTown: ST. PETERSBURG
County: PINELLAS
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Unknown
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
On 6/6/2021 at approximately 1300hrs, V1 and V2 were cruising west of St Pete Beach.  V2 turned into the path of V1 causing a collision resulting in vessel damage to both PWCs.
	Operators of V1, V2 and V3 were determined by statements made by the livery.  Statements were obtained from 2 of the 3 operators.  Those statements were vague and did not aid in this investigation.  The following was determined by vessel damage assessments.
Pre Accident: 
	On 6/6/2021 at approximately 1300 hrs, 3 PWCs were recreationally cruising after being rented from Suncoast Watersports.  V2, turned into the path of V1.  V3 had an unknown involvement in this incident.
Accident:


BARDID: FL-2021-0276
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-05-15 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: INTRACOASTAL WATERWAY
NearestCityorTown: JUPITER
County: PALM BEACH
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause2: Weather
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
The Port side of V1 struck the motor cowling of V2 at the Harbourside docks in Palm Beach County while undocking. V1 was attempting to navigate around V2 while traveling forward from the dock. While undocking, the port stern of V1 bumped the dock turning its bow back toward V2. The operator of V1 turned North and throttled up to avoid collision causing V1 to strike V2. 

All persons involved were uninjured. The operator of V1 was unable to control his vessel while undocking and was the primary cause of the accident.


BARDID: FL-2021-0277
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-05-20 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:25:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Indian River Lagoon
NearestCityorTown: FORT PIERCE
County: SAINT LUCIE
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Engine
DayofWeek: Thursday
RedactedNarrative:
V1 Left fuel dock under power.  Both motors stopped and vessel drifted into dock piling coming to rest along side a docked, unoccupied, sailing vessel.


BARDID: FL-2021-0278
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-05-09 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:18:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: ST LUCIE RIVER
NearestCityorTown: STUART
County: MARTIN
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Navigation rules violation
AccidentCause2: Improper lookout
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel 1 was traveling northbound in the St. Lucie River approaching Hell's Gate in Martin County. Vessel 2 was ahead of Vessel 1 traveling northbound in the St. Lucie River approaching Hell's Gate. Vessel 2 turned to the starboard side. Vessel 1's bow struck Vessel 2's port mid-ship, transom area. 

All statements indicate that both vessels were traveling north in the channel of the St. Lucie river towards Hell’s Gate Point and followed the channel’s eastward curve to navigate around the point when Vessel 2, the leading vessel, continued to turn easterly to redirect its path to begin south towards Sewall Point. 

Vessel 1 was following on Vessel 2’s starboard side and expected Vessel 2 to make a westerly turn around the Hell’s Gate Point to continue following the channel north. When Vessel 2 changed course intending to leave the channel to the east, Vessel 1 reduced speed but did collide with its port side bow side striking Vessel 2’s starboard midship to stern area. 

Both vessel operators stated that they have more than one-hundred hours of experience with boating and familiarity with the vessel they each operated. Both vessel operators estimated their speed to be 30 miles per hour at the beginning of the incident. Vessel 2’s operator stated that he never saw Vessel 1 until the collision. Vessel 1’s operator stated that he thought that vessel 2 would adjust its direction with the before they collided.


BARDID: FL-2021-0279
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-05-31 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:04:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Matlacha Pass
NearestCityorTown: CAPE CORAL
County: LEE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause2: Excessive speed
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
On May 31st, 2021 at approximately 1200 hours Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) responded to a boating accident in Matlacha at navigational aid #44. A personal watercraft (PWC) was traveling south in the pass at approximately 35 miles per hour. The operator was travelling straight towards the navigational aid when he veered to the right at the last second, striking the piling with the port side of the PWC. Upon impact the operator and the passenger were ejected from the PWC. The passenger sustained a minor injury to his arm. The above sustained minor bruising and abrasion to his arm. Parents refused EMS response.


BARDID: FL-2021-0280
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-03-23 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:13:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Tampa Bay
NearestCityorTown: ST. PETERSBURG
County: PINELLAS
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
DayofWeek: Tuesday
RedactedNarrative:
On 03/23/2021, V1 (2019 27' Scout), operated by OP1 and V2 (1979 25' O'day ) operated by OP2 were recreational cruising in Bunces pass north of Egmont key. at approximately 1200 hrs v1 and v2 collided causing damage to both vessels.
Vessel 1 was cruising with no set destination. Vessel #2 left from Anna Maria Island headed towards St. Pete. Both operators were not sure exactly what direction they were headed.
At approximately 1200 hours the vessels were involved in a collision in the Egmont shipping channel. V1's starboard side hit V2's portside.  Upon collision the mast of V2 (sailboat) was damaged and laying on its side in the water still attached to V2 and there was visual fiberglass damage to the portside. V1 had paint transfer and scratches to the starboard side. V1 starboard side motor was not flush with the transom. the operator of V1 stated he just had work performed on mounting the starboard side motor and thinks this contributed to the accident. Both operators did not see each other till just before impact.


BARDID: FL-2021-0281
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-05-12 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: BISCAYNE BAY
NearestCityorTown: MIAMI
County: MIAMI-DADE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by vessel
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause2: Excessive speed
DayofWeek: Wednesday
RedactedNarrative:
V1 struck port side of V2. V2 operator and occupant were injured and ejected.

The group scheduled a jetski (PWC) rental and paid for it using CashApp. Subject contacted them to meet on the side of the Juila Tuttle Causeway where he was waiting with the PWC’s. Operator2 was operating V2 with V2 occupant sitting behind her as a passenger. Operator1 was operating V1. 

Operator2 was travelling forward at slow speed while Operator1 got his PWC on plane and went for a quick high speed loop. He came back towards Operator2 and V2 occupant and began to slow down as he got near. He did not slow down soon enough and was unable to turn away in time to avoid collision. 

The bow of V1 collided with the port side of V2, causing minor fiberglass damage midship underneath the seat. Operator2 and V2 occupant were ejected into the water. 

Operator2 sustained a laceration to her left thigh and a fractured pelvis on her left side. Laceration above left knee treated by staples. Fractured pelvis on left side. Several days in hospital.

V2 occupant sustained a fractured left foot, treated with a temporary boot.


BARDID: FL-2021-0282
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-03-09 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 10:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: INDIAN RIVER
NearestCityorTown: OAK HILL
County: VOLUSIA
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
AccidentCause3: Navigation rules violation
DayofWeek: Tuesday
RedactedNarrative:
V-1 was at anchor just east of the ICW in the area of Channel Marker 14 near Oak Hill, FL engaged in fishing. At one point the captain of V-1 observed V-2 a sailing vessel under power traveling in a northerly direction.

As V-2 approached V-1, V-1’s captain saw the operator at or near the helm not looking forward. V-1 sounded his horn and yelled in an attempt to warn V-2. V-1 was unable to move his vessel in time and was broadsided by V-2’s bow in a glancing manner. As a result of the collision, V-1’s starboard side hull sustained structural damage at about midship both above and below the waterline both exterior and interior.

Both vessels returned to the area of the Riverbreeze Boat Ramp in Oak Hill, FL under their own power. There both exchanged information and V-2 continued on his voyage. V-1 pulled his vessel on to a trailer and reported crash at a later time.


BARDID: FL-2021-0283
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-04-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Indian River
NearestCityorTown: TITUSVILLE
County: BREVARD
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Improper lookout
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
V1, a jet ski was sitting idle in the water. V2 came up from behind V1 and side swiped the vessel causing injuries to the operator of V1's leg.

V1 operator was transported to the hospital for a broken leg but ended up with only bruising. 

V2 fled the area and was never located. ; Operator of V1 received bruising on right leg. He was transported to the hospital then released.


BARDID: FL-2021-0284
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-05-29 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:50:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: JUNIPER CREEK
NearestCityorTown: FT MCCOY
County: MARION
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Sharp turn
AccidentCause2: Restricted vision
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
On June 29, 2021 at approximately 1350 hours a vessel accident involving two vessels, occurred on Juniper Creek, Marion County, FL.. The accident was not reported immediately,  but three hours later. Investigators made initial contact with both operators by telephone. He learned no one was severely injured but there was property damage exceeding $2,000. 
V-1 was traveling west bound, upstream on Juniper Creek.V-2 was traveling east bound, downstream on Juniper Creek. V-1 was traveling in the middle of the creek as it approached a blind corner. V-2 rounded the corner on the right side of the creek. In attempt to avoid collision, V-1 and V-2 operators steered their vessels to their starboard side. However, V-2 was already as far to the shoreline that it could safely be and was struck by V-1. The port side of V-1’s bow collided with the port side of V-2’s stern. The impact ejected the operator and occupant of V-2 into the shallow water. 
No major injuries were reported. Additional information in detailed report. Victim as 34 weeks pregnant when the accident occurred. She broke her toe when she landed in the water as she was ejected from the vessel. The next day she went to the hospital to make sure her pregnancy was unaffected, which it was. Her toe was not addressed, as there isn't much that can be done for a broken toe.


BARDID: FL-2021-0285
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-05-31 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:17:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Eustis
NearestCityorTown: TAVARES
County: LAKE
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Person struck by propeller
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
See Incident Summary Report ISR072640 for further details.
	On Monday, May 31, 2021, at approximately 1300hrs Florida registered vessel was being operated by owner on Lake Eustis in Lake County, Florida. He had 7 passengers on board that were taking turns riding on the tube being pulled behind his vessel. The following information was gathered from interviews and statements form the parties involved.
	They launched from Ski Beach Boat Ramp on Lake Harris. They went to Lake Eustis because Lake Harris was too rough. They dropped a passenger off at Palm Gardens Marina as they made their way to Lake Eustis. Once on Lake Eustis they proceeded to the vicinity of Haynes Creek. Two siblings were riding on the tube when they both fell off. OP1 turned the boat around to pick them up. He first passed VICTIM and was pulling the tube to TUBER 1 so she could get back on. VICTIM stated he was not able to get on the tube from the water and had to use the boat to get onto the tube. He swam towards the vessel’s ladder at the rear of the vessel. As he swam by the running motor, his swim trunks became tangled in the prop and pulled him into the prop. The inside of his left thigh was lacerated by the turning prop.
	VICTIM gripped the ladder and climbed into the vessel. His mother heard him scream, saw the laceration and tied t-shirts around his wound. She then called 911. TUBER 1 returned to the vessel, pulled the tube in and deflated it.  OP1 drove the boat to Palm Gardens Marina where they met Lake County EMS.
	VICTIM was transported by Helicopter to Shands Hospital in Gainesville, Florida. His mother accompanied him. OP1 took the vessel back to Ski Beach where he met with FWC investigators and officers. After interviews and inspection of the vessel, all parties were released.
	VICTIM’s injury required stitches, but did not damage any arteries, veins or tendons. He is expected to make a full recovery.; VICTIM:Laceration to inside lefft thigh.


BARDID: FL-2021-0286
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-06-06 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: ICW
NearestCityorTown: NEW SMYRNA BEACH
County: VOLUSIA
WaterConditions: Rough
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Person departed vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by propeller
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel 1 was cruising in the ICW just South of North Causeway on the west side of the channel. Operator 1 jumped off the portside of Vessel 1 for a swim. Operator 2 took over the helm as OPERATOR 1 was swimming. Operator 2 maneuvered Vessel 1 in a "figure 8" pattern to pick up OPERATOR 1 from the water. As Operator 2 pulled alongside OPERATOR 1 to pick him up, OPERATOR 1 held onto the portside back corner. Operator 2 pulled back the throttle to what he believed was neutral. The throttle did not click into neutral. Rather, the throttle clicked into reverse. A second before OPERATOR 1 stepped onto the swim ladder, his wife realized the vessel was still moving in reverse and quickly pulled the throttle into neutral. At approximately 2:30 p.m., OPERATOR 1 stepped onto the swim ladder located on the portside transom of Vessel 1 to attempt to reenter Vessel 1. The propeller was still spinning. As OPERATOR 1 stepped his right foot onto the swim ladder, OPERATOR 1's swim trunks and his right leg got sucked into the propeller. Once OPERATOR 1 was pulled into Vessel 1, a tourniquet was applied. OPERATOR 1 was airlifted to Halifax Emergency Hospital with injuries to his right lower leg.
OPERATOR 1:Lacerations to right leg below knee. Torn tendons, torn hamstring, and torn small artery.


BARDID: FL-2021-0287
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-06-11 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:41:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Gulf of Mexico
NearestCityorTown: HUDSON
County: PASCO
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/swamping
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel grounding south of Aripeka Channel. V1, a 34 foot, blue and white Bayliner bearing Florida registration numbers (FL 5081 KE) was heading south from Hernando Beach channel. The owner/operator was OP1 and he was the only occupant on board. I called OP1 via cell phone because I was unable to get close to his vessel due to the waters being too shallow for my patrol vessel. Via a cell phone interview OP1 stated the following: 
1.	He is from out of state 
2.	He left Hernando Beach to head to Clearwater  
3.	OP1 is unfamiliar with the area and did not know how shallow the water was. 
4.	OP1 struck bottom. 
5.	His vessel began taking on water through the seal in the starboard rudder’s stuffing box
6.	OP1 was making way at approximately 10 miles per hour.  
	At approximately 1700 hours, I arrived on scene and both Hernando County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) and Pasco County Sheriff’s Office (PCSO) were both on scene as well. At approximately 1717 hours, Towboat U.S. arrived on scene and according to PCSO they advised that Towboat U.S. would be taking OP1 and his vessel back to Sterling Marina in Hernando Beach


BARDID: FL-2021-0288
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-06-19 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:41:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: GULF OF MEXICO
NearestCityorTown: FORT MYERS BEACH
County: LEE
WaterConditions: Rough
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fall in vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause2: Force of wake/wave
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator of V1 hit wave, impacted ski and fell off causing possible dislocated hip. According to OP1's verbal statement as relayed to me by Officers , OP1 was driving fast (approximately 25-30 miles per hour) when she unexpectedly hit a wave.  When she hit the wave, it sent the jet ski into the air and when she landed, the impact with the wave caused her to impact the jet ski and fall off on the port side.  She realized she was injured when she couldn't climb back onto the jet ski and felt a sharp pain in her hip.  She was rescued by one of the workers who pulled her up onto his jet ski and transported her back to shore where EMS was called.  OP1 was transported to Gulf Coast Hospital for a possible broken hip.

OP1 received treatment for her injury and was diagnosed with a fractured hip at Gulf Coast Hospital, Ft. Myers.; 

OP1:Subject was admitted to the hospital with fractured hip.


BARDID: FL-2021-0289
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-05-27 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:10:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: caloosahatchee river
NearestCityorTown: ALVA
County: LEE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Improper lookout
AccidentCause3: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Thursday
RedactedNarrative:
WHAT: Boating Accident 
 
WHEN: 05/27/2021 at approximately 1110 hours 
 
WHERE: Caloosahatchee River, north of Townson Canal
DETAILS: 
 On 5/28/21, I was notified by my Lieutenant of a boating accident that occurred on the Caloosahatchee River. The information in the email was provided by Lieutenant. Tow Boat U.S. owner contacted LT. and advised that a Yacht had run aground on the Caloosahatchee River on 5/27/21. 
SUMMARY: 
I contacted Tow Boat U.S. and he advised me he was actively trying to get the yacht back a float and would be taking it to River Forest Marina on the Caloosahatchee River. I observed several Tow Boat U.S. vessels towing the yacht and followed them to the Marina. Upon arriving at the marina, I made contact with the owner of the vessel.
I asked OWNER 1 what happed, and he advised that he gave the helm to his friend, later identified as OP1, While he walked below deck to retrieve sandwich meat. OWNER 1 advised me that he walked back up to the top deck to make sandwiches for OP1 and another occupant.  OWNER 1 advised me that as he was making a sandwich, he felt the vessel come to a sudden stop. OWNER 1 advised that upon the vessel stopping, he observed it to be on the bank of the Caloosahatchee River, in the bushes. OWNER 1 advised me that he sustained a small cut on his right leg from the vessel coming to a sudden stop. OWNER 1 advised the cut was not life threatening and was able to stop it bleeding using a bandage. I asked OWNER 1 how fast the vessel was traveling, and he advised between 15-20 MPH.  
While speaking with OWNER 1, he called OP1 on his personal cell. OWNER 1 provided me with his phone and I spoke with OP1.  I asked OP1 what happen and he advised that, OWNER 1 gave the helm to him while OWNER 1 walked below deck to make sandwiches. OP1 advised that OWNER 1 returned with lunch meat and began making sandwiches for him and passenger. OP1 advised he took his eyes off of the helm for a brief moment and the vessel then came to a sudden stop. OP1 advised he didn’t take his eyes off of the helm for very long and doesn’t know how the vessel ran aground.  
Upon speaking with OP1, I gave the phone back to OWNER 1. While the vessel was on the lift, the marina manager began inspecting it for damages. The marina manager advised that the vessel only appeared to sustain cosmetic damage. The marina manager advised to contact him later in the week  and he would provide me with an estimate for the damages.  
OP1 provided me with PASSENGER’s number. On 6/2/21 I contacted PASSENGER to inquire about the vessel accident that occurred on 5/27/21. I asked PASSENGER what happened, he advised that OWNER 1 was making a sandwich and OP1 was operating the vessel. PASSENGER advised that as OWNER 1 was making sandwiches, the vessel came to a sudden stop and was on the shore. PASSENGER advised he doesn’t know how the vessel ran aground. PASSENGER advised me they were cruising when the vessel ran aground. PASSENGER advised that OWNER 1 received a small cut on his right leg from the accident.  
On 6/16/21 the manager  for the Forest River Marina contacted me. The manger advised that the vessel received approximately $11,000 in damage.
  
VICTIM advised me he received a small cut on his right leg when the vessel came to a stop. Victim advised he utilized a bandage to fix the cut.


BARDID: FL-2021-0290
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-05-09 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: St.Augustine municipal marina
NearestCityorTown: ST. AUGUSTINE
County: SAINT JOHNS
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
V1-54 FT CABIN MOTORBOAT WAS LEAVING ITS SLIP AND WAS CAUGHT BY WIND AND CURRENT.V1 STRUCK V2 WITH ITS PORT BOW THEN REVERSED AND STRUCK V3 WITH ITS PORT MIDSHIP.


BARDID: FL-2021-0291
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-05-24 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 20:28:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: canaveral locks banana river
NearestCityorTown: CAPE CANAVERAL
County: BREVARD
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Grounding
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Engine
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
On May 24th, 2021, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) responded to a vessel accident located at the Canaveral locks, Cape Canaveral, Brevard County. 
Upon arriving I saw what appeared to be a 56 foot sailing vessel that had operated through, knocking down three power lines, lost power and ran aground. 
All subjects on board were uninjured and required no emergency medical services. 
Upon arriving on scene, Brevard County Sheriffs deputies had cleared the public, stopped traffic, contacted Florida Power and Light (FPL) shutting off the power, and contacted Tow Boat. 
Once on scene I saw the vessel, 
2011 – 56’ – white - Lagoon – Sailboat – 98’ mast 
Was ran aground just east of the Canaveral locks and just west of the 401 draw bridge, on the northern canal bank. 
I then spoke with Tow Boat and found the local chart maps state a max 82’ clearance below the 401 draw bridge and powerlines lying just west of the bridge, hanging over the canal. 
I then spoke with the owner and operator of the vessel, out of Arizona identified as, Operator 1. He told me he was operating through the Canal and under the bridge when he heard a loud noise, then his vessel lost power and he steered his vessel into the northern canal bank. Operator 1 did not realize he had hit powerlines with is vessel until after he ran aground and was told by Tow Boat. 
When asked, Operator 1 told me he did not check the tide charts before navigating through the Canaveral locks channel. He told me his charts stated he had 200 feet of clearance (on vessel GPS display it states 82 feet clearance), see attached photograph. Operator 1 told me he had driven this vessel through the Canaveral locks five years ago with no issues, and he can’t see why he had an issue this time. Operator 1 told me while operating through the canal his wife and crew mate were both below deck and he was alone behind the helm.


BARDID: FL-2021-0292
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-06-05 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 20:29:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Choctawhatchee Bay
NearestCityorTown: DESTIN
County: OKALOOSA
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/swamping
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
V1 was operating in Destin Florida when it struck a bridge piling. V1 sustained damages to the starboard pontoon creating a hole in the pontoon. The pontoon on V1 started to fill up with water and began to sink. V1 was guided safely to the dock.
On June 6th, 2021, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC), were on water patrol in Okaloosa County, Florida. We were hailed over channel 16 on the marine radio by the U.S. Coast Guard in reference to a boating accident in the Destin Harbor. 
Upon arrival Okaloosa County Sherriff’s Office was on scene with the vessel also and had the operator on the bow of their vessel arrested for BUI. Lieutenant boarded the OCSO’s vessel to speak with the operator. The operator told Lieutenant that he hit a bridge piling. 
A worker from LIVERY came to the vessel and towed it back their dock. Upon arrival at the livery’s dock, I observed that the starboard pontoon was crushed. When the occupants got off the vessel, water started pouring out of a hole in the pontoon. I interviewed all the occupants on the vessel, and they stated they do not remember hitting anything. All occupants stated they could swim, and nobody was wearing a life jacket.
I examined the pontoon and observed a hole on the front of the pontoon, most likely caused from hitting a fixed object. The owner of the rental company stated it would be about $2500 to fix the pontoon. 
Lieutenant and I went to the USCG station to interview OP1. When asked what happened at the time of the accident, OP1 stated “what accident”. OP1 also asked me if we had cameras because he does not know what I was talking about. When asked what happened to the pontoon on the boat, he shrugged his shoulders and stated, “I don’t know”. During the interview OP1 was very uncooperative.
OCSO stated they were waved down by a different vessel stating they seen OP1 strike the bridge piling on the Marler Bridge.
OP1 was arrested by OCSO for boating under the influence. OP1 Provided a B.A.C of 0.143.


BARDID: FL-2021-0293
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-05-23 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:54:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Atlantic Ocean
NearestCityorTown: MELBOURNE BEACH
County: BREVARD
WaterConditions: Very Rough
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Hazardous waters
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
On May 23rd, 2021 at approximately 1654 hours, a recreational vessel (23’ fiberglass V-hull) with six persons on board was hit by a cresting wave causing the vessel to roll ejecting all occupants and capsizing the vessel. At the time of the accident the vessel was towing two persons on a tube. This occurred on the Atlantic Ocean approximately ½ a mile north of the Sebastian Inlet in Melbourne Beach, Brevard County. The collision did not result in any injuries.


BARDID: FL-2021-0294
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-05-07 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 22:45:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: HALIFAX RIVER
NearestCityorTown: DAYTONA BEACH
County: VOLUSIA
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Navigation rules violation
AccidentCause3: Inadequate onboard navigation lights
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
On 5/14/21 at approximately 1615 hours I arrived at Halifax Yacht Club, located in Daytona Beach within Volusia County. An operator/owner of vessel reported he had been in a vessel accident on 5/7/21. I contacted owner/operator identified as OP1 and inspected the vessel involved. Vessel is a 17ft Pioneer open motorboat. 
Upon inspection the Pioneer had substantial damage to the starboard side, running from bow to stern (see photos). OPERATOR 1 stated he had been traveling north bound in the ICW when he was struck starboard side by an approximate 25ft sailing vessel under power. OPERATOR 1 stated the sailing vessel was headed southbound in channel. OPERATOR 1 also advised he was cruising at approximately 25 mph and had just made a slight turn away from the east channel marker to head north-west when he was struck by the sailing vessel. OPERATOR 1 noted that he had not observed any vessel prior to the collision and believed the sailing vessel to be operating on the wrong side of the channel without proper navigational lights. Directly after collision, OPERATOR 1 and other operator exchanged contact numbers. OPERATOR 1 advised the other operator that he was going to attempt to operate his vessel back to the dock and take himself to the hospital. OPERATOR 1 stated the other operator had no injuries and did not see much noticeable damage to the sailing vessel. (See attached report from OPERATOR 1). OPERATOR 1 returned to the dock without further incident and went to local hospital where he was treated and released. 
At this time multiple attempts from OPERATOR 1’s insurance company and myself have been made to contact other operator and vessel without results. OPERATOR 1 sustained contusions on thighs, arms and head. Was cleared and released from hospital same day.


BARDID: FL-2021-0295
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-06-13 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:25:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Halifax River, Ponce Inlet
NearestCityorTown: PONCE INLET
County: VOLUSIA
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Fair
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Excessive speed
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
V1 was traveling west inside of Ponce Inlet and ran aground on a sand bar causing an occupant (VICTIM) to be thrown to the deck of the boat.
On June 13, 2021, we were dispatched to a vessel grounding in the Ponce Inlet area.  New Smyrna Fire Rescue arrived as we were launching a patrol boat at Coast Guard Ponce Inlet.  Four firemen boarded our FWC patrol boat to assist with any injuries that might have occurred during the accident.  When we arrived at the sandbar south of the Ponce Inlet lighthouse, we observed a white vessel with a yellow stripe that was hard aground.  A few of the individuals on board were waving us over because an occupant was on the floor of the vessel complaining of back and neck pain.  When we arrived, we identified the captain of the vessel as OP1.  Onboard we found six females that had chartered the captained vessel for the day.  The injured party, VICTIM, was complaining of neck and hip injuries.  We placed VICTIM on a back board and moved her from the vessel to the patrol boat and transported her to CG Ponce.  EMS then transported her to the hospital.  At the hospital, they found no broken bones but believed she suffered a concussion and contusions to the right side of her face and head. 
 
On June 21, USCG and I, met with OP1, the captain of the vessel.  The CG officers told OP1 that he should have immediately contacted CG and told them about the accident.  This would have started the time clock for the drug and alcohol testing.  OP1 was issued a warning by CG for this violation and was given material to educate other operators of similar vessels.

OP1 also told us he was operating on a plane westbound in the Ponce Inlet area at approximately 20 MPH when he struck the sand bar.  Due to the sea's conditions and overcast conditions, he could not see the sandbar from the vessel.  While OP1 was aground, two other vessels were grounded on the same sand bar.  Due to the conditions, I am issuing OP1 a written warning for careless operation (Rule 6-Safe Speed). VICTIM: The doctors advised that VICTIM had suffered a concussion and had contusions to her right side of face and head. 


BARDID: FL-2021-0296
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-05-09 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: MOSQUITO LAGOON
NearestCityorTown: TITUSVILLE
County: BREVARD
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentCause1: Weather
AccidentCause2: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Engine
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
On 05/09/2021, at approximately 1807, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission was dispatched to reports of a small, overturned vessel in the Mosquito Lagoon, near Marker 30/32, Merritt Island Wildlife Refuge, Brevard County. After conducting a diligent search USFWL Officers were able to locate the vessel and make contact with the last registered owner who advised they had sold the boat. Officers assisted BCSO STAR locate the vessel and conduct a search by air for any occupants, while I canvassed Merritt Island Refuge boat ramp parking lots. I was able to locate the vessel operator in the parking lot and obtained pertinent information with regards to what led to the boat capsizing.
Subjects were heading back South to Haulover canal traveling between 5 MPH and 10 MPH (plowing) and traveling into the wind and waves when the engine became swamped, and the boat began to take waves. He stated then they tried to use the trolling motor, he advised that the boat continued to take waves, and while the boat was still neutrally buoyant, they were standing on the front of the boat when a wave came and caused the boat to overturn. They were boat wearing life vests at this time and a good Samaritan assisted them with getting back to Bairs Cove Boat Ramp leaving the vessel free floating near Channel Marker 30/32.


BARDID: FL-2021-0297
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-06-13 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: San Carlos Bay
NearestCityorTown: SANIBEL
County: LEE
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: Excessive speed
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
On June 13, 2021, at approximately 1430 hours, a vessel collision occurred between two personal watercraft (PWC). Vessel 1 (V1) has one occupant who was ejected upon impact, sustaining minor injuries and refusing treatment. Vessel 2 (V2) had two occupants that were both ejected and transported to the Hospital for injuries sustained during impact. V1 hit their bow along the port side of V2, causing it to ramp up.


V1 and V2 were both traveling in a South-East direction, headed towards the Island. V1 was to the left of V2 while they were traveling at a high rate of speed. The operator of V1 stated in their statement that he was attempting to pass V2 when V2 turned to their port side, crossing in front of V1. 

Impact:

V1 was unable to avoid the collision and collided with V2. The bow of V1 made initial contact with the port side of V2, ramping up and causing the hull of V1 to connect on a secondary impact with the foot well of V2. All occupants were ejected from both PWCs. V1 also made contact with both occupants of V2. 

Damage:

V1: The bow has a horizontal crack through the bow point, along the bond line. There are scratches and gouges that run the length of the keel from the tip of the bow, following underneath the PWC. There are chips in the fiberglass, leaving raw material exposed. 

V2: The are rub marks from V1 along the bow on the port side of the PWC, as well as red paint chips left behind from impact. The cover on the forward portion of the PWC on the port side has a crack along it as well. Along the port side there are two large cracks caused by crush damage from the underside of V1 along the outer wall of the foot well, causing a section to be forced inward towards the rest of the body. There are fractures in the fiberglass along the inside of the foot well. There is a large puncture hole on the port side where the bow of V1 impacted with V2, leaving behind red paint transfer and chips. Surrounding the hole is scratches and rub marks, as well as multiple cracks through the cover. The steering column has been snapped at the joint, laying towards the seat. Fiberglass from V1 is stuck between the seat cushion and the body of V2 from the hull of V1 where they impacted. 

Human factors:

- Operator inexperience and lack of knowledge. 
- Operating at high speeds in congested waters. 

Operator2’s injuries were to the right side of her jaw, and also her right knee. She was treated by EMS and taken to Lee Memorial Hospital.

Operator1’s injury appeared to be to his right thigh. I observed a large bruise form during the investigation, and he was icing his leg. When offered treatment from EMS and myself, he refused all. ; 

V2 occupant’s injuries were localized to the left side of her abdomen, a non-descript pain in her belly, and the left side of her ribs. She was treated by EMS and taken to Lee Memorial Hospital.


BARDID: FL-2021-0298
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-06-15 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 10:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Okeechobee
NearestCityorTown: INDIANTOWN
County: MARTIN
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with submerged object
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent3: Sinking
AccidentCause1: Hazardous waters
DayofWeek: Tuesday
RedactedNarrative:
On 06/15/2021 the vessel was being operated on Lake Okeechobee in Route 2 of the Okeechobee Waterway.   The vessel was approaching where Route 1 and Route 2 meet at Port Myacca Lock. The Vessel struck a fixed object underwater possibly due to low water conditions or being outside the marked channel in Lake Okeechobee.  The operator was aware of the collision, but did not know extent of damage.  The vessel continued through the Port Myacca Lock into the St. Lucie Canal.  Several miles later the vessel was overcome with water due to the damage from the collision with a fixed object.  The vessel sank in the Saint Lucie Canal.
While speaking with OP1 I asked him if he had ever operated a vessel this large before to which he said no.  I also asked him about the Okeechobee Waterway.  He said that he had looked online and figured that he could make it across since he drafted 4.5 feet.  A check of the US Army Corp Website for Okeechobee Waterway revealed that the lake level was 12.50 feet and the navigable depth for Route 1 was 6.44 feet in depth and 4.63 feet for Route 2.  I asked OP1 why he did not use Route 1 over Rout 2 to which he replied he thought about it due to saving gas, but Route 2 seemed better with the wind.  It Should also be noted that Route 2 when shallow is extremely dangerous outside of the channel makers due to large rocks.  Also, where Route 2 meet Route 1 it makes a series of turns to avoid large rocks, in the past many vessels abandon the channel due to meeting points of the two Routes being so close which causes many grounding's of vessel in this area.


BARDID: FL-2021-0299
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-06-21 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:40:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Cumberland Sound
NearestCityorTown: FERNANDINA BEACH
County: NASSAU
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fall in vessel
AccidentCause1: Weather
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
White male fell striking his head on charter boat while sailing. Laceration to head, was transport to hospital due to age for precautionary examinations. Injury did not need stitches.; Passenger’s injury was sustained by falling in the galley of the vessel due to the boat rolling left to right because of wind and wave conditions. Passenger lost his balance and fell striking his head. Superficial laceration was sustained and was transport to hospital for precautionary evaluation due to his age. No stitches were needed to close wound.


BARDID: FL-2021-0300
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-06-23 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Powell
NearestCityorTown: PANAMA CITY BEACH
County: BAY
WaterConditions: Rough
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person departed vessel
AccidentCause1: Hazardous waters
DayofWeek: Wednesday
RedactedNarrative:
V1 took a wave over the side and capsized.    V1 was attempting to travel East against the flow towards Lake Powell when he no longer had forward momentum.  The vessel turned in the current and a wave came over the starboard side causing flooding. OP1 jumped from the vessel after shutting off the engine.  After jumping from the vessel another wave capsized the vessel and it was taken thru the pass to the Gulf of Mexico.


BARDID: FL-2021-0301
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-06-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Intracoastal Waterway
NearestCityorTown: MANALAPAN
County: PALM BEACH
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Other
OtherAccidentEvent: Person struck by activity equi
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Navigation rules violation
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
On 06/05/21 at approximately 11:30am, I Officer with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) was dispatched to a boating accident that occurred the day before. The call came into the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office who contacted FWC to conduct a report. I called the original reporting party and set up a time to meet him at his residence.
	
	At approximately 1:00pm, I met up with subject1. He stated that he was on his Personal Watercraft (PWC) the day before at approximately 4:30pm with two other young female passengers. He stated that he passed “200ft” behind a vessel named “Lady K” out of Lantana Florida when a large hook and line trailing from the stern of the vessel came up out of the water and hooked into his upper right shoulder. Subject stated himself and his two passengers were dragged from the PWC, and he began to be dragged behind the “Lady K’. Subject began to yell for the vessel to “stop” and “cut the line”. At this time, the vessel stopped and cut the line. He stated that vessel did not attempt to render aid and “took off”. Subject provided me with a Sworn Written Statement. 
	
	On 06/14/21 I went to conduct interviews with the Captain and Crew of the “Lady K” at the time of the incident. I identified the Captain and First Mate. Both provided me with Sworn Written Statements with Miranda Rights. 

	The captain of the vessel stated the PWC was “25-30ft” off the back of the boat jumping wakes when the incident took place. He also stated that as soon as he noticed what had happened, he stopped and backed up the vessel so Subject (the PWC operator) could free himself from the line. Once free Operator2 stated Subject “pulled the line to him put it on wave runner and drove off to the south”. In the Captains Sworn Written Statement with Miranda rights and subsequent interview he states several times that he asked if “they were okay or need medical” during the incident. 

	The first mate of the vessel, Subject2 stated he was “scrubbing the deck when I heard a fishing reel go off, I look over and saw line going out while a jetski was crossing our wake”. When he realized the line was pulling the jetskiers off the PWC he “communicated w/captain to stop as I tried to communicate with the jetskiers”. Subject2 said he asked them several times if they “needed help” but could not hear a response. He did hear one response where the females on the PWC yelled he had a hook in his shoulder. Subject2 stated that he believed the hook was in his lifejacket, and when he asked to verify, he did not hear a response. During the interview Subject2 stated that once the male subject was free from the line and back on the jetski he “took off” away from them. Subject2 also stated that the PWC was the first vessel to leave the scene. 

	Both the Captain and first mate stated that a vessel by the name “Sea Mist” was in the area at the time of the incident. 

	On 06/16/21 I went to where the “Sea Mist” is moored in Boynton Beach. I was able to locate one subject who was on the vessel during the time of the incident who stated in his Sworn Written Statement that he saw the “Lady K’ assisting the PWC during the incident. 

	All parties involved were educated on the laws regarding the reporting of Boating Accidents per Florida State Statute. No criminal charges or citations were filed during my investigation.

The victim received lacerations to his neck. The hook was also embedded into his upper right shoulder and had to be surgically removed at the hospital.


BARDID: FL-2021-0302
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-05-29 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: ATLANTIC
NearestCityorTown: KEY LARGO
County: MONROE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fall in vessel
AccidentCause1: Weather
AccidentCause2: Force of wake/wave
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
On May 29, 2021 at approximately 1100hrs, OP1 was operating a 32ft Boston Whaler was traveling on plane towards Alligator Reef Oceanside of Key Largo, Monroe County Florida. V-1 hit a wave and victim tried to brace himself and doing so victim sustained a compound fracture to his wrist. Victim was transported to Mariners Hospital.

Victim explained to me in his verbal statement, he was in the front, and they hit a big wave and he came out of his seat, and he put his arms down to brace himself and when he came back down he snapped his arm; 


BARDID: FL-2021-0303
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-06-12 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:25:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Anclote River
NearestCityorTown: HOLIDAY
County: PASCO
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Force of wake/wave
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel accident at Anclote Boat Ramp no injuries. 
OP1 was making his approach to the ramp where his vessels trailer was already backed into the water.  As he approached the trailer, the strong current near the boat ramp caused OP1’s vessel to drift off the course away from his trailer. In an effort to correct himself OP1 turned his wheel to port and put his engine in reverse. This caused him to reverse into the starboard side of V2, a 24-foot, white center console vessel that was moored to the floating dock waiting for the trailer to be backed down the ramp. On board V2, were 2 occupants. According to them they stated they saw V1 approaching their vessel and attempted to push it away with their arms however, the vessel had too much momentum and the lower unit of the outboard on V1 punctured and left a hole in the starboard side of V2. No injuries were sustained as a result of this boating accident.


BARDID: FL-2021-0304
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-06-19 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:38:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: ICW
NearestCityorTown: HOLMES BEACH
County: MANATEE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel 1 was allegedly traveling south under the Manatee Avenue Bridge when it rotated to the starboard side and ramped Vessel 2s starboad side near the stern causing about $1,500 in damage to the PWC . An occupant on Vessel 2 was treated and released by EMS for discomfort in the right arm.

Vessel 1 left the scene prior to my arrival. Vessel 1 was later located and the operator denied striking Vessel 2.

All parties involved provided conflicting statements. Their lack of familiarity with waterway contributed to the crash. 

Victim: Soreness in right arm. Treated and released by EMS.


BARDID: FL-2021-0305
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-06-22 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: moon lake
NearestCityorTown: NEW PORT RICHEY
County: PASCO
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
DayofWeek: Tuesday
RedactedNarrative:
OP1 was operating a PWC on Moon Lake in Pasco County FL, OP1 launched off of another vessels wake and was ejected from the PWC when it landed back in the water. OP1 impacted the water causing injury to his right hip. OP1 was trasported to Bayonet Point Hospital.; OP1 suffered from a broken right hip.


BARDID: FL-2021-0306
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-06-23 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Fish Trap Bay
NearestCityorTown: BONITA SPRINGS
County: LEE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Wednesday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel 1 was operating on plane in a southerly direction inside a marked channel when it tried to maneuver out of the way of an overtaking vessel. Vessel 1 struck a channel marker on its port side hull as it was maneuvering out of the way of the overtaking vessel ejecting both its operator and occupant.


BARDID: FL-2021-0307
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-06-13 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 09:04:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: BISCAYNE BAY
NearestCityorTown: HOMESTEAD
County: MIAMI-DADE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Fire/explosion (fuel)
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Engine
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel 1 impacted vessel two. Vessel two was struck by vessel one as it lost power and slowed down. Vessel one failed to avoid collision and struck vessel two's engine with the port side as the vessel was turning to its starboard side. OP2 advised on his written statement that as he was traveling east, out of the Black Point channel, he observed a vessel following him too closely. OP2 said his engine gave him a warning light and lost power reducing the vessel’s speed. OP2 said he watched the vessel still following and screamed to get the operators attention. OP1’s vessel crashed into the rear portion of OP2’s vessel and the outboard burst into flames. OP2 said the striking vessel return.


BARDID: FL-2021-0308
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-06-05 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Banana River
NearestCityorTown: MERRITT ISLAND
County: BREVARD
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
AccidentEvent2: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
On June 5th, 2021, at approximately 1445 hours there was a two-vessel boating accident on the Indian River near the north side of the Hwy 528 bridge.  Vessel one’s (V1) operator was impaired and ran into the back of Vessel two (2), striking V2 on the stern portside causing damage.  V1 was a personal watercraft (PWC) with one operator.  V2 was ski style vessel with five occupants. The estimated damage to V1 is approximately $1500-2000. The estimated damage to V2 is approximately $500-1000. There were no reported injuries for either vessel.

At approximately 1445 hours, V1 was circling V2 on the north side of Hwy 528 bridge on the Indian River.  The operator of V1 fell off V1 and landed in the water.  V2 approached and attempted to assisted V1 operator back onto the V1.  V1 operator gained control of V1 and continued to operator the vessel in circles.  V1 came up behind V2 and struck V2 on the stern portside causing damage.


BARDID: FL-2021-0309
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-05-25 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: SANTA ROSA SOUND
NearestCityorTown: UNINCORPORATED
County: OKALOOSA
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Improper lookout
DayofWeek: Tuesday
RedactedNarrative:
On May 25, 2021, at approximately 1:00 PM, Vessel 1 (V1) a 25ft. Avalon & Tahoe Mfg. Inc. (Rental Pontoon Boat), Florida Registration FL4265SL (“8”), was being operated reportedly “several minutes” east of Navarre Family Watersports, in Santa Rosa Sound. While traveling East, at an estimated speed of 15 mph, the operator “looked down” to apply sunscreen on his leg, when he looked up a red channel marker was in front of the vessel. 

struck the fixed navigational aid. The impact caused the vessel to stop, forward momentum carried the occupants forward causing them to strike the interior bulkhead of the pontoon boat. 

Victim1 sustained injuries (abrasions) to his knees. Victim1 returned to Navarre Family Watersports and transported them to Baptist ER, in Navarre. 

Victim2 sustained a head injury from the impact. He was admitted to the emergency room for a head laceration where he received 4 staples to close the wound, he was later released.


BARDID: FL-2021-0310
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-06-19 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Grouper Creek
NearestCityorTown: KEY LARGO
County: MONROE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Sharp turn
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
PWC traversing through creek and turned to avoid an oncoming speedboat, colliding into the mangroves.
On Saturday, June 19, 2021 at approximately 2:00 pm, OP1 was operating a Florida registered personal watercraft south west through Grouper Creek, bay side of the 101 mile marker in Monroe County Florida.  He was traveling at about 30mph.  As OP1 approached a bend at the end of the creek, a vessel traveling north east (in the opposite direction ad OP1) rounded the bend at a high rate of speed.  OP1 turned to starboard to avoid collision with the vessel.  OP1 lost control of the PWC while crossing the oncoming vessel's wake and collided with the mangroves.  He was ejected off the PWC and into the mangroves. During the impact, OP1 was able to tuck down down behind the handlebars and avoid serious injuries to himself.    OP1 sustained some light abrasions and contusions to his lower right back/hip, his top right shoulder, and his low right shin.  The PWC has impact compression damage to the starboard side bow from impact with mangroves.  The handlebars appeared to have been bent up from OP1 colliding with the handlebars. 
	The oncoming  vessel did not stop, so there is no information on that vessel. Good Samaritans assisted OP1, pulled the PWC out of the mangroves, and towed him to the Caribbean Club boat ramp.  The good Samaritans left the scene before law enforcement arrived so no information on them can be provided.  I attempted to look for the scene of the accident but was unable to locate it. 
Injury:Light abrasions and contusions to lower right back/hip, top right shoulder, and low right shin.


BARDID: FL-2021-0311
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-07-02 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:14:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: LAKE SUSAN
NearestCityorTown: CLERMONT
County: LAKE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Skier mishap
AccidentCause1: Force of wake/wave
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
On 07/02/2021 at approximately 1245hrs FWC was dispatched to the water front park boat ramp at lake Minneola in reference to a subject injured with a jet ski. I arrived on-scene at approximately 1300hrs. Contact was made with the mother of the injured victim. Victim was also at the scene along with EMS who transported him to South Lake hospital in Clermont. I made contact with the operator of the jet ski. OP1 said he was pulling his brother VICTIM who was riding on a inflatable water tube when a wake hit the tube knocking VICTIM off into the water where he was injured from the impact with the water. Victim suffered a dislocated knee. VICTIM:THE ABOVE SUFFERED A DISLOCATED RIGHT KNEE.


BARDID: FL-2021-0312
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-05-28 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 10:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Port Antigua
NearestCityorTown: ISLAMORADA
County: MONROE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with submerged object
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
V1 was traveling outside the channel when the tide carried the port side of the vessel to RP’s dock causing the accident to occur
Once I arrived on scene, I was greeted by the reporting party. When asked by RP what happened, he explained to me that a sportfish type vessel with two individuals on board approached his dock and got tangled up with his mooring whip and his underwater light system. Per his witness statement, he explains how his cables for the underwater light got wrapped up with the vessel’s propellers, causing the electrical box to be removed off of his davits.    
When I spoke with the owner/operator of the vessel, later identified as OP1, he explains to me that the tide carried him to RP’s dock causing the accident to happen.


BARDID: FL-2021-0313
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-06-01 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:05:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Biscayne Bay Miami Beach
NearestCityorTown: MIAMI BEACH
County: MIAMI-DADE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/swamping
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Navigation rules violation
DayofWeek: Tuesday
RedactedNarrative:
On June 1st, 2021, at approximately 1520 hours, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) responded to a call from my dispatch in reference to a boating accident with no reported injuries involving two personal watercrafts (PWCs) near West Avenue in Miami Beach. I immediately responded to the scene. 
I arrived on scene at 450 Alton Road, Miami Beach, where the two PWCs involved in the accident were resting on a floating dock. Both PWCs involved were found to be rentals. 
I spoke with the operator of the struck PWC on scene. According to the operator of the struck PWC, OP1, he was in the process of making a U-turn at an approximate speed 3-5 miles per hour when the accident occurred. OP1 stated that the striking PWC struck the left side of his PWC and his person at an estimated speed of 40-50 miles per hour. OP1 sustained an abrasion on the left side of his back and a small cut on his right shin as a result of the collision. Mr. OP1 stated that the operator of the striking PWC did not check on him after the collision and did not try to render aid and left the scene.
I made contact with the operator of the striking PWC, OP2 via telephone on June 14th, 2021. Mr. OP2 stated that he was operating his PWC with a passenger seated behind him. OP2 stated both PWCs were going straight about 15 feet away from each other and OP1 looked to his right to look for OP2's PWC. OP2 stated that OP1 let off the throttle and turned left. OP2 stated that the waves pushed his PWC into the left side of OP1' PWC. Based on the severe damage to OP1' PWC, I did not believe OP2's account of what happened. I estimate that OP2 was travelling at least 20 miles per hour when he struck OP1' PWC. OP2 stated that after the collision he checked to see if OP1 was okay and then returned to the dock. 
Mr. OP1 did not request EMS and was not transported to a hospital on the day the accident occurred. I called Mr.OP1 on June 14th, 2021 to follow up with him about his injuries and he stated that he went to a doctor the day after the collision due to left shoulder pain and received x-rays. Mr. OP1 stated that the x-rays came back negative.  
An employee with LIVERY 1, stated that the striking operator struck the side of his customer's PWC (OP1' PWC) and then returned to the dock. Employee stated that his customer's PWC began to sink after the collision and he had to tow it back to the dock at which time he called law enforcement. 
I collected sworn written statements from employees of both PWC rental companies, and from the struck PWC operator. I took photos of both PWCs involved.
Based on my investigation I concluded that the operator of the striking PWC was operating in a careless manner, operating his PWC too close to the struck PWC and too fast not allowing himself the time and distance to avoid the collision with the struck PWC. I cited OP2 per Uniform Boating Citation for Careless Operation of a Vessel (F.S. 327.33(2)). 
Body camera footage was captured during the invesitgation of this boating accident. 
OP1 was struck on his left side by the striking vessel and sustained an abrasion on the left side of his back. Mr. OP1 also sustained a small cut and contusion on his right shin. Mr. OP1 did not request EMS and was not transported to a hospital for treatment.


BARDID: FL-2021-0314
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-06-11 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:06:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Biscayne Bay
NearestCityorTown: MIAMI
County: MIAMI-DADE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Person departed vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by propeller
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
VICTIM jumps off the back of a Vessel to retrieve a cooler lid and the operator of the vessel OP1 that VICTIM jumped off backed up and ran him over. Operator arrested for BUI; VICTIM had a deep laceration to the left ankle that required multiple surgeries to fix.


BARDID: FL-2021-0315
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-06-15 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:54:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Atlantic Ocean
NearestCityorTown: ISLAMORADA
County: MONROE
WaterConditions: Rough
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Tuesday
RedactedNarrative:
On June 16th, 2021 in the area of Long Key Oceanside, V1 had capsized due to operator inattention of water being in the vessel. 
When asked by OPERATOR 1 exactly what happened, per his witness statement he advised: Upon surfacing from a dive he noticed little amount of water near the stern of the vessel. He loaded all the dive gear onto the vessel and noticed more water in it. He advised how he tried to utilize the bilge, but the bilge was unable to keep up with the amount of water on board. He explained how the vessel then began to capsize. Two occupants and OPERATOR 1 were unable to obtain their lifejackets in time. Per Witness 1’s witness statement she realizes her cell phone was in a dry bag attached to the vessel. She dove underneath the vessel to retrieve her cell phone to call for help. She explains that approximately 30 minutes later, help arrived.


BARDID: FL-2021-0317
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-06-05 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: ICW
NearestCityorTown: WEST PALM BEACH
County: PALM BEACH
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
DayofWeek: Wednesday
RedactedNarrative:
On June 5th, 2021, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission responded to an accident reported by Sailfish Marina Resort in Palm Beach Shores, FL. The incident involved two vessels. While attempting to dock for fuel Vessel 2's canvas bimini-top frame made contact with Vessel 1's  bow pulpit. while Vessel 1 was stationary and secured to the same dock.


BARDID: FL-2021-0318
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-06-27 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 10:45:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Gulf of Mexico
NearestCityorTown: SANIBEL
County: LEE
WaterConditions: Very Rough
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person departed vessel
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
AccidentCause2: Weather
AccidentCause3: Operator inexperience
MachineryFailure: Engine
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
On June 27, 2021, at approximately 1045 hours, a vessel capsized inthe Gulf of Mexico, approximately 10 miles from Boca Grande. The two subjects on board were not injured and were able to grab PFDs before going in the water. A Good Samaritan was able to witness the event and pick the two up while. USCG was notified via VHF and FWC heard the exchange, starting a response. 

OP1 informed me that the two were fishing approximately 10 miles offshore in the Gulf of Mexico when they decided to head back to shore as the water and wind conditions were getting worse. When asked if they were at anchor, he said no. He went on to explain that they were trolling for fish while slowly making their way back when he looked at the stern of the vessel and saw that there was water filling up quickly. He attempted to put the vessel on plane to help get rid of the water, but was unable to as the motor made an unusual sound and cut off. He tried two more times to turn it on but then ran out of time as the water filled up quickly, only giving him to call out for help and grab the PFDs before jumping overboard. Passenger left the vessel first. 

OP1 climbed on top of the hull and waved his arms at a vessel that he could see close by, and they came to their aid, stating that they saw the whole incident happen. 

Environmental Factors:

- Heavy wind conditions
- Rough water conditions

Human Factors:
- Operator inexperience; only owned the vessel for 6 months. 

OP1 is unsure if the vessel had an equipment malfunction, causing the flooding, or if there is a crack in the structure. Through my investigation, I did not find any evidence of a leak such as cracking or breaks in the wood or fiberglass. It is unknown what initially caused the water intake at this time.


BARDID: FL-2021-0319
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-06-25 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 22:15:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Saint Joe Bay
NearestCityorTown: PORT ST. JOE
County: GULF
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Poor
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Missing or inadequate navigation aids
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel 1 was heading South into Saint Joe Bay at less than 10 knots forward speed.  The vessel's port side impacted with an unlighted Range C Marker.  The collision caused significant damage (greater than $2,000) to the vessel's upper shroud, mast, and lower spreader arm.


BARDID: FL-2021-0320
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-06-25 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 10:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Gulf of Mexico
NearestCityorTown: FORT MYERS BEACH
County: LEE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by vessel
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel 1 and vessel 2 were operating on plane in a PWC tour group in a north easterly direction inside a pass right before a bridge. Vessel 1 came down and became stationary before the bridge. Vessel 2 did not stop and struck vessel 1's stern at 15-20 knots causing the bow of vessel 2 to ride up and strike the victim (occupant of vessel 1) in her lower back. Vessel 2 then rolled off vessel 1 causing both operator and occupant of vessel 2 to become ejected into the water. Victim was admitted to Health Park Hospital with a bruised lower back.


BARDID: FL-2021-0322
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-07-02 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:41:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: atlantic
NearestCityorTown: FERNANDINA BEACH
County: NASSAU
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Fair
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/swamping
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel was moored off of Cumberland Island when a storm approached the area. Vessel pulled anchor and headed east outside of the Inlet and then turned 90 degrees south directly over the SOuth Jetties off of Ft. Clinch.

Vessel started taking on water and subject headed towards Ft. Clinch to beach his vessel so it would not sink.
I asked OP1 what happened and he stated he and his family were moored off of Cumberland when a storm started approaching. In an attempt to get away from the storm, he pulled his anchor and headed east out of the Inlet. He stated he then took a turn to the South once he thought he was passed the jetties. He stated as he was heading South he saw a dark spot in the water and stated he thought it was a sea turtle. It was at this time that he struck the jetty rocks and realized he did not head far enough East before turning South. He stated shortly after he noticed water filling up into the vessel. He  stated he made a mayday call out to Coast Guard and they advised him to beach the vessel, to which he did. The vessel was beached about a half a mile south of the Ft. Clinch jetties.


BARDID: FL-2021-0323
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-05-22 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:30:00
CoordinatesConfidence: C
NameOfBodyOfWater: CHOCTAWHATCHEE BAY
NearestCityorTown: DESTIN
County: OKALOOSA
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Synopsis
On 5/22/2021 at approximately 1430 hours, two subjects were riding on a Yamaha wave runner Personal Watercraft (PWC) that they rented from Xtreme H2O Watersports earlier. They were operating the PWC North of Crab Island near Green Marker 17 in Choctawhatchee Bay. While making a turn at slow speed the occupants of the PWC fell into the water. 

Operator spent several minutes attempting to assist Occupant back onto the PWC without success. Both occupants were wearing type III personal flotation devices during this incident. Additional family members boating nearby arrived to assist and Occupant was recovered on another vessel. 

Operator then attempted to re-board the PWC. He struggled for several additional minutes which led to exhaustion, and he lost consciousness. Family members attempted to keep his head above the water and called 911. Okaloosa Sheriff’s deputies responded by water and started CPR and evacuated him to Coast Guard Station Destin. Upon arrival at Coast Guard Station Destin, Fire/EMS personnel took over CPR. He did not recover and was pronounced deceased with approval from Dr. at Destin Hospital Emergency room.  No injuries observed. heart attack with secondary of drowning


BARDID: FL-2021-0324
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-07-05 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 09:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Atlantic Ocean
NearestCityorTown: VERO BEACH
County: INDIAN RIVER
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/swamping
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Engine
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
On July 5th, 2021 at approximately 0930 hours, a recreational vessel (20’ fiberglass V-hull) with one person on board became aground and swamped after experiencing an engine failure due to a entangled propellor. This occurred on the Atlantic Ocean approximately ½ a mile south of the Sebastian Inlet in Vero Beach, Indian River County. The collision did not result in any injuries.
OP1 stated, 
•	He was fishing off the beach.
•	Loose fishing lines in the water entangled the propeller killing the motor. 
•	Could not get them undone before vessel became grounded on the beach.


BARDID: FL-2021-0325
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-04-06 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:25:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Smokehouse Bay
NearestCityorTown: Marco Island
County: COLLIER
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (non-fuel)
AccidentCause1: Other
OtherAccidentCause: Passenger/skier behavior
DayofWeek: Tuesday
RedactedNarrative:
ON 4/6/21 AT 1127 HOURS I WAS DISPATCHED IN REFERENCE TO A VESSEL FIRE. UPON ARRIVAL, THE FIRE DEPARTMENT WAS ON THE VESSEL CHECKING OUT THE FIRE WHICH HAD ALREADY BEEN PUT OUT BY A FRIEND OF THE BOAT OWNER, USING THE ONBOARD FIRE EXTINGUISHER AND HOSE. RP WAS WORKING IN THE BATTERY COMPARTMENT NEXT TO THE STEERING WHEEL AND SALON AREA. A ONE GALLON CAN OF KLEAN STRIP LACQUER THINNER SITTING ABOVE THE AREA FELL INTO THE BATTERY COMPARTMENT AND BLEW UP. THIS CAUSED THE OTHER BATTERIES TO BURN AS WELL. RP SAW WHAT HAPPENED AND PUT OUT THE FIRE WITH THE ONBOARD FIRE EXTINGUISHER THEN PROCEEDED TO USE THE HOSE. RP INHALED SOME SMOKE AND WAS CHECKED OUT BY EMS.


BARDID: FL-2021-0326
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-03-19 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: ICW
NearestCityorTown: NAPLES
County: COLLIER
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with commercial vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
VESSEL 2 WAS AT ANCHOR NEAR MARKER 46 IN THE SOUTHWEST FLORIDA INTRACOASTAL WATERWAY ADJACENT TO ROOKERY BAR. VESSEL 1 APPROACHED TO ASK DIRECTIONS AND DRIFTED TOO CLOSE TO VESSEL 2. ATTEMPTING TO REVERSE AWAY, VESSEL 1 COLLIDED WITH VESSEL 2 RESULTING IN HULL DAMAGE TO VESSEL 2. VESSEL 1 WAS NOT DAMAGED.


BARDID: FL-2021-0327
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-03-07 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 10:42:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: ATLANTIC OCEAN
NearestCityorTown: DANIA BEACH
County: BROWARD
WaterConditions: Rough
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentCause1: Weather
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
OPERATOR ADVISED THEY WERE MOORED TO A REEF ANCHOR MOORING BALL WHEN WAVES BEGAN BREAKING INTO THE VESSEL. OPERATOR UNCANCHORED FROM MOORING BALL WHEN WAVES BEGAN BREAKING OVER TRANSOM INTO VESSEL FILLING THE VESSEL CAUSING THE VESSEL TO LIST AND CAPSIZE.


BARDID: FL-2021-0328
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-04-17 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:35:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: BISCAYNE BAY
NearestCityorTown: SUNNY ISLES
County: MIAMI-DADE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Person departed vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by propeller
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
I ASKED OP1 IF HE INDEED HAD A CAPTAINS LICENSE AND HE SAID "YES". THE COAST GUARD BOARDING TEAM DID A COAST GUARD CAPTAINS LICENSE CHECK AND TOLD ME THAT THERE WAS NO LICENSE IN OP1 NAME. I ASKED HIM AGAIN AND HE TOLD ME HE HAS NO CAPTAINS LICENSE. I ASKED IF THE INSURANCE PAPERWORK WAS ON THE VESSEL TO DO VESSEL CHARTERS FOR THE PAYING CUSTOMERS ON THE VESSEL AND HE SAID "NO".
A COPY OF THE CHARTER CONTRACT WAS FURNISHED. I SPOKE TO THE FEMALE OCCUPANT. SHE SAID SHE WAS TOLD BY A FRIEND ON INSTAGRAM ABOUT BEING ABLE TO AQUIRE A VESSEL AND CAPTAIN AND SHE WAS GIVEN A PHONE NUMBER TO A PERSON, WHO INTURN CONTACTED OP1 WHO SHE PAID FOR SAID CHARTER SERVICES. 
I RESPONDED TO THE AVENTURA HOSPITAL TRAUMA UNIT. I MADE CONTACT WITH VICTIM THE OCCUPANT THAT WAS STRUCK BY THE PROPPELLERS OF THE VESSEL IN QUESTION. VICTIM WAS CONSCIOUS AND ALERT WHEN I WENT TO GO INTERVIEW HIM. I ASKED VICTIM WHAT HAPPENED AND HE TOLD ME THAT HE WAS IN THE WATER AND WAS SUCKED UNDERNEATH INTO THE PROPPELLERS, AT WHICH TIME HE SCREAMED AND PEOPLE HELPED HIM ONTO THE SWIM PLATFORM. 
I ASKED VICTIM IF HE HAD BEEN DRINKING ANY ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES AND HE TOLD ME "YES" A FEW.
I MADE CONTACT WITH THE EMERGENCY ROOM STAFF AND THEY ADVISED ME THAT VICTIM INJURIES WERE LACERATIONS TO BOTH LEGS AT THE KNEES AND UPPER RIGHT THIGH AND A POSSIBLE DISLOCATED KNEE CAP.
THE STAFF ADVISED ME THAT HE WOULD BE ADMITTED TO THE HOSPITAL.
THE OPERATOR OF THE VESSEL (WHY KNOT) WILL BE CITED FOR THE ACCIDENT. 
(1) CITATION- CARELESS, WITH INATTENTION TO PATRONS ON BOARD PRIOR TO MOVING THE VESSEL.
(2) CITATION- FLORIDA REGISTRATION DECAL ATTACHED TO THE WRONG SIDE OF THE VESSEL.
THE UNITED STATES COAST GUARD INVESTIGATION UNIT RESPONDED TO HANDLE THE FEDERAL ASPECTS FO THE EVENT. SEE COAST GUARD REPORTS ATTACHED. 
I MADE CONTACT WITH OP1 ON 4/20/2021 AT 11:05 AM. I INQUIRED ABOUT THE INSURANCE ON THE VESSEL IN QUESTION OR IF HE KNEW OF ANY INSURANCE ON THE VESSEL AND HE TOLD ME "NO" AGAIN, THERE IS NO INSURANCE ON THE VESSEL.
STATEMENTS WERE TAKEN FROM THE BELOW LISTED WITNESSE'S.
THE PERSON WHO CHARTERED THE VESSEL 
OCCUPANT WHO WITNESSED THE INCIDENT 
MIAMI DADE OCEAN RESCUE, WHO WITNESSED THE INCIDENT. 
FAST RESPONSE VESSEL TOW/ALSO RESPONDED TO THE VESSEL WITH OCEAN RESCUE
CAPT OF THE (WHY KNOT) 
CREW MEMBER OF THE (WHY KNOT) 
VICTIM:propeller cuts, lacerations to legs


BARDID: FL-2021-0329
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-04-23 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: GULF OF MEXICO
NearestCityorTown: MARCO ISLAND
County: COLLIER
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
TWO SUBJECTS WERE OPERATING ONE RENTAL PWC IN FRONT OF THE MARRIOTT ABOUT 1/2 MILE WEST OF THE MARCO BEACH. THE OPERATER MADE A SLIGHT LEFT TURN UNDER NORMAL OPERATION AND ROLLED THE VESSEL. WHILE IN THE ROLL THE OCCUPANT OF THE PWC WAS STRUCK BY AN UNKOWN OBJECT IN THE NOSE AND POSSIBLY SUFFERED A BROKEN NOSE. THE OPERATOR BELIEVES SHE WAS STRUCK BY ONE OF THE OPERATORS BODY PARTS BUT CAN'T BE SURE.


BARDID: FL-2021-0330
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-04-27 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: PINE ISLAND SOUND
County: LEE
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Grounding
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentCause2: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Steering
DayofWeek: Tuesday
RedactedNarrative:
MARINE UNIT DEPUTIES RESPONDED TO CHINO ISLAND IN REFERENCE TO A PAST OCCURED VESSEL CRASH. DEPUTIES LOCATED A KEY WEST CENTER CONSOLE (FL1549SP) WEDGED IN THE MANGROVES, WITH SIGNIFICANT DAMAGE TO THE BOW AND PORT SIDE OF THE VESSEL. CONTACT WAS LATER MADE WITH THE OWNER AND OPERATOR OF THE VESSEL WHO STATED HE LOST HIS STEERING AND CRASHED INTO THE MANGROVES.


BARDID: FL-2021-0331
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-04-11 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: BISCAYNE BAY
NearestCityorTown: HOMESTEAD
County: MIAMI-DADE
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Fair
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person departed vessel
AccidentCause1: Weather
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
VESSEL 1 WAS RETURNING TO BLACK POINT MARINA DURING A RAINSTORM. VESSEL 1 WAS TRAVELING WESTBOUND APPROXIMATELY 1/4 MILE FROM THE BLACK POINT MARINA CHANNEL, AT WHICH POINT THE VESSEL TOOK A WAVE OVER THE BOW AND BEGAN TO TAKE ON WATER AND ULTIMATELY CAPSIZED. A GOOD SAMARITAN PICKED UP BOTH PERSONS AND RETURNED THEM TO BLACK POINT MARINA.

NEITHER PASSENGER SUSTAINED INJURIES, BUT OCCUPANT WAS TAKEN BY OP1 TO BAPTIST HOSPITAL TO BE EVALUATED AFTER SWALLOWING SEA WATER. 

THE VESSEL WAS SUBSEQUENTLY SALVAGED BY TOW BOAT U.S. AND TAKEN TO HOMESTEAD BAYFRONT MARINA, WHERE IT WAS RETURNED TO OP1. OP1 LOADED THE VESSEL ON HIS TRAILER AND REMOVED IT FROM THE WATER.


BARDID: FL-2021-0332
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-04-18 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: IC CANAL
NearestCityorTown: HOLLYWOOD
County: BROWARD
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
I WAS AT DOCK ASLEEP DOWNSTAIRS AND WAS AWOKEN BY A THUD. I WENT ON DECK TO FIND THE OTHER VESSEL HAD BURIED ITSELF UNDER MY TRAMPOLINE AND DAMAGED THE STARBORARD HULL.


BARDID: FL-2021-0333
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-05-11 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: LAKE OKEECHOBEE
NearestCityorTown: OKEECHOBEE
County: GLADES
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with submerged object
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Tuesday
RedactedNarrative:
WAS DRIVING SLOWLY LOOKING FOR AIRBOAT TRAIL. DURING A TURN DID NOT SEE WILLow TREE. TREE WENT UNDER LEFT SIDE OF BOAT CAUSING THE BOAT TO TIP ONTO ITS SIDE.


BARDID: FL-2021-0334
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-05-14 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: DEAD RIVER
NearestCityorTown: TAVARES
County: LAKE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
V-1 WAS DOCKED IN A SLIP AT PALM GARDENS RESTAURANT AND MARINA. V-2 WHILE LAUNCHING AND LEAVING DOCK ACCELERATED, QUICKLY HIT V-1 AND DOCK. V-2 THEN DID IT A SECOND TIME.


BARDID: FL-2021-0335
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-05-16 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: BOCA CIEGA BAY
NearestCityorTown: GULFPORT
County: PINELLAS
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentCause1: Hull failure
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
I RESPONDED TO CIEGA BAY FOR A CAPSIZED 2005 11FT CAROLINA SKIFF NEAR MARKER 34. CONTACT WAS MADE WITH THE OCCUPANTS WHO STATED WHILE AT ANCHOR THEIR VESSEL BEGAN FILLING UP WITH WATER. ALL PASSENGERS WERE PICKED UP BY A PASSING VESSEL. GULFPORT MARINE OFFICER WAS ON SCENE AND TRANSPORTED ALL SUBJECTS TO GULFPORT MARINA. TOWBOAT U.S RESPONDED AND TOWED THE VESSEL TO GULPORT MARINA FOR SAFEKEEPING. NO INJURIES WERE REPORTED.


BARDID: FL-2021-0336
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-04-17 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:40:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: BISCAYNE BAY
NearestCityorTown: MIAMI
County: MIAMI-DADE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
V-1 ALLIDED WITH V-2. V-2 WAS DOCKED. COAST GUARD AND POLICE WERE ESCORTING VESSEL 1 TO DOCK WHEN THE INCIDENT OCCURED. COAST GUARD PLANNED TO REPORT THE INCIDENT AND TOOK A SIGNED STATEMENT FROM ME AS THE CAPTAIN.


BARDID: FL-2021-0338
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-06-05 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:43:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: CLEARWATER PASS
NearestCityorTown: CLEARWATER
County: PINELLAS
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
ON SATURDAY, JUNE 5, 2021 AT APPROX 1423 HRS APPROX .1 MILES WEST OF THE WEST ENTRANCE OF CLEARWATER PASS THE TWO ABOVE WAVE RUNNERS WERE RENTED FROM WAVE RUNNERS. THE TWO OPERATORS COMPLETED THEIR SAFETY TEST. THEY WERE BOTH WEARING LIFEJACKETS. THEY BOTH STATED THAT THEY COULD NOT SWIM. THEY BOTH STATED THEY WERE UNSURE EXACTLY WHAT HAPPENED HOWEVER V1 CRASHED INTO THE RIGHT REAR OF V2. NEITHER PARTY WAS INJURED. BOTH PARTIES RETURN THE WAVE RUNNERS TO THE RENTAL COMPANY.


BARDID: FL-2021-0339
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-05-21 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:13:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: ICW
NearestCityorTown: REDINGTON BEACH
County: PINELLAS
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause3: Weather
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
V1 WAS TRAVELING NORTH BOUND IN THE ICW CHANNEL NEAR MARKER "22" AT APPROX 18 MPH. V1 CONDUCTED A WIDE U-TURN INSIDE THE CHANNEL TO PROCEED BACK SOUTH BOUND. AS V1 CHANGED DIRECTIONS, THEY WERE HEADED ON A COLLISION COURSE WITH CHANNEL MARKER "21". V1 STRUCK CHANNEL MARKER 21 HEAD ON AND THE OPERATOR AND PASSANGER OF THE VESSEL WERE EJECTED INTO THE WATER. BOTH THE OPERATOR AND THE PASSANGER HAD MAJOR INJURIES AND WERE TRANSPORTED TO BAYFRONT HOSPITAL FOR FURTHER CARE. V1 HAD CATASTROPHIC DAMAGE AND WAS TOWED VIA TRI-J TOWING. CHANNEL MARKER "21" DID NOT HAVE ANY DAMAGE. THE LIVERY RESPONSIBLE FOR THE VESSEL WAS NOTIFIED. THE OPERATOR OF V1 STATED OPERATOR INEXPERIENCE AND POOR WEATHER WERE A FACTOR IN THE COLLISION. BOTH PASSANGERS ARE EXPECTED TO MAKE A FULL RECOVERY. The operator had multiple small lacerations on his face, hands, arms and legs from striking Marker "21" and hanging onto the object until rescue arrived.  The operator also had a large contusion on his right arm and small fracture on his left wrist and  one fractured rib. The operator is expected to make a full recovery and was discharged from the  hospital the same day of the accident.The female passanger collided with the operator of the V1 before being ejected into the water. The passanger had a total of 12 fractured ribs. The passanger is expected to make a full recovery but was admitted to Bayfront Hospital for further care.


BARDID: FL-2021-0340
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-06-26 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: GORDON RIVER
NearestCityorTown: NAPLES
County: COLLIER
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Storm
Visibility: Fair
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Force of wake/wave
AccidentCause3: Weather
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
ON 6/26/2021 AT APPROX 16:00, I RESPONDED TO 465 BAYFRONT PLACE IN NAPLES REGARDING DAMAGE DUE TO AN EXCESSIVE WAKE. UPON ARRIVAL, I MET WITH RPs. RPs STATED DURING A THUNDERSTORM EARLIER IN THE AFTERNOON, A VESSEL ACCELERATED IN THE GORDON RIVER FRONTING THE AREA WHERE THEIR VESSELS ARE DOCKED WHICH IS POSTED SLOW SPEED/MINIMUM WAKE. THE VESSELS REPORTEDLY CREATED A LARGE WAKE WHICH VIOLENTLY ROCKED THE DOCKS AND ATTACHED VESSELS. DAMAGE TO AT LEAST FIVE VESSELS AS WELL AS THE DOCKS THEMSELVES RESULTED.

RPs IDENTIFIED THE OFFENDING VESSEL AS A NORTECH POWERBOAT EQUIPPED WITH FOUR MERCURY 450 OUTBOARDS AND BEARING THE NAME "RAISE YOUR GLASS". I AM FAMILIAR WITH THAT VESSEL AND LOCATED ITS OWNER. OP1 STATED HE HAD, INDEED, ACCELERATED IN THE GORDON RIVER BECAUSE HE WAS CONCERNED FOR THE SAFETY OF HIS PASSENGERS DURING A LIGHTNING STORM. HE FURTHER STATED HE WAITED UNTIL HE WAS SUFFICIENTLY BEYOND THE DOCK AREA WHERE HE FELT IT WAS SAFE TO DO SO BEFORE ACCELERATING.


BARDID: FL-2021-0341
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-05-29 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 21:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: CRANDON PARK MARINA
NearestCityorTown: KEY BISCAYNE
County: MIAMI-DADE
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Self reported accident, was not filled out by complainant, vessel hit a channel marker going into the marina


BARDID: FL-2021-0342
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-06-18 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:32:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: BISCAYNE BAY
NearestCityorTown: MIAMI
County: MIAMI-DADE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with governmental vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
WHILE IN THE PERFORMANCE OF HIS DUTIES OPERATOR OF VESSEL 1 (MARKED POLICE VESSEL) STOPPED VESSEL 2 FOR A SPEED VIOLATION IN A MARKED AREA. WHILE ADVISING THE OPERATOR OF THE AREA RESTRICTION VESSEL 2 BEGAN TO TURN TOWARDS VESSEL 1 MOTORS AT WHICH TIME OPERATOR OF VESSEL 2 ADVISED ME HE PLACED THE VESSEL IN REVERSE CAUSING THE VESSEL TO TURN. VESSEL 2 PORT SIDE BOW THEN STRUCK THE PORT SIDE MOTOR OF VESSEL 1 DAMAGING THE COWLING AND INSIDE AIR INTAKE.


BARDID: FL-2021-0343
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-07-22 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:23:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: BOYNTON INLET
NearestCityorTown: BOYNTON BEACH, FL
County: PALM BEACH
WaterConditions: Rough
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause2: Force of wake/wave
DayofWeek: Thursday
RedactedNarrative:
V1 WAS TRAVELING WEST IN THE BOYNTON INLET CANAL TOWARDS THE INTRACOSTAL WATERWAY. AS ANOTHER VESSEL WAS PASSING, THE WAKE OF THE VESSEL CAUSED OPV1 TO LOOSE CONTROL OF V1 CAUSING THE FRONT OF V1 TO HIT THE NORTH SEAWALL. OPV1 AND P2 WERE EJECTED FROM V1.


BARDID: FL-2021-0344
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-07-09 00:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: BISCAYNE BAY
NearestCityorTown: miami
County: MIAMI-DADE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Unknown
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
THE TWO OPERATORS WERE RECKLESSLY DRIVING IN CIRCLES TOO CLOSE TO EACH OTHER BEFORE THE MOMENT OF IMPACT.


BARDID: FL-2021-0345
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-07-31 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:07:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: CLEARWATER PASS
NearestCityorTown: CLEARWATER
County: PINELLAS
WaterConditions: Rough
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Sinking
AccidentCause1: Hull failure
AccidentCause2: Equipment failure
EquipmentFailure: Auxiliary
OtherEquipmentFailure: Bilge pump
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
ON SATURDAY, JULY 31, 2021, AT 1707 HRS IN THE GULF OF MEXICO NEAR THE SAND KEY JETTY LOCATED AT 1060 GULF BLVD. V1 CAPSIZED AND SANK NEXT TO THE JETTY.

THE OPERATOR TOLD ME THE FOLLOWING:

THE OPERATOR AND HIS THREE FRIENDS WERE IN THE VESSEL APPROXIMATELY 15 MILES WEST OF CLEARWATER. THEY WERE FISHING IN THE GULF OF MEXICO. THEY NOTICED THE VESSEL WAS TAKING ON WATER FOR AN UNKNOWN REASON. THE BILGE PUMP WAS NOT OPERATING. THEY STARTED DRIVING BACK TOWARDS THE SHORE. AS THEY WERE APPROACHING SAND KEY THE VESSEL TOOK ON TOO MUCH WATER AND CAPSIZED. THE VESSEL SANK AGAINST THE WEST END OF THE ROCK JETTY OF SAND KEY.

ALL OCCUPANTS WERE ABLE TO ESCAPE AND GET TO LAND SAFELY.
FRIENDS OF THE OPERATOR WHO HAD BOATS WERE ABLE TO REMOVE THE VESSEL FROM THE WATER. NO FURTHER INFORMATION.


BARDID: FL-2021-0346
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-05-22 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 20:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Haulover Inlet
NearestCityorTown: MIAMI
County: MIAMI-DADE
WaterConditions: Calm
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent3: Sinking
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Congested waters
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
A large yacht approximately 77ft ran into and sank a 19ft vessel with 13 minors on board. Everyone was recovered with no injuries.

When I arrived on shore, I began identifying all the minors that were on V2 when it was struck. I identified 13 minors from the vessel with no injuries. The owner/operator was identified as a OP2. OP2 stated that he was operating V2 when V1 collided with him on the port side. He stated his vessel immediately took on water and sank. V1 stopped and assisted with getting everyone out of the water. V1 was operated by a OP1. OP1 provided a statement  that said he did not see V2 until it was to late and the collision occurred. 

The juveniles were all returned to their parents or guardians, and we cleared the scene. At the time of this report, this investigation is complete.


BARDID: FL-2021-0347
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-07-24 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:11:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: ST. JOHNS RIVER
NearestCityorTown: GREENCOVE SPRINGS
County: CLAY
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Sinking
AccidentCause1: Weather
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
OPERATOR OF VESSEL #1 WAS RETURNING TO SHORE DUE TO ROUGH SEA STATE. OPERATOR OF VESSEL #1 PROVIDED A SWORN WRITTEN STATEMENT AS TO THE FOLLOWING EVENT. OPERATOR OF VESSEL #1 SAID " I WAS COMING BACK TO SHORE BECAUSE IT WAS TOO ROUGH, WAVES WENT INTO THE BACK OF THE BOAT & STARTED TO SINK & THE BOAT CAPSIZED, AND BASICALLY SUNK THE BOAT."


BARDID: FL-2021-0348
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-08-21 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:45:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: ATLANTIC OCEAN
NearestCityorTown: POMPANO BEACH
County: BROWARD
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
ON AUGUST 23, 2021, AT 1040 HOURS, I RESPONDED TO NORTH BROWARD HOSPITAL IN REFERENCE TO A BOATING CRASH THAT OCCURRED ON AUGUST 21, 2021.
UPON ARRIVAL, I MADE CONTACT WITH THE OPERATOR OF VESSEL #1, OP1. OP1 ADVISED THAT HE WAS ON A RENTED PWC STOPPED ABOUT 1/4 MILE OFFSHORE FROM AMERICAN WATER SPORTS IN THE ATLANTIC OCEAN WHEN HE WAS STRUCK BY A BOAT. OP1 DESCRIBED A WHITE VESSEL WITH AN ARCHED TOP BETWEEN 17 TO 21 FEET IN LENGTH, OCCUPIED BY THREE OR FOUR PEOPLE WITH THE OPERATOR BEING A WHITE MALE.
OP1 ADVISED THAT THE BOAT THAT STRUCK HIM CONTINUED SOUTHBOUND AND NEVER STOPPED TO RENDER AID OR PROVIDE ANY INFORMATION.
OP1 SUFFERED FROM SEVERAL BROKEN BONES IN HIS RIGHT LEG ALONG WITH SEVERAL BROKEN RIBS ON HIS RIGHT SIDE.
I ALSO MADE CONTACT WITH WITNESS 1 WHO ADVISED THAT HE WAS ON ANOTHER RENTED PWC IN THE VICINITY OF OP1 WHEN THE BOAT STRUCK HIM. HOWEVER, HE ADVISED THAT HE DID NOT SEE THE COLLISION BUT DID SEE THE ABOVE HIT AND RUN BOAT LEAVING THE SCENE SOUTHBOUND.
OP1 WAS TOWED BACK TO SHORE WHERE HE WAS TRANSPORTED TO THE HOSPITAL.
THE DAMAGE TO THE PWC WERE ESTIMATED TO BE APPROXIMATELY $2500.00-FIBERGLASS DAMAGE TO BOW, STARBOARD SIDE MIRROR AND REAR SPONSON, ENGINE MOUNTS AND FUEL TANK STRAPS BROKE ON IMPACT. IT WAS RECOVERED BY AMERICAN WATER SPORTS.
THIS CASE IS PENDING INACTIVE UNTIL FURTHER LEADS ARE DISCOVERED.


BARDID: FL-2021-0349
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-08-18 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:06:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: DANIA BEACH CUT OFF CANAL
NearestCityorTown: DANIA BEACH
County: BROWARD
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (fuel)
AccidentCause1: Ignition of spilled fuel or vapor
DayofWeek: Wednesday
RedactedNarrative:
ON AUGUST 18, 2021, AT APPROXIMATELY 1535 I RESPONDED IN REFERENCE TO A BOATING ACCIDENT.
VESSEL #1 AND VESSEL #2 WERE FACING WESTBOUND AND MOORED ON THEIR PORTSIDE TO THE DOCK. VESSEL #1 WAS MOORED BEHIND VESSEL #2. BOTH VESSELS ARE SAILING CATAMARANS WITH AUXILIARY POWER.
VESSEL #1 WAS OCCUPIED BY WORKER 1 WHO WAS CLEANING THE INTERIOR PORTSIDE HULL WITH ACETONE, AND WORKER 2 WHO WAS UTILIZING A SOLDERING IRON IN THE INTERIOR STARBOARD SIDE HULL. AT SOME POINT IN TIME VAPORS IGNITED AND AN EXPLOSION AND FIRE OCCURRED. WORKER 1 AND WORKER 2 WERE ABLE TO MAKE IT OUT OF VESSEL #1 UNDER THEIR OWN POWER. VESSEL #1'S FIRE IGNITED ITS FURLING MAST WHICH FELL OVER AND LANDED ON VESSEL #2. VESSEL #2 IGNITED ON FIRE SHORTLY AFTER.
BOTH VESSELS BROKE FREE FROM THEIR MOORING AND VESSEL #1 DRIFTED NORTH INTO THE MIDDLE OF THE CHANNEL WHERE IT LATER SUNK. VESSEL #2 DRIFTED WEST ALONG THE DOCKS AND ITS FIRE WAS EXTINGUISHED BY BSO FIRE RESCUE.
BOTH VESSELS WERE DAMAGED BEYOND REPAIR. VESSELS #1 WAS VALUED AT $1,500,000 AND VESSEL #2 WAS VALUED AT $850,000. THE COMPANY JUST CATAMARANS HAD CARE AND CUSTODY OF BOTH VESSELS FOR REPAIR WORK.
WORKER 1 AND WORKER 2 WERE TRANSPORTED TO BROWARD GENERAL HOSPITAL FOR BURN INJURIES. WORKER 1 SUFFERED INJURIES TO THE INSIDE OF BOTH LEGS FROM HIS ANKLES TO HIS CROUCH. WORKER 2 SUFFERED AN INJURY TO HIS RIGHT HAND. BOTH WERE TREATED AND RELEASED FROM THE HOSPITAL.

TOWBOAT US TOOK OVER SALVAGING RIGHTS TO BOTH VESSELS.


BARDID: FL-2021-0350
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-08-08 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 10:43:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: ICW
NearestCityorTown: RIVIERA BEACH
County: PALM BEACH
WaterConditions: Choppy
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fall in vessel
AccidentCause1: Congested waters
AccidentCause2: Force of wake/wave
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
ON 8/8/2021 AT APPROXIMATLEY 10:43 HOURS VESSEL 1 A 2020 COBIA CC BEARING FL REGISTRATION # FL8663 SP WAS TRAVELING WEST IN THE ICW CHANNEL ON THE SOUTH SIDE OF PEANUT ISLAND AT 6500 PEANUT ISLAND ROAD. WHILE CRUSING VESSEL 1 CROSSED 2 SMALL BOAT WAKES THAT WERE CAUSED BY NUMEROUS VESSELS PASSING IN CONGESTED WATERS OF THE ICW. 
WHILE CROSSING THE WAKES, PASSENGER 1 WAS KNEELING ON THE FRONT BENCH TOWARDS THE BOW WITH HIS HANDS ON THE TOP DECK OF THE BOW AREA FACING FORWARD. WHILE CROSSING THE WAKES, VICTIM'S HANDS SLIPPED ON THE BOW DECK CAUSING HIS FACE AND MOUTH AREA TO HIT ON THE DECK OF THE BOAT. THE SLIP CAUSED INJURY TO HIS FRONT TEETH AND LOWER LIP AREA. VICTIM WAS TRANSPORTED TO ST. MARY'S HOSPITAL WITH NON-LIFE THREATENING INJURIES.


BARDID: FL-2021-0351
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-08-20 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:56:00
CoordinatesConfidence: NC
NameOfBodyOfWater: LAKE ISLEWORTH
NearestCityorTown: WINDERMERE
County: ORANGE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
VICTIM WAS NOT WEARING A PFD WHILE HE WAS OPERATING A PWC ON LAKE ISLEWORTH IN ORANGE COUNTY. VICTIM MADE A 360 DEGREE TURN AND FELL OFF THE SKI. THE LANYARD WAS NOT ATTACHED TO VICTIM AS IT IDLED AWAY IN CIRCLES. VICTIM COULD NOT SWIM. HE SANK BELOW THE WATER BEFORE THE WITNESSES IN ANOTHER VESSEL COULD RESCUE HIM.


BARDID: FL-2021-0352
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-08-23 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: SMOKEHOUSE BAY
NearestCityorTown: MARCO ISLAND
County: COLLIER
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
AccidentCause1: Sudden medical condition
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
WHEN THE VESSEL MADE CONTACT WITH THE SEAWALL THE OPERATOR HEAD/FACE MADE CONTACT WITH THE HELM/CONSOLE. HE SUFFERED FACIAL LACERATIONS TO HIS LIP AND CHEEK. AT THE HOSPITAL HE WAS ALSO TREATED FOR DEHYDRATION WHICH HAD CAUSED HIM TO BECOME CONFUSED AND DISORIENTED WHILE DRIVING THE VESSEL.
ON MONDAY AUGUST 23, 2021, AT 1540 HOURS, WE WERE DISPATCHED TO MARCO ISLAND, FL FOR THE REPORT OF A BOATING ACCIDENT. WHEN WE ARRIVED ON SCENE THE VESSEL OPERATOR IDENTIFIED AS OP1 WAS BEING TREATED BY FIRE/EMS FOR FACIAL ABRASIONS AND AN UNKNOWN MEDICAL CONDITION. THE WITNESS WHO COMPLETED A SWORN STATEMENT DESCRIBED HOW HE SAW THE VESSEL PASS BY HIS DOCK WHILE HE WAS FISHING AND IT APPEARED THE VESSEL OPERATOR WAS UNCONSCIOUS. THE VESSEL THEN PASSED BY WITNESS AND MADE CONTACT WITH A CONCRETE SEA WALL. AFTER THE VESSEL MADE CONTACT WITH THE SEA WALL THE OPERATOR BECAME ALERT AND WAS ABLE TO DOCK.
I COMPLETED AN INSPECTION OF THE SEA WALL AND THERE WAS NO DAMAGE TO THE WALL. THE BLUE COLOR GEL COAT WAS VISABLE ON THE CONCRETE WALL. THE VESSEL HAD VISIBLE DAMAGE TO THE STARBOARD BOW, PORT BOW, AND PORT MIDSHIP.
DURING A FOLLOW-UP INVESTIGATION ON TUESDAY AUGUST 24, 2021, I MET WITH THE OPERTATOR OF THE VESSEL. HE HAD BEEN RELEASED FROM THE HOSPITAL FOR DEHYDRATION. HE HAD LITTLE RECOLLECTION OF THE EVENTS LEADING UP TO THE ACCIDENT. I TOOK PHOTOS OF THE VESSEL AND THE SEAWALL TO DOCUMENT THE DAMAGE.


BARDID: FL-2021-0353
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-09-18 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:56:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: ICW
NearestCityorTown: BOCA RATON
County: PALM BEACH
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentCause1: Navigation rules violation
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
ON 9/18/21 AT 1556 HRS, V1 & V2 WERE CRUISING, SEPARATELY, AT SPEED AND ON PLANE, NORTHBOUND IN THE INTRACOASTAL WATERWAY (ICW) BETWEEN JEFFREY STREET AND DOVER STREET.
V1 WAS TRAVELING IN A STRAIGHT PATH, LEFT OF THE CENTER OF THE ICW AFTER HAVE PASSED THE JEFFREY STREET BEND, APPROXIMATELY 100 FEET OR LESS FROM THE SEA WALL. V2, JUST AFTER THE BEND, CROSSED THE ICW, PER A VIDEO, FROM THE EAST SIDE, OVER THE WAKE OF A THIRD NORTHBOUND BOAT CRUISING AT ABOUT 8 KNOTS, TOWARD THE WEST SIDE. V2 ALSO CROSSED THE WAKE OF V1, BEFORE TURNING BACK TO A MORE NORTHERLY COURSE. THIS COULD BE SEEN IN THE WAKE TRAILS LEFT BEHIND IN THE WATER. AS THE BOATS CONTINUED, V2 ATTEMPTED TO OVERTAKE V1 ON THE PORT SIDE. V2 WAS OPERATING FASTER THAN V1. ACCORDING TO OP1, V2 WAS, “ SPEEDING AROUND 45 KNOTS.”
OP2 STATED HE WAS GETTING READY TO PULL INTO THE CANAL HIS HOME IS LOCATED ON (APPROXIMATELY 2/3’S OF A MILE NORTH); HIS REASON FOR THE CHANGE TO THE WEST SIDE OF THE ICW. OP1 STATED HE WAS HEADING TO HIS CANAL. BOTH BOATS WERE IN CLOSE PROXIMITY TO ONE-ANOTHER ONCE V2 CROSSED THE ICW, TURNED NORTH AND JUDGING BY THE WAKE LINES IN THE WATER GAINED A POSITION TO THE REAR OF V1. OP2 STATED HE WAS OPERATING AT A SPEED AROUND 30 OR 35 MPH.
V1 WAS NORTHEAST, DIAGANOLLY, A SHORT DISTANCE FROM V2’S STARBOARD BOW WHEN OP1 BEGAN A TURN TO PORT TO PULL INTO THE CANAL AND PROCEED TO HIS HOME DOCK. OP1 STATED HE HAPPENED TO LOOK OVER HIS LEFT SHOULDER, SEEING THE BOW OF V2, HE IMMEDIATELY TURNED THE HELM TO STARBOARD (RIGHT) TO AVOID BEING RUN OVER. THE COLLISION WAS NARROWLY AVOIDED. OP2 STATED HE WAS STANDING BEHIND THE HELM, WITH A HAND ON THE THROTTLES, WHILE OPERATING AND SAW THE CHANGE IN DIRECTION OF V1 AND THE POSSIBLE IMPENDING COLLISION AND TURNED TO THE PORT (LEFT). THERE WAS LITTLE DISTANCE TO THE WEST (LEFT) OF THE BOATS, LESS THAN 100 FEET TO THE SEA WALL, LEAVING VERY LITTLE ROOM TO SAFELY MANEUVER. ONCE OP2 TURNED, V2 WAS HEADED IN A DIRECT LINE WITH THE SEAWALL. V2 COLLIDED WITH THE THIRD PILING IN FROM THE ICW ON AN ANGLE.
WOODEN PILING SCARRING AND BOAT LIFT CROSS MEMBER BENT (UNABLE TO DETERMINE IF FURTHER DAMAGE TO LIFT OCCURRED) SEA WALL NEEDS INSPECTION.


BARDID: FL-2021-0354
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-09-25 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:40:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: BISCAYNE BAY
NearestCityorTown: MIAMI
County: MIAMI-DADE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Grounding
AccidentCause1: Equipment failure
EquipmentFailure: Auxiliary
OtherEquipmentFailure: Bilge pump
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
VESSEL 1 WAS UNDERWAY NORTHBOUND THROUGH BEAR CUT WHEN IT SUDDENLY BEGAN TO TAKE ON WATER. THE VESSEL OPERATOR WAS ABLE TO NAVAGATE TO THE SHORE LINE AND BEACH THE VESSEL. THE VESSEL PARTIALLY SUBMERGED. UPON INSPECTION OF THE VESSEL, THE OPERATOR DISCOVERED THE BILGE PUMP HOSE TO THE THRU HULL CAME LOOSE.


BARDID: FL-2021-0355
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-09-25 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:08:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: LAKE SHEEN
NearestCityorTown: WINDERMERE
County: ORANGE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Sharp turn
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
A PWC WITH TWO OCCUPANTS WAS TRAVELLING SOUTHBOUND ON LAKE SHEEN WHEN THEY TOOK AN ABRUPT EASTBOUND TURN, CAUSING BOTH TO BE THROWN FROM THE SKI. THE OPERATOR WAS UNINJURED BUT THE PASSENGER SUFFERED SEVERE CHEST PAIN (LATER FOUND TO BE A COLLAPSED LUNG AND BROKEN RIBS). PASSENGER WAS TRANSPORTED TO THE HOSPITAL FOR TREATMENT.


BARDID: FL-2021-0356
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-06-10 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 20:33:00
CoordinatesConfidence: C
NameOfBodyOfWater: LAKE DOWN
NearestCityorTown: WINDERMERE
County: ORANGE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
DayofWeek: Thursday
RedactedNarrative:
BOTH OCCUPANTS OF VESSEL 1 WERE EJECTED FROM THE PWC DURING A TURN. NEITHER OCCUPANT WAS WEARING A PFD. THE PASSENGER OCCUPANT WENT UNDER WATER AFTER A SHORT STRUGGLE TO STAY AFLOAT AND DID NOT RESURFACE.


BARDID: FL-2021-0357
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-09-11 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 00:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: BROADWAY CHANNEL
NearestCityorTown: BONITA SPRINGS
County: LEE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
V1 MOORED TO PORT SIDE DOCK AS DIRECTED BY ATTENDANT. V2 ARRIVED FOR FUEL AND FORWARD SPEED TOO HIGH. RIGHT FRONT PONTOON HIT DOCK PILING AND REERED TO THE RIGHT HITTING LEFT REAR OF MOORED VEHICLE V1, DAMAGING ALUM PANEL AND HORIZ RAIL.


BARDID: FL-2021-0358
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-10-02 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 20:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: INTRACOASTAL WATERWAY
NearestCityorTown: REDINGTON BEACH
County: PINELLAS
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
VESSEL 1 WAS OPERATING AT NIGHT AND LOST SIGHT OF THE CHANNEL. THE VESSEL DID NOT SLOW DOWN AND RAN HARD AGROUND INTO NEARBY MANGROVES. NO INJURIES ON SCENE. THE OPERATOR/OWNER OF THE VESSEL WAS ARRESTED FOR BUI.


BARDID: FL-2021-0359
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-10-13 00:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: HILLSBOROUGH RIVER
NearestCityorTown: TAMPA
County: HILLSBOROUGH
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Wednesday
RedactedNarrative:
V2 STRUCK V1 WHEN IT WAS BEING DOCKED. NO BODILY HARM OCCURED BUT VESSEL WAS DAMAGED. ACCIDENT WAS DUE TO A LACK OF EXPERIENCE BY THE OPERATOR OF V2.

I was DOCKED W/ MY ENGINE SHUT OFF, UNLOADING FROM MY JETSKI WHEN I WAS STRUCK ON THE RIGHT SIDE BY (V2). THE ACCIDENT RESULTED IN NO BODILY HARM, BUT DID CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE JETSKI'S. Operator2 HAD ADMITTED TO FAULT AND AGREES TO PAY FOR DAMAGES BY SIGNING THIS REPORT HE HAS AGREED TO PAY FOR ALL REPAIRS.


BARDID: FL-2021-0360
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-11-03 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 10:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: apalachee bay
NearestCityorTown: CRAWFORDVILLE
County: WAKULLA
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentCause1: Improper anchoring
DayofWeek: Wednesday
RedactedNarrative:
On 11/3/21 around 1030 hours approximately 1.5 miles south of Shell Point in Wakulla County OP1 was anchoring his 15 foot Mako when the anchor line became fouled in the propeller. While OP1 was attempting to remove the anchor line from the propeller the vessel turned with its stern facing the waves and began taking on water from the stern. The vessel became unstable and then capsized. OP1 stayed with the capsized vessel and approximately 3 hours later OP1 was located by good Samaritans and transported to Shell Point boat ramp. OP1 was the only occupant of the vessel and was uninjured. OP1's vessel was recovered by Sea Tow and removed from the water.


BARDID: FL-2021-0361
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-10-23 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Roberts Bay
NearestCityorTown: SARASOTA
County: SARASOTA
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Navigation rules violation
AccidentCause3: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
V1 was cruising north bound along ICW.  V1 made a sudden turn to its starboard side and made contact with V2 that was cruising parallel to V1.

V1 makes a sudden turn to its right (starboard) side and into the path of V2. (V1) stated that he checked the side mirrors then made the turn. (V2) seeing the course change of V1, increases speed and turns to the right (starboard).  V1 makes contact with the left (port) rear side of V2.  OP1 is thrown from V1, but is uninjured and is able to get back on his vessel. Both vessels go into the Siesta Key Watersports docking area just east of the incident location.


BARDID: FL-2021-0362
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-10-31 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:53:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: jamaica canal
NearestCityorTown: boca raton
County: PALM BEACH
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (fuel)
AccidentEvent2: Person departed vessel
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Fuel
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
V1 LEFT THE DOCK HEADING EAST TOWARD THE ICW WITH AN OUTGOING TIDE. JUST AS THE VESSEL ENTERED THE ICW, THE OPERATOR ADVISED HE HEARD A POP IIN THE CABIIN AREA. IMMEDIATELY THE OP TURNED THE VESSEL BACK INTO THE CANAL TO RETURN TO HIS DOCK.  FLAMES AND HEAVY SMOKE CAME FROM THE CABIN AREA AND ALL FOUR OCCUPANTS OF THE VESSEL JUMPED INTO THE WATER AND SWAM TO SAFETY. THE VESSEL FLOATED WHERE THE FD RESPONDED TO PUT THE FIRE OUT. V1 FLAMES CAUSED DAMAGE TO 3 OTHER VESSELS IN THE VICINITY, V1 BURNED TO THE WATER LINE.


BARDID: FL-2021-0363
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-10-01 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 09:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: atlantic ocean
NearestCityorTown: lighthouse point
County: BROWARD
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with submerged object
AccidentCause1: Restricted vision
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
cruising in open water at roughly 35-40 mph and ran over what seems to be a pallet slightly submerged under the water. Was able to swerve to the right slightly and only port engine made contact. port engine lower unit was damaged and inoperable after collision


BARDID: FL-2021-0364
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-02-28 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 21:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: ICW
NearestCityorTown: TEQUESTA
County: PALM BEACH
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with floating object
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Missing or inadequate navigation aids
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
V1 TRAVELING SOUTH IN ICW AT 10 MPH STRUCK A METAL BALL AND RUBBER BALL FENDER THAT WERE ANCHORED IN THE CHANNEL SOUTH OF MARKER 56 NORTH OF JUPITER INLET AND 1/4 MILE SOUTH OF MARTIN/PALM BEACH COUNTY LINE. V1 OPERATOR REPORTS THE RIGHT PROP IS BENT BEYOND REPAIR, NO OTHER DAMAGE. METAL BALL FLOAT IS PART OF DREDGING OPERATIONS IN THE AREA. NO INJURIES.


BARDID: FL-2021-0365
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-03-15 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:45:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: MARCO RIVER
NearestCityorTown: MARCO ISLAND
County: COLLIER
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Collision with fixed object
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
ON 03/15/2021 AT 1145 HOURS I WAS DISPATCHED TO 705 EAST ELKCAM CIRCLE IN REFERENCE TO A VESSEL ACCIDENT AT THE GAS DOCKS OF WALKERS MARINA. UP ON ARRIVAL I MET WITH ALL PARTIES INVOLVED IN THE TWO VESSEL CRASH. 
VESSEL(1) OWNER STATED HE WAS IN THE BACK OF HIS BOAT (30 FOOT LIGHT BLUE COBIA) UNTYING IT TO PUSH AWAY FROM THE DOCK. IT WAS AT THIS HIS PASSENGER LEANED FORWARD FROM THE PASSENGER SEAT AND PLACED HIS HAND ON THE THROTTLES AND ACCIDENTLY PUSHED THEM FORWARD (FLY BY WIRE THROTTLE CONNECTIONS, NO CABLES) AND CAUSED THE VESSEL TO GO FORWARD AT A POWERFUL RATE SMASHING INTO VESSEL 2. VESSEL 1 WENT UP AND OVER VESSEL 2 VEERING RIGHT SQUISHING THE COWLING AND POSSIBLE OTHER INTERNAL DAMAGE OF VESSEL 2'S YAMAHA 115 OUTBOARD MOTOR. THE VESSEL KEPT GOING AND ROLLED OFF THE STARBOARD SIDE STERN AREA CAUSING FIBERGLASS DAMAGE AND RUBRAIL DAMAGE AND RUINING THE DIVE LADDER. 
I SPOKE WITH THE PASSENGER OF VESSEL 1 AND HE CONCURRED WITHT THE DISCRIPTION OF THE CRASH THAT OP1 GAVE.
I WENT TO SPEAK WITH THE OWNER AND OPERATOR OF VESSEL 2 AND HIS STATEMENT WAS THAT HE WAS TIED TO THE DOCK IN FRONT OF VESSEL 1 FUELING UP HIS BOAT WHEN HE HEARD THE MOTORS POWER UP AND COME STRAIGHT AT HIM. HE JUMPED OUT OF THE WAY AS THE BOAT VEERED OFF HIS STARBOARD SIDE. 
THE THREE PASSENGERS IN VESSEL 2 AND LOCATIONS ARE AS FOLLOWS, PAX 1 WAS SITTING ON THE SEAT STARBOARD SIDE BEHIND CONSOLE, PAX 2 WAS SEATED STARBOARD BOW SECTION AND PAX 3 WAS PORT BOW SECTION. ALL AGREED WITH DRIVER 1'S STATEMENT. 
DRIVER 1 OF VESSEL 1 IS AT FAULT FOR CARELESS OPERATION BY ALLOWING AN INEXPERIENCED PERSON AROUND A RUNNING VESSEL WHILE THE CAPTAIN STEPPED AWAY FROM THE STEERING STATION WITH THE MOTORS RUNNING.


BARDID: FL-2021-0366
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-04-25 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: LAKE BOCA NORTH
NearestCityorTown: BOCA RATON
County: PALM BEACH
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentCause2: Improper anchoring
AccidentCause3: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
VESSEL 1 IS ANCHORED IN MOORING AREA NORTH OF LAKE BOCA. VESSEL 2 IS PASSING THROUGH MOORING AREA. VESSEL 2 IMPROPERLY ANCHORS WHILE IN SPEED. RETRACTS ANCHOR IMPROPERLY ATTACHED TO A 3RD ANCHORED VESSEL. VESSEL 2 PROPELS MOTOR FORWARD TO DISLODGE ANCHOR. VESSEL 2 ANCHOR PULLS VESSEL 3 FORWARD INTO VESSEL 1. DAMAGE IS ON STERN, STARBOARD & PORTSIDE OF VESSEL 1.


BARDID: FL-2021-0367
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-05-15 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Gulf of Mexico
NearestCityorTown: ANNA MARIA
County: MANATEE
WaterConditions: Rough
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper anchoring
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
V1 and V2 were anchored near Passage Key National Wildlife Refuge. Weather conditions were windy and the water was choppy in the area. Anchor of V1 struck starboard bow of V2 causing damage to hull.


BARDID: FL-2021-0368
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-05-01 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:23:00
CoordinatesConfidence: NC
NameOfBodyOfWater: ST JOSEPH SOUND
NearestCityorTown: DUNEDIN
County: PINELLAS
WaterConditions: Calm
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Congested waters
AccidentCause3: Excessive speed
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
V1 WAS UNDERWAY TRAVELING SOUTH TO NORTH IN THE ST JOSEPH SOUND, OUTSIDE OF THE MARKED CHANNEL, TO THE SOUTHEAST OF CHANNEL MARKER 16. V2 WAS UNDERWAY TRAVELING WEST TO EAST IN THE MARKED CHANNEL AT 30MPH, WHICH RUNS PARRALLEL TO 62 CAUSEWAY BLVD. V1 WAS TRAVELING AT A HIGH RATE OF SPEED WITH A NON CONSTANT BEARING TOWARDS THE AFT OF V2. V2 OPERATOR SAW V1 AND BELIEVED HE WAS GOING TO CUT THROUGHT THE CHANNEL AFT OF HIS STERN.
V2 OPERATOR REDIRECTED HIS ATTENTION TO HIS PORT SIDE TO NAVIGATE HEAVY BOAT TRAFFIC TRAVELING IN THE OPPOSITE DIRECTION. V2 DID ATTEMPT A QUICK EVASIVE MOVEMENT TO THE PORT SIDE IN ATTEMPT TO AVOID A COLLISION WITH V1, HOWEVER DUE TO CONGESTED WATERS, WAS UNABLE TO EVADE ANY FURHTER. V1 DID STRIKE V2 AFT OF THE MIDLINE, DIRECTLY IN FRONT OF THE STERN. OPERATOR OF V1 WAS EJECTED INTO THE WATER AND HAD MAJOR BODILY INURY AT THE TIME OF THE ACCIDENT. V1 OPERATOR WAS TRANSPORTED TO MEASE DUNEDIN HOSPITAL AND LATER TO ST JOSEPHS HOSPITAL WHERE HE WAS DECLARED DECEASED ON MAY 2, 2021. 
V2 OPERATOR AND PASSENGERS DID NOT HAVE ANY INJURIES. V1 HAD MAJOR FRONT END DAMAGE, V2 HAD MINOR DAMAGE. BOTH VESSELS WERE IMPOUNDED FOR EVIDENCE VIA CLEARWATER TOWING. 
THE VICTIM WENT INTO CARDIAC ARREST ON SCENE, BUT WAS LATER STABLIZED AT THE HOSPITAL. THE VICTIM HAD DILATED/FIXED PUPILS, A SWOLLEN RIGHT KNEE AND LOWER LEG, A HEMATOMA ON THE BUTTOCK AREA, A DISPLACED RIGHT HUMERUS FRACTURE, MULTIPLE FRACTURES THROUGHOUT THE RIGHT ELBOW, WATER ON HIS LUNGS, A HMEATOMA TO THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE CHEST AND MULTIPLE RIGHT RIB FRACTURES. THE MEDICAL STAFF WAS ABLE TO ADVISE THE VICTIM HAD NO VISIBLE INJURIES TO HIS NECK, SPINE OR STERNUM, NO BLEEDING OF THE BRAIN AND NO DRUGS OR ALCOHOL IN HIS BLOOD STREAM. IT WAS LATER LEARNED THROUGH AN EEG THE PATIENT DID NOT HAVE ANY BRAIN ACTIVITY. PATIENT WAS REMOVED FROM LIFE SUPPORT AND PRONOUNCED DECEASED AT 2006 HOURS ON MAY 2, 2021.


BARDID: FL-2021-0369
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-05-10 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Matanzas River
NearestCityorTown: SAINT AUGUSTINE
County: SAINT JOHNS
WaterConditions: Unknown
Wind: Unknown
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
V-1 WAS DOCKED AT SAINT AUGUSTINE MUNICIPLE MARINA. V-2 WAS ATTEMPTING TO DOCK, DRIFTED INTO V-1. IMPACT WAS V-1 BOW CENTER V-2 IMPACT WAS STARBOARD MID SECTION.


BARDID: FL-2021-0370
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-05-09 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Mandalay Channel
NearestCityorTown: CLEARWATER
County: PINELLAS
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
SYNOPSIS

On Sunday, May 9, 2021, at approximately 1620 hours, boating accident # FWSW21OFF009186 occurred in Mandalay Channel, Pinellas County, Florida at the south end of Frenchy’s Seafood Company docks located at 419 E. Shore Drive, Clearwater, FL 33767.  Vessel One (V1) with one operator and one occupant was docked on the south side Frenchy’s Seafood Company dock, with bow facing east.  Vessel Two (V2) with no one onboard, was also docked on the south side of Frenchy’s Seafood Company docks, with bow facing east, directly in front of V1.  V1 was pulling away from the dock, traveling to the south.  As V1 pulled away from the dock, V1’s port side, approximately two feet from the stern, struck the starboard engine of V2.  The occupants of V1 did not sustain any injuries and left the scene of the accident.


BARDID: FL-2021-0371
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-06-05 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 10:14:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: VENETIAN BAY
NearestCityorTown: NAPLES
County: COLLIER
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (fuel)
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
AccidentCause2: Ignition of spilled fuel or vapor
MachineryFailure: Fuel
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
VESSEL HAD JUST FINISHED FUELING AND WAS DEPARTING THE FEUL DOCK WHEN AN EXPLOSION OCCURRED, RESULTING IN PROPERTY DAMAGE TO THE FORWARD PORT SIDE HULL.


BARDID: FL-2021-0372
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-06-27 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 01:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: C37 canal
NearestCityorTown: HAINES CITY
County: POLK
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by vessel
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
On June 28, 2021 at approximately 02:00 a.m. I was contacted by Orlando Regional Communications Center (Dispatch). Dispatch advised of a vessel vs. vessel boating accident that occurred on Lake Kissimmee. Dispatch advised one individual was injured and transported to Arnold Palmer Children’s Hospital. 
I arrived at Arnold Palmer Hospital at approximately 03:30 a.m. I contacted the grandmother of the injured juvenile, and VICTIM, the injured juvenile. VICTIM was laying on the bed in a spine immobilization collar. Victim’s grandmother advised the doctors were running test on VICTIM’s back, neck, and urine to rule out any permanent injury. I did not observe any visual injuries aside from localized swelling on the rear, right of VICTIM’s head. VICTIM advised the accident occurred at approximately 1:00 a.m. in a canal believed to be the C37 canal from Lake Hatchineha to Lake Kissimmee. VICTIM advised he was in a vessel with his grandfather. VICTIM advised they were sitting still when they were struck by another vessel, and the vessel made contact with his head as it ramped over the vessel he was on. VICTIM advised he was riding in the passenger’s seat, Port side of the vessel. VICTIM advised they were fishing with two other vessels. VICTIM advised OP1 was operating the vessel that struck their vessel. VICTIM stated, “OP1 has a drinking problem.” VICTIM described OP1 as consuming 2 cases of beer a day while fishing. Grandmother advised OP1 is regularly observed consuming large amounts of alcohol while fishing. I left the hospital and asked Grandmother to update me via phone on VICTIM’s condition. I left the hospital at approximately 04:00 a.m. Grandmother later contacted me and advised VICTIM was released from the hospital with a concussion for which he was to remain under at-home supervision.  
I arrived onscene, The Port of Hatchineha Boat Ramp, at approximately 04:45 a.m. I observed another officer conducting Seated Field Sobriety Tasks (SFTS) on an adult male in disheveled clothing, OP1. During the partial portion of SFST’s I observed, I observed the following. 
General:
Bloodshot and watery eyes, Strong odor of an alcoholic beverage, dirty and stained clothing, 
Palm Pat:
Did not increase speed, Copped pat, Double pat, Rotated hands. 
Hand Coordination:
Started at wrong time, Unable to follow directions, returned his left fist to his chest after each task, did not attempt the fourth task as instructed. 
At approximately 05:00 a.m. I observed Officer place OP1 under arrest for boating while normal faculties impaired; 

VICTIM was transported by Polk County EMS personel to Arnold Palmer Childrens hospital in Orlando Florida. VICTIM was evaluated and treated for localized swelling in the rear right of his head, back pain, and blood in his urine. VICTIM was released with at home supervision for a concussion.


BARDID: FL-2021-0373
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-06-05 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: GULF OF MEXICO
NearestCityorTown: PANAMA CITY
County: BAY
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by vessel
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause2: Improper lookout
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
This accident occurred between two PWC. The accident involved one of the PWC striking the other in the stern with it's bow. Two subjects had minor injuries, one was transported to the hospital via EMS. The cause of the accident was operator inexperience and failure to lookout. 

V1 was at idle in the Gulf facing an unknown direction. V2 approached from the rear at mid throttle. V2 struck the stern of V2 and ramped up the seat area striking P1 and O2. Both P1 and O2 were ejected from the vessel. Both subjects were recovered and transported to shore. P1 was then transported to the hospital via ambulance. 

This accident is attributed to operator inexperience with off throttle steering; 
VICTIM 1:transported via EMS and Admitted to Hospital with non life threating injuries.; 
OP2:Complained of rib pain refused treatment.


BARDID: FL-2021-0374
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-06-27 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:45:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Everglades Area 2
NearestCityorTown: CORAL SPRINGS
County: BROWARD
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Restricted vision
AccidentCause2: Excessive speed
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
SYNOPSIS  On Sunday June 27th 2021 at approximately 1445 hours a commercial tour airboat was engaged in a paid tour with four passengers, traveling on a trail in a Westward direction in Francis S. Taylor Everglades Area 2 near a camp named Chicken Coop.  A recreational airboat leaving Chicken Coop camp, occupied by the operator and a single passenger, were traveling back to Lox Road boat ramp (NE direction) when the two airboats collided. The two occupants of the recreational airboat were ejected from the airboat. There were no fatalities or injuries. 
INVESTIGATION
Monday, 06/28/2021 
1.	0900 hrs. Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission received a phone call from OP1 about an airboat accident he had the day prior. Upon advising him to report the accident, I was advised that a call from OP2 in regards to a vessel accident from the day prior had just been submitted to FWC dispatch.  OP2 stated that he was in a designated airboat trail with passengers when he observed two airboats come out of nowhere.  OP2 stated he let off his throttle completely to slow his vessel.  Occupant of V1 observed a third vessel from the left (V2) and pointed it out to OP2.  At that time OP2 stated he was off throttle and he observed (V2) turn starboard and then to port at a high rate of speed when the starboard rear portion of (V2) collided with the front port side of (V1). OP2 stated that he went to the bow of his boat to make sure the occupants of the other boat were okay.  OP2 stated that the occupants of the other vessel said they were fine and did not want assistance from OP2.  OP2 stated he waited until another airboat came to assist (V2). At that time OP2 returned to Stubbs canal boat ramp.  
2.	1438 hrs. – I spoke via telephone to the owner/operator of V2. OP2 stated that he was leaving Chicken Coop camp with two other airboats ahead of him going back the the boat ramp at Lox rd. OP2 could not provide a direction of travel.  OP2 stated that he had just got up on plane when he saw the other airboat (V1) and attempted to avoid a collision by turning his airboat to starboard and then back to port.  OP2 stated that he and his wife were ejected into the water but sustained no injuries.  
Tuesday, 06/29/2021
1. 1438 hours. – I spoke with PAX1 via telephone, one of the passengers of V1, about the accident that occurred.  PAX1 stated that they were going down a trail at a slow speed when two airboats came out of nowhere and sped by at a fast speed.  When PAX1 turned her head back she noticed a third airboat coming from the left (V2) that was very close and then they crashed.  PAX1 stated that she was worried about the two occupants of the other airboat that had been ejected into the water.  PAX1 stated the two said they were fine.  PAX1 stated the male of (V2) said that he builds boats for a living and they will handle it.  She said no one on either boat was injured and that she was unsure of what was supposed to happen.  
INTERVIEWS  
•	Operator of V1 stated he was heading back towards Stubbs Canal boat ramp in a Westward direction in a trail
•	Operator of V2 stated he was leaving Chicken Coop camp going back to Lox rd. boat ramp. 
•	Operator of V1 stated he observed two airboats at which time he let off of the throttle
•	Operator of V2 stated when he saw the other vessel (V1) he attempted to avoid a collision by turning starboard and then back to the port side when the front port of (V1) and the rear starboard of (V2) collided. 


BARDID: FL-2021-0375
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-06-07 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 21:40:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Miami River
NearestCityorTown: MIAMI
County: MIAMI-DADE
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Improper lookout
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
V1 struck V2 and left the scene
	On June 7, 2021 at approximately 2140 hours, Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) responded to a hit and run vessel accident in Miami River. The struck vessel, which was a black pontoon displaying FL registration FL 3809 SW met us at Sea Isle Marina where the operator, later identified as OP2, stated a large grey yacht stuck his port bow then left the scene. OP2 stated he tried to tell the captain to stop by the occupants of the vessel were threatening him. OP2 was able to get video and pictures of the yacht. FWC patrolled the Miami river to locate the striking vessel but were unable to locate.
	On June 8, 2021 FWC located and identified the striking vessel as a 51 foot Pershing registration FL 4229 RF. It had significant damage to the starboard side. The vessel and damages were photographed. We were unable to identify who was operating in the time of the accident. No further law enforcement action has been taken.


BARDID: FL-2021-0376
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-07-07 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 20:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: choctawhatchee bay
NearestCityorTown: DESTIN
County: OKALOOSA
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person departed vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Improper loading
AccidentCause3: Equipment failure
EquipmentFailure: Auxiliary
OtherEquipmentFailure: Bilge pump
DayofWeek: Wednesday
RedactedNarrative:
On July 7, 2021, at approximately 2030hrs a white 20’ 1996 Bayliner HIN# BYQD38FFD696, registered to OP1 was anchored at the Destin Bridge N 30 23.68 W86 31.04 when it took on water.  The vessel sank and the occupants jumped out on the Destin Bridge. The occupants were removed from the water by US Coast Guard and evaluated by Fire and Rescue.  The vessel was not a navigation hazard and was left at its current location, partially submerged, to be removed the next day.  
I made contact with all occupants and the Operator OP1.  According to OP1, he anchored his vessel facing north and began fishing near the Destin Bridge.  OP1 stated the vessel began to take on water through the two back drain ports.  He ordered the occupants to go to the back of the vessel to pull the gear to move.  OP1 then stated he put the vessel in gear in attempts to move it when water began to fill the boat. OP1 and the occupants jumped out of the vessel and climbed on to the bridge columns.  The occupants were removed from the water by US Coast Guard and evaluated by Fire and Rescue.
	OP1 estimated the vessel at 10,000.00 dollars.  A photo of the vessel capsized is attach to this report.  OP1 was able to take a video of the vessel sinking once he was on the bridge column and is available upon request. 
	Watching the video and taking in accounts of the witness statements, I determined the cause of the accident was due to the vessels equipment not keeping up with the amount of water coming into the vessel and due to the tidal currents overwhelming the vessels’ ability to dewater. With all the occupants of the vessel moving to one side the water came over the stern of the vessel and it began to sink.


BARDID: FL-2021-0377
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-06-19 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:20:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: C-51 Canal
NearestCityorTown: WEST PALM BEACH
County: PALM BEACH
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Navigation rules violation
AccidentCause2: Improper lookout
AccidentCause3: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
VESSEL (V01: SEA DOO / 2021 / 10 F / PURPLE ) 
VESSEL (V02: RANGER BOATS / 2002 / 20 F / RED / FL8079PG ) 
On June 19, 2021, V2 was westbound on the C-51 canal between the Kirk Road bridge and Military Trail bridge, at approximately 30-40 mph.  V1 was approximately 50 ft behind V2, same speed and direction.  V2 slowed to begin fishing, and V1 attempted to turn, however the throttle was released, causing V1 to impact the starboard stern of V2, ejecting both occupants of V1, and injuring the passenger.; 
Passenger was transported to St. Mary's Medical Center in West Palm Beach.  Suffered internal bruising, and fractures to the transverse process of the L1, L2, and L3 vertebra.  Subject was admitted for observation and released two days later (6/19-6/21).


BARDID: FL-2021-0378
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-06-12 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: INTRACOASTAL WATERWAY
NearestCityorTown: BUTLER BEACH
County: SAINT JOHNS
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Weather
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
V1 41 foot Sea Ray "My Way" was leaving the canal and struck V2 24ft Hydra sports in it's port lower unit while it was on a lift. The impact caused damage to the lower unit of V2,and the rub rail of V1.
On 6/15/21, we went to the address the boat was alleged to be kept at. Investigator Contacted OP1 who admitted he was operating his 41ft vessel "My Way" along with passenger who had bought the vessel. OP1 told me and investigator that he left the canal but due to the strong winds his vessel was pushed into the docked hydra sports. OP1 said he struck the hydra sports with his port stern quarter causing minor damage to both vessels.  The impact caused rub rail damage to "My Way" and the foot of the port lower unit on the hydra sports had a piece broken off (See attached photos and statement.) OP1 advised that he decided to leave the area and based on the conditions he felt he could not safely return. After returning to land OP1 stated he attempted to locate the vessel he struck by land but was unable. Mr. OP1 has since located the owner and replaced the lower unit of the vessel.


BARDID: FL-2021-0379
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-04-26 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:15:00
CoordinatesConfidence: C
NameOfBodyOfWater: Manatee River
NearestCityorTown: PALMETTO
County: MANATEE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
CASE SUMMARY MANATEE RIVER, MANATEE COUNTY, FL. BOATING ACCIDENT WITH FATALITY
NOTE: All times and distances are approximate.  All diagrams are not to scale.
On Monday, April 26, 2021, at approximately 1302 hours, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) Officers responded to a vessel accident in the Manatee River, located in Manatee County. A 1979, 40-foot Bristol sailing vessel was anchored approximately ¼ mile south of the Bradenton Yacht Club. A Good Samaritan located a male subject floating face down in the water. The subject was wearing a life jacket that had not been secured properly in the front. The subject was unresponsive and there were no other subjects onboard V1.  The subject was recovered and transported to shore where they were met by Manatee County Sheriff's Deputies and EMS. The victim was pronounced deceased at the scene by EMS at 1333 hours. Interviews were conducted with all involved parties by the Manatee County Sheriff’s Office. 
PRE-ACCIDENT
At approximately 1258 hrs., the Bristol vessel was anchored approximately 1/4 mile from the Bradenton Yacht Club, in the Manatee River. There was one subjects on board, conducting repairs to the solar powered battery charging station. The vessel was not under power and the motor was turned off.  
ACCIDENT
According to witness statements, VICTIM was observed falling overboard. At the time of the accident, he was wearing a life jacket that was unbuckled in the front. 
POST-ACCIDENT
According to witness statements, GOOD SAMARITAN and a friend were operating a vessel in the area and was waved down by an elderly couple that were also boating nearby. They observed VICTIM fall overboard from V1. GOOD SAMARITAN immediately responded to V1 and found VICTIM floating face down and unresponsive near V1. GOOD SAMARITAN was able to get VICTIM into his vessel and immediately notified 911 and transported him to the dock at Bradenton Yacht Cub. GOOD SAMARITAN was met by MCSO and EMS who subsequently pronounced him deceased at 1333 hrs.  
CONCLUSION
Based on evidence and information gathered to date the accident is a result of VICTIM having several health issues combined with acute alcohol intoxication and falling overboard. The life jacket that VICTIM was wearing at the time was not buckled in the front which caused him to roll face down while in the water. According to the District 12 Medical Examiner's Office, the primary cause of death was drowning and ruled an accident. A contributing factor in VICTIM’ death was chronic alcoholism with acute alcohol intoxication. Ethyl Alcohol was discovered in VICTIM’ blood in the amount of 0.26 g/dl
The District 12 Medical Examiner’s Office autopsy report concluded that VICTIM did not have any injuries to his head. The primary cause of death was drowning and ruled an accident. There were several abrasions located on his abdomen, chest and left leg. There was a medium size contusion located on his left arm along with several scratches located on his left forearm and left hand. The District 12 Medical Examiner’s Office autopsy report concluded that there were no common drugs of abuse discovered in VICTIM’ blood or urine at the time of the accident. A contributing factor in VICTIM’ death was chronic alcoholism with acute alcohol intoxication. Ethyl Alcohol was discovered in VICTIM’ blood at the time of the accident in the amount of 0.26 g/dl.


BARDID: FL-2021-0380
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-06-17 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Blackwater River
NearestCityorTown: MILTON
County: SANTA ROSA
WaterConditions: Calm
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Improper lookout
AccidentCause3: Congested waters
DayofWeek: Thursday
RedactedNarrative:
On Thursday 06/17/21 at approximately 1700 Vessel 1 (V1) was traveling out of a cut in to the main Blackwater River headed north. Vessel 2 (V2) was traveling southbound on Blackwater River just north of that cut. V2 made evasive maneuvers to try and not collide with V1 by steering right towards the western bank. V1 also steered towards the western bank and collided with its starboard bow into V2 Port bow. This collision caused both the operators from V1 and V2 to be ejected and the sole passenger on V2 to be ejected as well. The collision caused both vessels to have significant amounts of damage done rendering each vessel inoperable. The operator of V1 had significant injuries. ; OP1 received lacerations to his groin area as well as bruising around this area. This is to be documented only. No photographs taken.


BARDID: FL-2021-0381
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-07-03 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:05:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: St Joe Bay
NearestCityorTown: PORT ST. JOE
County: GULF
WaterConditions: Rough
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Weather
AccidentCause2: Force of wake/wave
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
On Saturday July 3, 2021 at approximately 3:05pm eastern, I was patrolling the St. Joe city boat ramp with two other FWC Officers.
We received a call from FWC Communications that a vessel accident had occurred in St. Joe Bay, the vessel had capsized, and that its occupants were currently in the water.  One of the occupants had been picked up by another nearby fishing vessel, and placed the distress call to 911.  The accident occurred about one half mile west of the Highland View area and the entrance to the Gulf County Canal.
We quickly launched our patrol vessel from the city ramp, and expeditiously navigated the rough sea conditions to the accident area.
We spotted the capsized vessel from a distance, and saw two people sitting on top of the over-turned vessel.  The rough sea conditions were making it difficult for the two to stay seated on the portion of boat still floating...  We arrived on scene at 3:17pm eastern.
One of the occupants (OP1) was holding up an anchor line that was attached somewhere on his boat.  I shouted to him that we were going to position our boat close enough to where we could bring both of them on to our boat, and then we would attempt to secure their boat.  He responded with, "OK, Officer!"  Officer 2 was then skillfully able to maneuver our patrol vessel close enough to where Lt. and myself could safely pull the two men aboard our boat.  I quickly grabbed the arm of the other closer man (PAX 1) and Lt. helped me pull him over our gunnel.  I then reached out, grabbed hold of OP1, and we pulled him over safely as well.
Once both men were secure aboard our vessel, and we confirmed that there were no other occupants in the water, we placed life jackets on them and sat them comfortably on our console bench.  We also made sure that they were not injured or did not need and immediate medical attention...  Both men were grateful and physically fine.
It was at this time that we attempted to secure a tow line from our vessel to theirs so that it would not a left as a navigational hazard.  After several attempts, skilled boat operation by Officer 2, and teamwork by Lt. and myself, we were able to thread our tow line through the bow hook on their boat.  From there we were able to secure the tow line, and make our slow trek into the calmer waters of the nearby Gulf County Canal.
Once everyone was safe and secure, I was able to interview OP1 and PAX 1, and get their recollection of how the accident occurred...
According to both, OP1 was operating the vessel at a cruising speed and traveling in a eastwardly direction from St. Joe Bay towards the Gulf County Canal.  They were in a following sea situation as the rough seas were flowing to the east. According to both, they were "surfing" on top of a large 5-6' wave, so when their boat came off of the wave, their bow dipped down, another large wave was quickly on top of them, swamped their boat with water, and then the following waves overturned and capsized them...  All three men went into the water.  OP1 and PAX 1 were able to swim back to where their boat was still floating, but the third occupant was caught in the strong current and picked up by another nearby fishing vessel that had come from the canal.  This was when the call to 911 was made.

Judging from the sea conditions and the validity and logic of their account of the accident, I determined that no rules of navigation had occurred, and that no operator impairment was present.  This was a situation of a poor decision made to take a small craft out in rough sea conditions.


BARDID: FL-2021-0382
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-06-12 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:05:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Biscayne Bay
NearestCityorTown: KEY BISCAYNE
County: MIAMI-DADE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Excessive speed
AccidentCause3: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
On 06/12/2021, at approximately 1910 hours, we were both on routine state water patrol in the area of Miami-Marine Stadium in Miami-Dade County. I then overheard on Channel 16 VHF via the United States Coast Guard Sector Miami of a boating accident with injuries. At 1916 hours I arrived on scene at the Miami Marine Stadium southern shoreline near the Rusty Pelican. The PWC involved was occupied by operator and passenger. The PWC was a blue in color Sea Doo, (FL 0877 PZ). While on scene I photographed the scene and damage, got the information needed from the injured persons and obtained a Sworn statement from a witness.
	OP1 was operating traveling from west to east along the southern shoreline of the Miami Marine Stadium, near the Rusty Pelican. OP1 was traveling at a high rate of speed and made impact on the rocks of the southern shoreline, The PWC’s Starboard bow struck a large rock leaving paint transfer. OP1 and PAX 1 were ejected off of the PWC and landed on the ground near the point of impact. Miami-Dade County Fireboat #73 arrived at 1927 hrs. OP1 was complaining of abdominal and back pain on his left side. PAX 1 hit her head on impact but was standing and coherent, with a large hematoma on her forehead. At 1934 hours, Miami- Dade fire rescue then transported OP1 to Ryder Trauma Center in Miami-Dade County. At 1938 hours PAX 1 was transported to Mercy Hospital. 
	I arrived to Ryder Trauma Center at 2124 hours to follow up and receive an Injury report for OP1. OP1 suffered two broken ribs on his left side, but the CT scan was clear and he was in stable condition. OP1 was admitted and treated accordingly. I then arrived at Mercy Hospital at 2201 hours to follow up and receive an Injury report for PAX 1. PAX 1 suffered minor external injury to her head (hematoma) CT scan was clear and she was in stable condition. I received a Sworn statement from PAX 1 and she was discharged from the hospital shortly after.
	The accident was caused by operator inexperience and inattention while traveling at a high rate of speed.
PAX 1: On 06/12/2021, at approximately 1910 hours, OP1 was operating a personal watercraft (PWC), with PAX 1 as a passenger,  in the area of Miami Marine Stadium located in Miami-Dade County. OP1 was operating traveling from west to east along the southern shoreline of the Miami Marine Stadium, near the Rusty Pelican. OP1 was traveling at a high rate of speed and made impact on the rocks of the southern shoreline. OP1 and PAX 1 were ejected off of the PWC and landed on the ground near the point of impact. PAX 1 was standing up shortly after and was completely coherent, although she had a large hematoma on her forehead, PAX 1 hit her head on the ground from impact . Miami- Dade fire rescue then transported PAX 1 to Mercy hospital also located in Miami-Dade County. I arrived to Mercy Hospital at 2201 hours to follow up and recieve an Injury report. PAX 1 suffered minor external injury to her head (hematoma) CT scan was clear and she was in stable condition. I receieved a Sworn statement from PAX 1 ad she was discharged from the hospital shortly after.; 
OP1:	On 06/12/2021, at approximately 1910 hours, OP1 was operating a personal watercraft (PWC) in the area of Miami Marine Stadium located in Miami-Dade County. OP1 was operating traveling from west to east along the southern shoreline of the Miami Marine Stadium, near the Rusty Pelican. OP1 was traveling at a high rate of speed and made impact on the rocks of the southern shoreline. OP1 was ejected off of the PWC and landed on the ground near the point of impact. OP1 was complaining of abdominal and back pain on his left side. 


BARDID: FL-2021-0383
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-06-28 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Matlacha Pass south
NearestCityorTown: CAPE CORAL
County: LEE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause2: Excessive speed
AccidentCause3: Sharp turn
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel 1 hit channel marker 11 southern Matlacha Pass  causing extensive damage to the starboard quarter where the impact took place. Damage to include fractured fiberglass where the hull and the cap come together. Railing from the starboard quarter through the stern area to the port quarter dismantled. No damage to channel marker observed. One (1) occupant - driver- suffered injury to mouth requiring several stitches, other occupants uninjured. 
They were traveling southbound in Matlacha Pass toward Picnic Island at approximately 25-30 mph in calm seas with no visibility restrictions when OP1 suddenly made a hard turn to the left as they were passing close to a channel marker. As this turn to the left was made the starboard quarter area impacted the channel marker causing extensive fiberglass damage and somehow leaving OP1 with a bloody lip that he later had to have treated at a walk-in clinic. No further injuries were noted. 
The marker was checked and found to have no damage so they proceeded to the Cape Coral Yacht Club boat ramp to pull the boat from the water. They stated that because there was no serious injury or damage to the channel marker that they did not understand that law enforcement should have been notified.
I viewed a repair estimate for the vessel and it showed an estimate of $5555.20 to make all repairs.; OP1:Subject / operator of vessel had three (3) stitches put on his lower lip at a walk-in clinic. Subject / operator also has a loose tooth that is to be looked at in the future.


BARDID: FL-2021-0384
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-06-15 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 09:15:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: GULF OF MEXICO
NearestCityorTown: DESTIN
County: OKALOOSA
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (non-fuel)
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Steering
DayofWeek: Tuesday
RedactedNarrative:
V1 was drifting approximately 16 miles South of the Destin Pass. Smoke began to rise from the bilge area before the vessel caught on fire. O1 and the female passenger aboard were rescued by a fishing vessel in the area who saw the smoke. Both subjects were then picked up by Coast Guard and transported to Coast Gaurd Destin. The vessel became engulfed in flames eventually burning down to the water line.  
 OP1 stated while on the way a steering sensor fault code came up on his screen on his vessel. He stated that this was the same code that had come up just days before. He stated that he had the vessel at Emerald Coast Marine for several months being worked on.  He also stated that he had just had the vessel looked at the day before by Emerald Coast Marine’s technician. The technician told him that it was possibly a computer glitch. He stated the technician did some software updates and instructed OP1 that if it did it again to turn the key off and turn it back on.
 OP1 stated that on the morning of the fire he turned the key off and back on just as instructed by the technician. OP1 said the code cleared itself and he proceeded to go out fishing as planned. OP1 said that they went out to a spot approximately 20 miles offshore. OP1 stated they started fishing when PAX1 noticed smoke coming from the rear starboard rod holder. OP1 stated that he opened the hatch to his bilge and a large cloud of black smoke came out. OP1 stated that he could hear noises that sounded like crackling and sizzling. OP1 stated that he could smell an odor from the smoke that smelled like burning electrical tape. OP1 stated that both PAX1 and he got out 2 life jackets out and put them on. OP1 then placed the vessel in gear and put the coordinates of the pass into the GPS but stated that he was unable to steer due to the steering wheel not working.
At approximately 9:27 AM, a charter boat in the area saw the smoke and came and got OP1 and PAX1 off the burning vessel a few minutes after the incident began. OP1 and PAX1 stayed on the charter boat until approximately 9:50 AM when Coast Guard arrived and picked them up. They were then transported to Coast Guard Destin at approximately 12:00 PM. The vessel washed up ashore approximately one week later and was removed by a salvage company.


BARDID: FL-2021-0385
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-05-31 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:15:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: DESTIN HARBOR
NearestCityorTown: DESTIN
County: OKALOOSA
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (fuel)
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
AccidentCause1: Equipment failure
AccidentCause2: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Electrical
EquipmentFailure: Auxiliary
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
OP1 was seated behind the center console at the helm of the vessel. Music was playing on the vessel and they began to hear static. Suddenly the vessel imploded from gas fumes. OP1 hit his head on the t-top causing a laceration on the top of his head. OP1 was transported to the hospital and received 30 staples and stitches. 
Based on the witness statements and damage to the vessel it is likely the accident occurred from gas fumes and a loose wire connection causing an electrical spark which caused the explosion. Several subjects, advised the vessel had a small gas leak and gas fumes could be smelt on and around the vessel. Inside the center console there were several wires that had became unconnected and one of the batteries had flipped over. The explosion caused OP1, who was sitting at the helm, to hit his head on the t-top and fall to the deck of the vessel. OP1 was the only subject on board the vessel. OP1 was treated for his injuries and received 30 staples and stitches.; OP1,:OP1 suffered a laceration on the top of his head resulting in 30 staples and stitches.


BARDID: FL-2021-0386
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-07-10 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 22:49:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Atlantic Ocean
NearestCityorTown: ATLANTIC BEACH
County: DUVAL
WaterConditions: Rough
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Poor
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Improper lookout
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
On 7/10/21 at approximately 23:18, we were in bound the St John's River Inlet in the vicinity of Mayport when we saw Jacksonville Fire and Rescue marine unit, with lights activated, on scene with an anchored vessel in the middle of the inlet. 
	I pulled along side the JFRD unit and inquired as to incident. They advised that they were called out in reference to a vessel striking the south jetty of the St John's River inlet. The went on to say that they transported one individual to Mayport Boat Ramp that suffered injuries but refused admittance to the hospital. The vessel was floating but had sustained damage and had lost steerage.
	We told JFRD that we would be taking over the accident and would tow the vessel back to the boat ramp. 
	The vessel FL4371RC, a 28' 2012 Contender had sustained major fiberglass damage to the port side freeboard and chine area along with deep gouges throughout the port and starboard chines. There was damage to the keel and both propellers and skegs had sustained damage. The registered owner and operator OP1 stated that they were in a bad storm and that the vessel was operating on "auto pilot" and before they knew it they had struck the south jetty at the far eastern point. OP1 had suffered a laceration to his left ear and bruising to his legs from striking the center console.
	At the moment of impact occupant was ejected from the vessel and had suffered contusions on his chest and according to OP1 was in shock.
	Upon our arrival back at the dock occupant had left on his own recognizance.
	Other occupants were uninjured and are listed in this report.
	Once at the boat ramp the remaining people on scene were able to get the vessel on to the trailer and survey the damage.    
OP1:lacerations to the left ear and bruising to legs; 
Occupant: suffered bruising to the chest area from being ejected from the vessel and striking the rocks of the jetty according to the vessel operator


BARDID: FL-2021-0388
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-05-01 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:19:00
CoordinatesConfidence: C
NameOfBodyOfWater: Biscayne BAy
NearestCityorTown: KEY BISCAYNE
County: MIAMI-DADE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
On May 1st, a 37' vessel and a Personal Water Craft collided Northwest of the Rickenbacker Marina resulting in a fatality. The 37' vessel fled the scene without rendering aid. 

On May 1st, 2021, at approximately 2:19 PM, FWC responded to a boating accident in the area North of Rickenbacker Marina. A 37’ vessel (V1) was navigating South bound and a Personal Watercraft (PWC) (V2) was navigating East bound when they collided
.
As result of the collision, (V2 operator) impacted the vessel and was ejected. Operator was transported to Jackson Ryder Trauma Center where he was pronounced deceased. 

(V1 operator) left the scene without rendering aid to Operator 2. Later that night an occupant on of V1 reported the incident to FWC. Operator 1 was located and arrested.; Victim was admitted as a trauma patient at Jackson Ryder Trauma Center. He was pronounced deceased due to his injuries. Op of V1 did not give way to PWC, turned hard left moments before impact.  PWC operator was under influence but unknown if was a contributor. COD was trauma, head injuries due to impact with bow of other vessel


BARDID: FL-2021-0389
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-06-10 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: ICW
NearestCityorTown: SAINT AUGUSTINE
County: SAINT JOHNS
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Navigation rules violation
AccidentCause2: Improper lookout
DayofWeek: Thursday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel 1 (V1), identified as Florida registered Personal Water Craft (PWC) FL0429RX was on a guided sunset cruise with a total of 5 PWCs northbound on the ICW in the immediate vicinity of East Creek on the east side of the channel. The PWC (V1) was operated by OP1 with his fiancé as Passenger 1. The PWC(V1) was following the tour guide who was on a separate PWC not involved in the accident. At approximately 7:00pm Guide made a turn toward the south to check on other members of the tour and OP1 followed on his PWC(V1). 
At the same time Vessel 2 (V2), identified as a Florida registered Midnight Express FL3714SP operated by OP2 was traveling southbound on the ICW. OP2 noticed the group of PWC’s in front of him and slightly reduced speed to take the slight bend in the channel. Instead of maintaining his course to the middle of the channel he veered to the inside of the bend and cut between the group of PWCs and channel marker 27. Both witness and OP2 observed GUIDE travel across the Midnight Express’s path but never saw PWC(V1).
As OP1 was completing his turn to go south he saw the Midnight Express(V2) for the first time. Realizing a collision was unavoidable, OP1 turned his PWC(V1) hard to the right to avoid a head on collision with the left side of the Midnight Express(V2). The PWC(V1) struck the Midnight Express(V2) left side to left side. Both OP1 and PAX1 where ejected from the PWC(V1). 
OP2 continued then slowed the Midnight Express (V2) and returned to see if everyone was ok. OP1 and PAX1 claimed to have only minor injuries and so GUIDE said everyone was ok. The PWC(V1) was badly damaged and taking on water. OP2 was upset, yelling and cursing at the tour group, he took pictures of the damaged PWC(V1) and left the scene. 
GUIDE moved the PWC(V1) to the near by sand bar to keep it from sinking. He then put OP1 and PAX1 onto other PWCs in the group to return to Catspaw Marina where the tour started. They were met by St. Johns County Fire Rescue on their way back who transported OP1 and PAX1 the rest of the way. They refused transport to the hospital when they arrived back at the dock. 
The Midnight Express was found later that night with the help of witness descriptions of the vessel and St. Johns County Air Unit.; 
PAX1: Described having a sore swollen ankle to EMS and FWC.; 
OP1: Described having back pain to EMS and FWC.


BARDID: FL-2021-0397
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-06-05 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:10:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Cow Key Channel
NearestCityorTown: KEY WEST
County: MONROE
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause2: Sharp turn
AccidentCause3: Excessive speed
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
- The tour traveled northbound under US 1 on Cow Key Channel
	- Once clear of the No Wake Zone, the tour began speeding up
	- OP1 and PAX 1 were the third PWC in line behind the tour guide
	- As OP1 accelerated, she hit wake from the PWCs ahead of her
	- OP1 lost control of the PWC, took a sharp turn to the right, and hit the mangroves on the east side of the channel at a high rate of speed.
	- PAX 1 was ejected from the PWC, suffering a hit to her right temple and several cuts/scrapes on both hands
	- OP1 suffered contusions and lacerations to her face and upper right arm, including a 3 inch puncture wound on her upper right arm.
	- Both victims were admitted to Lower Keys Medical Center for treatment; 
OP1 was transported to Lower Keys Medical Center and treated for lacerations to her face and upper right arm, a 3 inch puncture wound on her upper right arm.; 
PAX 1 suffered a hit to her right temple and several cuts and scrapes on both hands. She was treated at Lower Keys Medical Center and released.


BARDID: FL-2021-0398
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-06-08 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: INTRACOASTAL WATERWAY
NearestCityorTown: WEST PALM BEACH
County: PALM BEACH
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Tuesday
RedactedNarrative:
What: Boating Accident
When: (Occurred Tuesday June 8th, 2021 at approx. 1700hrs) (Reported Wednesday June 9th, 2021 at approx. 1130hrs)
Where: Riviera Beach City Marina, Riviera Beach, FL, LAT N 26 46.4176, LON W 80 3.1039
SYNOPSIS 
  The incident was brought to the attention as a delayed report of a vessel crash, involving a large cabin vessel that struck 3 separate vessels that were docked and unmanned at the time of collision. The incident was reported as occurring on Tuesday, June 8th, 2021 at approximately 1700 hrs in the city of Rivera Beach, FL at the Riviera Beach Marina, Located in Palm Beach County.  The Striking vessel’s name is FAR REACHES, the struck vessels’ names are as follows… BLACK SWAN, TINE, and LAGUNA D. There was no injuries reported as a result of this crash. The crash took place while the owner/operator of the striking vessel was attempting to dock his vessel.
INVESTIGATION
•	6/9/2021 - 1140 hrs Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) received a delayed report regarding a vessel accident that occurred at the Riviera Beach City Marina involving a 59 ft Trawler (V-1 Far Reaches) striking 3 other vessels. The incident was reported by the Captain of V-2
•	6/9/2021 -  1259 hrs FWC arrive on scene  and meet with the Captain of one of the struck vessels( V-2 Black Swan) to assess and photograph the damage to all the vessels. No occupants were reported to have been on any of the struck vessels at the time the accident occurred. Other vessels were (V-3 Tine) and the (V-4 Laguna’D)
•	6/9/2021 – 1410 hrs I closed the call 
•	6/10/2021 – 1500 hrs I met with the operator of the striking vessel to gather his statement. Also at this time, while on scene I photographed damage to V-1, V-2, and V-3. I was not able to locate any visible damage to V-4. V-1 had several scratches to the portside of his vessel at the waterline and on the gunwale. V-1 also had paint transfer scuffs that matched the paint of V-3. V-2 sustained minor damage to the portside stern. V-3 I could not locate any visible damage above the waterline but due to the fact of paint transfer located on V-1 it’s apparent that contact between the two vessels occurred. (see the photos attached to this report)
INTERVIEWS
•	During the course of my interviews I learned the only subject that was present at the time of collision was the operator of V-1. 
•	From OP1’s account, he was attempting to dock his newly acquired vessel “Far Reaches” at the Riviera Beach City Marina. 
•	While attempting to do so he said he encountered a heavy tidal coming from the south as he was entering the slip area traveling in an easterly direction. 
•	OP1 stated the current was to strong and overtook his vessel causing him to first strike V-2 on it’s portside stern. 
•	OP1 then tried to power forward off V-2 which he did but was overcome by the current once more which led to him striking V-3, V-4 on the bow sprit area of both vessels. 
•	To prevent further damage OP1 left his vessel resting broadside on V-3 and V-4 until the tidal current subsided enough for him to safely dock his vessel in the assigned slip. 
ACCIDENT SCENE DESCRIPTION
  The scene where the incident took place was the Riviera Beach City Marina. The area is known to have extremely strong tidal currents due to it’s close proximity to the Lake Worth Inlet. On the day of the accident at the time of occurrence  the water surface conditions were calm, the tide was incoming flowing in a northerly direction. Water depths change with the tide and range from 12 – 16ft. Skies were partly cloudy, air high temperature was 84 degrees.


BARDID: FL-2021-0399
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-06-29 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Gulf Side
NearestCityorTown: TREASURE ISLAND
County: PINELLAS
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Tuesday
RedactedNarrative:
On Tuesday June 29, 2021, at approximately 1400 hours, boating accident # FWSW21OFF014274 occurred on the West side of Johns Pass Bridge, Pinellas County, Florida on the Gulf Side.  Vessel one (V1) with one operator and no passengers was traveling towards the bridge and approximately 10 yards in front of Vessel 2 (V2).  V2 also had one operator and no passengers and was operating on the port side of V1.  Both operators were renting both PWC’s from Fly-N-High Wave Runners Rentals.  According to statements given, V1 was operating at an idle speed and V2 was operating at approximately 10-20 mph about 10 yards behind V1.  The operator of V2 accidentally hit the throttle and headed towards V1 and tried to steer away from V1 but made contact and the operator of V1 was ejected into the water.  The damage on V1 was on the port stern side just behind the operator and V2 sustained no damage according to the owner company of the vessels.  The operators of both V1 and V2 sustained no medical injuries and refused any medical treatment at the time of the accident.  V1 operator was ejected from the PWC she was operating but stated she is a good swimmer.  Both operators were wearing their required PFDs at the time of the accident.  Both V1 and V2 were rental vessels, and the owner was notified of the accident and damages to the vessels.


BARDID: FL-2021-0400
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-06-29 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Biscayne Bay
NearestCityorTown: MIAMI BEACH
County: MIAMI-DADE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Tuesday
RedactedNarrative:
SUBJECT RENTED PWC FROM MIAMI BEACH JET SKI RENTAL. AFTER ONBOARD INSTRUCTIONS GIVEN, SUBJECT WENT ON HIS OWN AND LOST CONTROL OF PWC STRIKING A DOCK PILING AND SUFFERED SERIOUS BODILY INJURY. AS RESULT OF IMPACT SUBJECT BROKE FOUR RIBS, FEMUR AND COLLAPSED RIGHT LUNG. SUBJECT WAS TRANSPORTED TO RYDER TRAUMA VIA MDFD.  

As a result of impact OP1 suffered a broken femur, four broken ribs and a collapsed lung (all injuries were on right side). He was admitted to Ryder Trauma center where he would under go surgery.


BARDID: FL-2021-0401
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-07-17 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:46:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Fishermans Ch
NearestCityorTown: MIAMI BEACH
County: MIAMI-DADE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fall in vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Young man was on PWC approaching Government cut from fisherman's channel. The operator was jumping a wake and hit his head with handle bar. received 6 sutures as a result of injuries. Operator jumped the wake, while in the air he hit the handlebars with his forehead. Operator received 6 sutures as a result of injuries.


BARDID: FL-2021-0402
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-07-01 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:05:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Atlantic Ocean
NearestCityorTown: KEY LARGO
County: MONROE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
AccidentCause3: Navigation rules violation
DayofWeek: Thursday
RedactedNarrative:
According to statements and interviews, OP2 (aboard V2) saw V1 when the vessels were still “a ways away.” OP2 acknowledged that he was head on situation with V1 and began turning to starboard. As the two vessels continued to get closer, OP2 turned harder and harder to starboard. OP2 stated that V1 never altered her course or speed and ultimately struck and ramped over V2. OP2 was seated at the helm and PAX 2 was seated on the starboard side just forward of OP2. 
According to statements and interviews, OP1 was operating V1 and had the vessel on auto pilot with a heading set. OP1 stated that he was at the helm but never saw V2. PAX1 was seated just to the left of OP1.
Though it is apparent that OP1 was inattentive, details are missing and unclear regarding exactly how the inattention occurred. ;
OP2 suffered contusions to his right arm and shoulder, left upper abdomen, and both legs below the knee; 
PAX2: Skin tear/laceration and contusion to her right forearm and contusions to her stomach and upper abdomen.


BARDID: FL-2021-0403
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-05-26 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:30:00
CoordinatesConfidence: C
NameOfBodyOfWater: Fresh Water Canal System
NearestCityorTown: CAPE CORAL
County: LEE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentCause2: Excessive speed
DayofWeek: Wednesday
RedactedNarrative:
On May 26th, 2021, at approximately 1736 hours a single vessel crash occurred in Cape Coral Florida (Lee County). VICTIM was operating his 1995 18-foot Tracker aluminum pontoon vessel in Alhambra Lake. VICTIM’ vessel was on plane heading south then made a wide port (left) side turn. VICTIM’ vessel struck a fixed wooden dock. The crash caused fatal injuries to VICTIM whom was pinned between vessel and dock at time of incident and property damage to the dock. Operator had a .16 blood alcohol level ; 
VICTIM sustained the following injuries  1.	Blunt traumatic injuries of the head and neck 	a)	Abrasion and laceration of the left frontal scalp 	b)	Right circumferential periorbital ecchymosis and accompanying bulbar petechial hemorrhages 	c)	Ecchymosis of the left upper eyelid 	d)	Marked edema of the right side of the face 	e)	Fractures of the C3-C7 spinous processes with accompanying tears of the nuchal ligaments and 		            ligaments flava 	f)	Dislocation of the atlanto-axial joints 	g)	Cervical epidural hemorrhage 2.	Blunt traumatic injuries of the torso 	a)	Abrasion of the right shoulder 	b)	Ecchymosis of the sternum 3.	Blunt traumatic injuries of the extremities 	a)	Abrasion of the right lower extremity 4.	Hypertensive and atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease 	a)	Cardiomegaly (575 grams) 	b)	Concentric hypertrophy of the left ventricle 	c)	Moderate coronary artery atherosclerosis 	d)	Moderate atherosclerosis of the thoraco-abdominal aorta 	e)	Renal cortical scars and subcortical cysts 5.	Splenomegaly (400 grams) 6.	Elevated ethanol concentration (0.162 g/dl) in postmortem iliac blood


BARDID: FL-2021-0404
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-06-16 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 06:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: ICW
NearestCityorTown: JUPITER
County: PALM BEACH
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
DayofWeek: Wednesday
RedactedNarrative:
V2 was exiting the boat ramp and idling to the dock. V1 was exiting the boat ramp slip and struck V2. V1 then sped off without exchanging information. OP2: Minor cuts to hands from the plastic windshield that broke


BARDID: FL-2021-0405
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-06-13 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Istokpoga
NearestCityorTown: LAKE PLACID
County: HIGHLANDS
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
V1(Air boat) was traveling northeast along the Airboat/ Marsh trail on Lake Istokpoga at approximately 20-30 mph. While V1 was approaching a dry/muddy area, the operator tried to maneuver around the area causing V1 to slide impacting the dry/muddy ground on the Port(left) side. V1 then rolled over on its Port(left) side ejecting a passenger from the V1-pinning her under the cage resulting in injuries to her back and right hand. The operator was pinned under the drivers seat of V1 resulting in a injury to his back. ; 
OP1 informed me that he hit his back on something which caused an injury to his lower back.; PAX1 had abrasions on both of her shoulder blades along with lacerations on her right hand. We were informed by the nurses that he also had a fracture in her right hand as well.


BARDID: FL-2021-0406
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-07-15 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 21:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: st. johns river
NearestCityorTown: PALATKA
County: PUTNAM
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Poor
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
DayofWeek: Thursday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel 1 was travelling southbound on the St. Johns River at appx 21:30 hours, in full dark, at about 10-20 mph. Vessel 1 was operated by OP1, and occupied by PAX2, and PAX2, juvenile passenger. 	
The operator of Vessel 1 failed to maintain proper lookout, causing Vessel 1 to strike the concrete wall comprising the old barge dock on the starboard bow side, causing it to wedge itself between the pilings, and causing appx. $2000.00 in damage. 
The impact caused PAX1 to be ejected from her seat to the floor of the vessel, resulting in injuries. The reported injuries are a sprained knee and ankle, as well as contusions to her rib.; PAX1:She stated she was seen for a sprained knee and ankle as well as contusions onto her rib.


BARDID: FL-2021-0407
State: FL
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2021-07-03 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Suwannee River
NearestCityorTown: CHIEFLAND
County: LEVY
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (fuel)
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Ignition of spilled fuel or vapor
AccidentCause2: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Fuel
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
On 07/03/2021 at approximately 5:00 PM, we were on water patrol on the Suwannee River near Fowler’s Bluff in Levy County.  We observed what appeared to be white smoke coming from the bank of the river near the Fowler’s Bluff boat ramp.  The white smoke was near a personal watercraft that was in the river near the bank.  I observed several people near the personal watercraft.  I also observed someone trying to get my attention.  
We drove our vessel over to the shore and spoke to someone who stated that the personal watercraft had exploded and injured someone.  I observed a white male later identified as OP1 laying on the ground with people near him.  I asked what happened and was told when he started the engine, a huge explosion occurred ejecting him into the air.  I was also told that he had hit some tree limbs as he was ejected.  I observed OP1 had a swollen left ankle and what appeared to be burn marks on his leg.  I asked OP1 if he needed EMS to be called and he stated “no”.  I asked OP1 what happened, and he stated that he had been riding the jet ski approximately one hour prior to the explosion.  He stated that he had gotten off the jet ski for a while and then decided to ride again.  He stated that as soon as he hit the start button it exploded, ejecting him into the air.  OP1 also stated that he had some work done to the carburetor prior to taking the jet ski out. 
I interviewed WITNESS 1, who stated that he had witnessed the incident.  WITNESS 1 stated that OP1 had been riding the jet ski on the river and had parked it by his (WITNESS 1’s) dock for a couple of hours.  WITNESS 1 stated that he saw OP1 preparing to leave at approximately 5:00 pm.  WITNESS 1 stated that when OP1 started the jet ski it blew up, sending OP1 and parts of the jet ski up into the air.  He stated that he saw OP1 hit some tree limbs that were above where the jet ski was located.  WITNESS 1 stated that when he got to OP1, he appeared to be ok.  
I asked OP1 if he wanted medical attention and he once again refused.  I spoke with WITNESS 2 who was on scene.  WITNESS 2 stated that OP1 was his son-in-law and asked if he could take the jet ski out of the water.  He stated it would be at his residence, which was just down the road from Fowler’s Bluff.  I advised him that photos were needed, and it would probably be best if it was out of the water.  
When we arrived at the WITNESS 2 residence we were advised that OP1’s ankle had swollen more, and he decided to seek medical attention after all.  I photographed the jet ski after speaking with WITNESS 2.
There was excessive damage to the jet ski including: 
•	damage to the front compartment with lid missing 
•	broken right mirror  
•	damage to the exterior rub rail of the jet ski  
•	damage to the engine compartment
•	damage to hoses 
•	damage to the seat that was blown off, it also appeared that 
•	the top and bottom of the hull separated due to the explosion  

There was also the smell of gasoline coming from the engine compartment as well.

The jet ski is owned by OP1 and has a Florida registration of FL 7482 LN (2001 9’ Polaris). 
On 07/07/2021, I made contact with OP1 at his residence to obtain a written statement and to take photos of his injuries.  OP1 stated that he had a broken, bruised, and swollen ankle.  He also stated that he had received minor burns from the explosion.  I asked if the thought the jet ski was totaled and he stated yes.  He estimated the damage to be approximately $2500.00.  OP1 stated that he thinks something went wrong with the fuel system after he had it worked on. 
Evidence from the investigation indicates that a mechanical failure was the cause of the accident therefore no charges will be filed.


BARDID: FL-2021-0408
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-07-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Gulf of Mexico
NearestCityorTown: NAPLES
County: COLLIER
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Person departed vessel
AccidentEvent3: Capsizing
AccidentCause1: Weather
AccidentCause2: Force of wake/wave
AccidentCause3: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Engine
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel facing east to the beach was waked by the transom. Vessel took in significant amount of water. Vessel motor turned off. Vessel lost steerage ability. All persons on board abandoned ship. Vessel was hit by another wake, causing the vessel to be capsized and breaking the T-top.


BARDID: FL-2021-0409
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-07-28 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:25:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: St. Johns River Chanel
NearestCityorTown: JACKSONVILLE
County: DUVAL
WaterConditions: Calm
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Congested waters
AccidentCause2: Force of wake/wave
DayofWeek: Wednesday
RedactedNarrative:
On July 28, 2021, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, Division of Law Enforcement, was dispatched to a boating accident involving a 60-foot barge on the St. Johns River near Trout River at Red Marker 64. The accident occurred on July 28, 2021 at 1225 without injuries. At time of accident, it was clear weather, good visibility, with calm water conditions, and moderate winds. The accident resulted from a large wake from a yacht type boat and a 60-foot barge traveling in opposite directions inside the marked channel. 
The 60 foot-barge identified by (FL0836MX) is owned and operated by Ashcroft Marine Construction, INC. At the time of accident, the barge had two occupants on board. The operator at the time of incident was OP1 and had one other worker on board. They were traveling north on the barge when OP1 could see what was described as a yacht type boat casting a very large wake. He attempted to flag them down to slow down but was unsuccessful. The first wave came over the bow of the barge, by the third wave the stern section of the metal sectional barge broke loose and both occupants were thrown into the water. Both occupants were wearing life jackets at the time of being ejected into the water. OP1 was picked up from a retired FWC officer that was nearby at the time of accident, the other crewmember was able to make it back to other section of the barge and called 911 using his cell phone. JSO responded and was able to help them get both sections of the barge to shallow water near shoreline.
The sectional barge is held together by male and female pins. It appears the pins were ripped out of the stern section of barge. 
The stern section of the barge had both engines and fuel tank. There was no spillage as a result from accident, and the company was able to get both sections of the barge secured and floating.  There was equipment and materials on board the barge, some was able to be retrieved from water. They are preparing to move barge out of water on 7/29/2021. 
Neither occupant of barge could give details pertaining to the other vessel expect that it was an elderly couple in late 60`s and it was a yacht type boat that resembled a Bay liner. 
Notes:
Coast Guard was contacted, and they advised to contact FWC to file report USCG case number 1312033.


BARDID: FL-2021-0410
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-06-27 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 10:45:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Santa Rosa Sound
NearestCityorTown: MARY ESTHER
County: OKALOOSA
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
V1 was traveling west in the Santa Rosa Sound approximately 10-20 MPH. While traveling west the operator turned her head toward the stern for a brief period of time. During this time the vessel struck a residential dock. There were no injuries. The total estimated damage to the vessel and the dock were $3000.


BARDID: FL-2021-0411
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-06-11 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Suwannee River
NearestCityorTown: BRANFORD
County: SUWANNEE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Grounding
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Sharp turn
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
On 6/11/2021 OP1 was operating his PWC (FL0946TA) on the Suwannee River, just up river from the confluence of the Santa Fe and Suwannee. He states that he was traveling around 45 mph when a large fish jumped in front of him, OP1 took evasive action to avoid colliding with the fish and lost control. Once loosing control he ran into several tree limbs before running into the river bank and being ejected from the PWC. OP1 suffered multiple facial fractures, along with cuts and contusions to the face. He also suffered a large cut to his right knee.; OP1 sustained facial fractures beneath both eyes, contusions to the nose and cheeks and cut on his head. OP1 also sustained a cut to his right knee.


BARDID: FL-2021-0412
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-07-16 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:10:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: CHOCTAWHATCHEE BAY
NearestCityorTown: DESTIN
County: OKALOOSA
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
On July 16, 2021, at approximately 1530 hrs, a 2020 11’ back BRP jet ski, registered to OWNER 1, was traveling west in the Choctawhatchee Bay North of Crab Island. The Operator accelerated the ski and the occupant fell off the stern of the ski. OCCUPANT fell backwards in a seated position into the water.  As OCCUPANT entered the water in a seated position, the force from the water jet caused injury to her.  OCCUPANT remained in the water until OP1 returned to assist her back on the vessel.  

OCCUPANT was transported to the Fort Walton Beach Medical Center then later transported to Sacred Heart in Pensacola to be treated for her injuries.  OCCUPANT's injuries consisted of a vaginal tear and salt water around her abdomen wall. OCCUPANT: Vaginal tear  Salt water in abdomen wall


BARDID: FL-2021-0413
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-07-09 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 05:22:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Port Canaveral
NearestCityorTown: CAPE CANAVERAL
County: BREVARD
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
On 7/9/21 at approximately 04:30 am, V1 was traveling east bound out of Port Canaveral. Prior to clearing the jetty the operator turned north and struck the jetty at approximately 20 mph. The two occupants were injured in the collision but the operator was unharmed. The operator drove back to the Freddie Patrick boat ramp and loaded the vessel on to the trailer. Upon impact, VICTIM 2 was thrown to the front of the vessel and suffered lacerations to the head and a neck injury. VICTIM 2 was lift flighted to Holmes Regional Medical Center. VICTIM 1 struck the center console of the vessel and complained of rib injuries but denied any medical treatment; VICTIM 2:Subject was sitting on the front of the console at time of impact. He was thrown forward into the bow of the vessel and struck the starboard gunnel. He suffered from lacerations, injuries, and fractures to C1 and C2 vertebrae. He was airlifted to Holmes Regional Medical Center for treatment.  He was discharged with no permanent injuries.; VICTIM 1:Subject stated that he had "broken ribs" but refused any medical care.


BARDID: FL-2021-0414
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-07-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: St Marks River
NearestCityorTown: ST. MARKS
County: WAKULLA
WaterConditions: Choppy
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Fair
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Congested waters
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
On July 4, 2021, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission was on routine patrol in the vicinity of St Marks when I received a call from Officer 1 of the St. Marks Refuge.  Officer 1 told me he had heard some chatter on the county radio in reference to a boating accident in the St Marks River involving people in the water.
Other officers responded to the area and followed the injured people to Shield's Marina where EMT's were waiting. 
An 11' Sea Doo with FL-8554-SX, operated by OP1 with passenger ran into the stern, and into a 17" Mako with GA-6822-CR operated by OP2 and three passengers.
Both OP2 and 17” Mako passenger (PAX 2) were transported to Tallahassee Memorial Hospital with non life threatening injuries.
PAX 1 was sitting in the front of the Mako on the forward right side of the 17' Mako looking backwards.  PAX 1 stated she saw a "jet ski" going fast and hitting waves behind them and coming towards them at a high rate of speed.  The operator did not slow down and hit the back of the 17' Mako.  PAX 1 stated it would have come into their boat if it had not hit the outboard motor which turned it to the left.  The impact knocked PAX 2 out of the boat and into the water and threw OP2 into the front of the 17' Mako; PAX 2:Admitted and stayed over night.  Released the following day; OP2:Treated and released from TMH


BARDID: FL-2021-0415
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-06-22 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 08:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: STEINHATCHEE RIVER
NearestCityorTown: STEINHATCHEE
County: TAYLOR
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Tuesday
RedactedNarrative:
On Tuesday, June 22, 2021, at approximately 0830 hours. Vessel 1 (V1) (FL6738SW) operated by OP1 was docked at Sea Hag marina in the Steinhatchee River getting fuel. When operator OP2 on (V2) (FL3911RR) pulled up to the dock and hit (V1) on the cowling causing a 6 – 8-inch crack on the starboard side of the motor cowling. No injuries were sustained during this incident.


BARDID: FL-2021-0416
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-04-14 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:35:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: ANCLOTE RIVER MOUTH
NearestCityorTown: UNINCORPORATED
County: PASCO
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with submerged object
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentEvent3: Person struck by vessel
AccidentCause1: Hazardous waters
DayofWeek: Wednesday
RedactedNarrative:
On April 14, 2021, at approximately 1143 hours, a single vessel accident occurred in the Anclote River Mouth, Pasco County, Florida. The vessel was operated by a male subject, and there was one female passenger aboard. The vessel was on plane heading westbound from the Anclote River Boat Ramp when it struck an unknown, submerged object. The strike caused the vessels occupants to be thrown overboard into the water. The vessel remained in gear and drove in circles unmanned, and struck the female subject. The vessel was secured by the male operator, and good samaritans aided the subjects to Anclote River Boat Ramp for medical treatment.; OP1 had a 5 cm laceration to his right pinky finger and was treated on scene by EMS.; OCCUPANT sustained a fractured jaw, fractured nose, open fracture to her right forearm, the loss of multiple teeth, and three facial lacerations across her forehead, nose, and lower lip. In a follow up interview she revealed contusion on her lower left leg and calf.


BARDID: FL-2021-0417
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-07-20 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:58:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Blackwater River
NearestCityorTown: MILTON
County: SANTA ROSA
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Grounding
AccidentEvent3: Fall in vessel
AccidentCause1: Sharp turn
DayofWeek: Tuesday
RedactedNarrative:
On Tuesday, July 20th, 2021, at approximately 1658hrs a single vessel accident occurred on the Blackwater River, North of Russell Harbor Park and West of Navy Boat Docks (Whiting Park). The vessel was a Mastercraft ski boat with 5 occupants on board. There was one major and one minor injury. The accident potentially occurred due to the vessel striking a submerged fixed object or a partially submerged floating object such as a tree stump or a floating tree or log.
PRE-ACCIDENT (Collision) – 
V-1 traveled upriver at approximately 25mph. V-1 took a hard right (starboard) turn toward the southern riverbank. Witnesses on a different vessel stated they saw the operator attempting to correct the turn. V-1 Operator stated he tried to avoid a crash by correcting steerage towards port side, taking the engine out of gear, and cutting power to the engine. Witnesses and V-1 Operator both suggested a possibility of mechanical failure with the steering components. The angle of impact was between 35 and 45 degrees. 
ACCIDENT (Collision) – 
Initial point of impact (POI) was V-1 starboard side gunwale 2ft behind the bow into a Southern Magnolia tree on the southern shore of the Blackwater River. V-1 then ran aground as a secondary collision a few feet East of the tree. V-1 continued to move Southeast onto the riverbank and struck multiple small trees and bushes until the entire vessel was out of the water. V-1 Occupant 1 stated that she was launched forward and to the port side upon impact. Her body acted as a shield from the falling tower and Bimini top for the two children seated next to her. The fall inflicted minor cuts to the upper portion of the back of her legs. V-1 Operator’s leg struck the handle of the fire extinguisher which inflicted a laceration to the lower portion of his left leg. The final resting position of V-1 was facing South completely out of water on the southern bank.
POST ACCIDENT (Collision) -    
V-1 Operator checked on all the occupants and moved them out of the boat onto the riverbank. The witness vessel came to check on the occupants of V-1 and ferried them to Whiting Park to await EMS and Fire/ Rescue. Another witness remained with V-1 to keep personal belongings from being stolen. The witnesses left V-1 occupants with EMS and traveled upriver. We arrived on scene as the witness vessel pulled away and I spoke to Fire/ Rescue and told them we would return shortly and that no one should leave until we returned. I interviewed the witnesses and gathered their contact information. We returned to Whiting Park and interviewed the V-1 occupants. 
CONCLUSIONS
Based on evidence and information gathered to date, the cause of the accident is inconclusive. Operator fault cannot be ruled out, nor is there evidence to prove the accident was a result of careless operation.  The propeller had significant damage to one of the blades which could be from hitting an object that caused the accident, or it could have occurred when the vessel became beached on the riverbank. In conclusion, the most plausible cause of the boating accident is that its hull or rudder struck a submerged fixed object or a partially submerged floating object such as a tree stump or a floating tree or log.; OCCUPANT 1 had minor scratches on her posterior upper thighs and claimed they were from the ski tower falling on her during the boating accident.; OPERATOR 1 had a laceration to his left leg below the knee. Fire/Rescue and Emergency Medical Services (EMS) were both on scene prior to my arrival and had assessed OP1’s injury and applied first aid to the wound. EMS advised that the leg would need stitches. OP1 declined transport to the emergency room and decided he would drive himself to Urgent Care.


BARDID: FL-2021-0418
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-02-17 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 21:35:00
CoordinatesConfidence: C
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Dosson
NearestCityorTown: LUTZ
County: HILLSBOROUGH
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper loading
DayofWeek: Wednesday
RedactedNarrative:
On February 17 th,  2021, at approximately 10:30 p.m.  FWC responded to a report of a vessel accident in Lutz, on Lake Dosson.  A 14 ft aluminum row boat with two occupants had capsized and one of the occupants was still missing. The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) and  Fire Rescue were already on scene. The recovered occupant was uninjured.  FWC officers and members of  HCSO’s dive team  began a search for the missing occupant. They searched throughout the night and following day. On the morning of the 18th members from FWC’s dive team joined the search. At approximately 3;30 p.m. February 18th, the body of the missing occupant was recovered by FWC’s dive team. 
Operator and Victim each paddled the 14-ft rowboat away from the dock sometime after dark. They had made a couple of trips out onto the lake earlier in the day.  They paddled towards the southern end of the lake so VICTIM could fish while drifting. After VICTIM caught a fish, both he and OPERATOR stood up in order to put it in a container of water.
As soon as VICTIM and OPERATOR stood up, the center of gravity within the boat shifted and it capsized. OPERATOR and VICTIM fell into the water; the rowboat flipped upside down. OPERATOR and VICTIM hung onto the upside boat. 
OPERATOR attempted to swim the boat to shore with VICTIM hanging on. OPERATOR was unable to swim with the boat and told VICTIM to hang on and that he would go and get help. As OPERATOR was swimming to shore he noticed a helicopter flying close by. OPERATOR swam back to the boat and when he arrived VICTIM was gone.; VICTIM :Cause: Accident Manner: Drowning  


BARDID: FL-2021-0419
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-07-25 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:45:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Hurricane Pass
NearestCityorTown: NAPLES
County: COLLIER
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Person struck by propeller
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
SYNOPSIS
On Sunday, July 26th, 2021, at approximately 1845 hours, V1 was attempting to reverse off Keeywadin Island where it was beached. There were multiple people in the water assisting to push V1 into the water. The victim was at the stern of V1 when other occupants already moved out of the way. The operator did not know the victim was still by the motor as he attempted to use the motor to back up. The victim was struck by the propeller on the outside lower left leg just below the knee. The victim was transported to the Collier Boulevard Boat Ramp by V1 and treated by EMS. From there he was taken to the Emergency Room. There was no damage to V1.; Victim sustained approximately six lacerations on the outside of the left leg just below the knee from the propeller.


BARDID: FL-2021-0420
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-07-20 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Naples Bay
NearestCityorTown: NAPLES
County: COLLIER
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (non-fuel)
AccidentEvent2: Person departed vessel
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Electrical
DayofWeek: Tuesday
RedactedNarrative:
V1 traveling northbound in Naples Bay became engulfed in flames as a result of an electrical fire. There were no reported injuries however V1 was a total loss.
During my investigation I learned that V1 was travelling northbound in Naples Bay at approximately 30 mph. The operator and occupants noticed smoke coming from the front anchor locker. As the reduced to slow speed all occupants noticed the smoke was now pluming from the center console. P1 attempted to extinguish the flame but was unable to do so as the center console was sealed. A good Samaritan noticed the situation and assisted by allowing V1 occupants aboard their vessel. All occupants exited V1 with no injuries. The operator and P1 were in the water for a moment. V1 occupants had do not smoke and had no flammable items on board.
Through talking with OP1 I learned that she approximately 2 years of boating experience and was the one who rented the boat as a member of the Freedom Boat Club. She had been out for several hours and was on her return trip to the dock. She experienced no issues with the vessel prior to the incident. The conditions for the day were as follows:
Air Temp: 85 degrees
Water Temp: 85 degrees
Wind direction and speed: Light and variable
Visibility: Clear
V1 was completely engulfed in flames and burned almost to the water line. The vessel was a total loss. While investigating the cause of the incident I observed the most damage near the center console. This indicates that the fire started in that area and burned the hottest (See photograph). The fire started as an electrical fire under the center console and migrated throughout V1 until fire fighters were able to extinguish the flame.


BARDID: FL-2021-0422
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-07-03 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:45:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: OKEECHOBEE
NearestCityorTown: MOORE HAVEN
County: GLADES
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentCause1: Hazardous waters
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
V1 was cruising south bound in the Okeechobee Water Way near structure 280 when it ran aground. V1 called Seatow and was able to be pulled back into the canal. V1 suffered from nonvisible damages in the hull that caused oil to leak in the engine compartment. Per the owner the damages were over $2,000.000. No occupants of V1 suffered injuries.


BARDID: FL-2021-0423
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-07-03 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Largo Sound
NearestCityorTown: KEY LARGO
County: MONROE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Sinking
AccidentCause1: Hull failure
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
The vessel was missing a hatch to keep the water from entering the transom area and bilge. The vessels bilge pump was not functioning, and the vessel sank.  On July 3, 2021, at approximately 1800 hours vessel FL9542JH was traveling North through Largo Sound. The vessel was operated by OP1 was traveling back from Nest Key. From the statements provided OP1 noticed the vessel having trouble getting on plane. The vessel began to sink lower in the water and the bilge pump was not working. The vessel took on water and came to rest on the bay bottom in approximately 4 feet of water. Once the vessel was recovered by commercial salvage company, I noticed a transom deck hatch was missing (pie eye). The hatch was open and just above the water line on the transom of the vessel. The open hatch allowed water to enter the transom and bilge area of the vessel.  The missing hatch along with a non-functioning dewatering device contributed to the vessel sinking.


BARDID: FL-2021-0424
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-07-27 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:43:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Pensacola Bay
NearestCityorTown: MILTON
County: ESCAMBIA
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Fair
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Sinking
AccidentCause1: Equipment failure
AccidentCause2: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Engine
EquipmentFailure: Auxiliary
DayofWeek: Tuesday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel 1 was traveling in the Pensacola Bay. Vessel 1 began listing and the engine became engulfed with water. At that time the vessel sank. The 2 subjects on board were rescued by fire rescue. 
The Yacht remained afloat, sea tow was called, and the vessel was removed from the water the following day. Sea tow did advise that water pouring in from the engine hose. But did not find any cracks or hull damage. OP1 did advise that all the electronics were inoperable.


BARDID: FL-2021-0425
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-07-22 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 10:57:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Key West Harbor
NearestCityorTown: KEY WEST
County: MONROE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fall in vessel
AccidentEvent2: Falls overboard
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Thursday
RedactedNarrative:
7/22/21 v1 contacted a wave causing her to fall on pwc resulting in laceration to right shin. OP1 stated she was in line on the tour when she encountered waves. In an attempt to stabilize the PWC she gave it some throttle and fell off. OP1 right shin had an approximately 12 in laceration.


BARDID: FL-2021-0426
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-07-10 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:15:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: ICW
NearestCityorTown: ST. AUGUSTINE
County: SAINT JOHNS
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fall in vessel
AccidentEvent2: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent3: Person struck by vessel
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Navigation rules violation
AccidentCause3: Sharp turn
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel 1, North Carolina registered vessel was traveling North in ICW just North of Devil's Elbow Slow Speed Zone. Vessel 1 was operated by OP1. Vessel 1 attempted to pass Vessel 2, Florida registered vessel FL4198SR, on Vessel 2's port side. Vessel 1 hit a passing wake causing OP1 to fall in the boat out of reach of the controls. OP1 grabbed the bottom right side of the steering wheel to regain balance which caused Vessel 1 to turn right. At approximately 2:15 p.m., Vessel 1 collided with the starboard transom of Vessel 2. Upon impact, OP1 was thrown on his back. Occupant of Vessel 2, sustained a head injury. Vessel 1 continued to travel East after the first collision with no one at the helm. Vessel 1 collided  with Vessel 3, Florida registered vessel FL0566HD, and Vessel 4, Florida registered vessel FL9920PP, tied up at Point Matanzas Condo dock. Injured occupant of Vessel 2, was transported by ambulance to Flagler Hospital with a head injury.
Boat 2 occupant received laceration above her left eyebrow. Subject received laceration behind her right ear requiring 2 staples. Subject received laceration on the back left side of her head requiring 5 staples. Subject received contusion to her right knee.


BARDID: FL-2021-0428
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-05-29 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Biscayne Bay
NearestCityorTown: MIAMI BEACH
County: MIAMI-DADE
WaterConditions: Calm
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Navigation rules violation
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
AccidentCause3: Congested waters
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
V1 failed to give the right of way in a Head-on situation (USCG Navigational Rule 14) with V2.

V1 was traveling North bound in the Meloy channel and V2 was traveling South bound in the Meloy channel. V1 operator failed to turn his vessel towards his starboard side(right), instead turned towards his port side(left) causing him to collide with V2. 

Passengers from V1 stated they screamed at the captain which was not paying attention before collision with V2.

Navigational rule 14- when two power-driven vessels are meeting on reciprocal or nearly reciprocal courses so as to involve risk of collision each shall alter her course to starboard (right side) so that each shall pass on the port side (Left side) of the other.; VICTIM 1:right knee and right wrist in pain, transported; VICTIM 2:right hand laceration; 


BARDID: FL-2021-0429
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-06-21 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:40:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: TAMPA BAY
NearestCityorTown: ST. PETERSBURG
County: PINELLAS
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by vessel
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
On Monday June 21, 2021 at approximately 1240 hours, boating accident # FWSW21OFF 013512 occurred in the west side of Tampa Bay near Snell Island Harbor, St. Petersburg, Pinellas County, Florida.  Vessel two (V2) with one operator and no occupants was traveling north, east of the flat along Snell Island.  Vessel one (V1) with one operator and no occupants was also traveling north, east of the flat along Snell Island behind and to the right of V2.  V2 began slowing down and turning right, into the path of V1.  V1 collided with V2 at approximately the starboard midship, striking the operator of V2 and ejecting him.  The operator of V2 sustained contusions to his right hip and thigh as well as a laceration to his forehead and a broken nose.  The operator of V2 was transported to and treated at St. Anthony’s Hospital.; OP2 was admitted to St. Anthonys Hospital in St. Petersburg at 1330 hrs.  He was Evaluated and treated for the following:  •	1.5” cut above his right eye – closed with glue •	Nasal fracture – no treatment •	Bruising to the outside of the right thigh (no fracture) – no treatment  OP2 was released the same day.


BARDID: FL-2021-0430
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-06-20 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:15:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: INDIAN RIVER NORTH/ ICW
NearestCityorTown: EDGEWATER
County: VOLUSIA
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel 01 (V01) was traveling southeast on the Indian river North (Intracoastal Waterway) just past channel marker 52, in the city of Edgewater, within Volusia County. V01 operator was unfamiliar with the characteristics of this body of water and ran V01 aground on a sandbar. As a result of V01 impacting with the sandbar V01’s passenger was thrown into shallow water. V01 was moved from final rest prior to this Investigator’s arrival to the scene.

V01’s passenger was injured from her fall and was transported to AdventHealth New Smyrna Beach by ambulance.  

V01 operator was unharmed and no visible damage to V01 was evident.; VICTIM Cause of injury: Other  V01 passenger was thrown into shallow water and was injured from impacting the ground under the water.


BARDID: FL-2021-0431
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-07-03 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake June
NearestCityorTown: LAKE PLACID
County: HIGHLANDS
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Light
Visibility: Fair
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by vessel
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
SYNOPSIS
V1(PWC) was traveling southeast on Lake June at approximately 25-30 mph. V2(PWC) was starting to get on plane at approximately 10-15 mph while making a sharp port(left) turn in the path of V1. The bow of V1 collided the port(left) side of V2, ejecting the operator of V2 into the water from the starboard(right) side. The operator of V2 was found upright wearing a PFD. The V2 operator was complaining of leg injuries.  received approximately a four to five-inch laceration on his outside left thigh requiring 17 stitches. The operator of V2 was wearing the safety lanyard that caused V2 to shut off. V2 was found upside down drifting.; OP2:4 inch laceration to outer left thigh requiring 17 stitches( 9 externally, 8 internally)


BARDID: FL-2021-0432
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-07-09 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:12:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Little Sarasota Bay
NearestCityorTown: SARASOTA
County: SARASOTA
WaterConditions: Choppy
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Navigation rules violation
AccidentCause2: Congested waters
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessels 1 and 2 were traveling Southbound in the ICW located in Little Sarasota Bay. Both operators of vessels 1 and 2 were distracted by a wake from another vessel. Both operators realized that they were on a collision course with each other and attempted to take evasive actions to avoid collision to no avail. Vessel 1’s bow struck vessel 2’s starboard side midsection causing both operators to be ejected. No injuries were received as a result of the collision or ejection. Both vessels received damages as a result of the crash.


BARDID: FL-2021-0433
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-07-18 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Atlantic Ocean
NearestCityorTown: STUART
County: MARTIN
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
V1 and V2 were offshore at bullshark barge. V2 was anchored via trolling motor. V1 started approaching V2 quickly. V1 tried to avoid collision but still collided with V2.


BARDID: FL-2021-0434
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-07-17 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: CHOCTAWHATCHEE BAY
NearestCityorTown: DESTIN
County: OKALOOSA
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fall in vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
On July 17, 2021, at approximately 1400 hrs, OP1 was operating a rental Jet Ski, FL4093SS 11’ 2020 yellow Yamaha, from Extreme H2O.  

OP1 stated he was jumping waves north of Crab Island and hit his head on the steering column. OP1 was injured from the contact with the steering column.  Okaloosa Fire and Rescue evaluated him at the Destin Marina and transported him to the Fort Walton Beach Medical facility for treatment. OP1 had bruising to his cheek and jaw line and received a 4 inch laceration to his right cheek.  

OP1 injuries:  5 inch laceration to his right cheek bruising to right cheek


BARDID: FL-2021-0435
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-06-13 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 10:05:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: INDIAN RIVER
NearestCityorTown: NEW SMYRNA BEACH
County: VOLUSIA
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by propeller
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
On 6/13/21 at approximately 1015 hours Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission(FWC) were conducting land-based water patrol at the North Causeway Boat Ramp located in New Smyrna Beach, within Volusia County. At this time, an individual approached my marked patrol vehicle asking for assistance. He stated his wife had cut herself on the boat and needed a bandage. Officer retrieved his first aid kit and we approached the victim. At this time VICTIM was in their vessel on the trailer. As we approached, she exited and came down next to her vehicle. VICTIM had several deep lacerations on both sides of her glutes, exposing both muscle and fatty tissues. VICTIM was provided with gauze to place over some of the injuries. I asked VICTIM what had caused theses injuries and she replied she had been hit by her vessels’ propeller. VICTIM stated she had been in the vessel while her husband was launching it from the trailer, when the vessel failed to come off the trailer under power, she had gone to the bow of the vessel to attempt to push off the trailer. VICTIM stated she had left the motor engaged in reverse while taking this action. VICTIM went to the bow and while pushing off the trailer, the vessel went in reverse causing her to lose her balance and fall in the water. VICTIM was able to swim a short distance to a vessel docked just outside of the launching slip. VICTIM’s vessel remained in gear and slowly made a 180-degree turn coming within reach of VICTIM still hanging onto another vessel in the water. An individual from the other vessel attempted to disengage the throttle on OP1’s vessel but VICTIMs shirt was caught in the propeller at the rear of her vessel, and she was pulled into the propeller, sustaining lacerations to her glutes. 
VICTIM refused medical and advised her husband would take her to the hospital for treatment. 
Note: Second vessel that helped victim had left scene by time RP informed us he needed assistance. 
No further action required. 
Agency issued Body Worn Camera used; Victim was struck by prop sustaining multiple lacerations to her glute area. She self transported to local hospital to receive stitches.


BARDID: FL-2021-0436
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-07-01 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 22:53:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Santa Fe River
NearestCityorTown: FORT WHITE
County: COLUMBIA
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Poor
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person departed vessel
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
AccidentCause2: Force of wake/wave
MachineryFailure: Throttle
DayofWeek: Thursday
RedactedNarrative:
On Thursday, July 1, 2021, at approximately 10:00 pm, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC), received a call reference to a vessel that capsized in the Santa Fe River east of State Road 47 in Gilchrist County, Florida. Upon my arrival two white males were in the parking lot of Santa River Park (47 Boat Ramp) and advised they were involved in the accident and had swam from across the river. The operator was identified as OP1 and passenger as PAX1. OP1 stated they had launched from Hollingsworth Boat Ramp around 7:00 pm and went upriver towards Ginnie Springs to go fishing. The vessel was now capsized upriver from the 47 Boat ramp.
The vessel was photographed and later retrieved by OP1. OP1 was issued a warning for not having a not having a boating safety ID card. I later inspected the vessel at a residence on 07/08/2021, there were no holes or cracks that were observed to make the vessel take on water. Conclusively, I believe the rainwater that was in the bottom of the vessel from the storm is the water OP1 felt at his feet.  Due to the throttle issue, water came crashing over the stern of the vessel with the flooding current of the Santa Fe River to cause even more water in vessel. Consequently, causing the vessel to capsize when the vessel was pinned against a downed tree.


BARDID: FL-2021-0437
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-06-27 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: lake behind location
NearestCityorTown: OPA LOCKA
County: MIAMI-DADE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by vessel
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
V1 struck V2 as V2 was trying to dock. OP2 complained of pain in her ribs but refused medical treatment. OP2 stated that she was coming in to park her personal watercraft (PWC) when OP1 was going fast and hit her on the right side. OP2’s PWC sustained extensive damage to the front right. ; 
OP2 complained of having rib pain, refused medical evaluation.


BARDID: FL-2021-0438
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-07-17 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: St Johns River
NearestCityorTown: DE BARY
County: VOLUSIA
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Navigation rules violation
AccidentCause3: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
On 7/17/21 at approximately 1330 hours, a two vessel collision occurred on the St. Johns River near channel marker 109 in Debary, Volusia County, FL. V-01 is a 24 foot Regal. V-02 is a 22 foot Shearwater. 
V-01 was traveling southbound on the St. Johns River when it approached V-02 which was traveling northbound on the St. Johns River. Based on operator's statements, both vessels were operating at approximately 25mph in the marked channel of the river. V-01 maintained its course while V-02 turned to starboard. The bow of V-01 struck the port side near midship of V-02 causing minor damage to the bow of V-01 and the port side of V-02. 
The damage to V-01 is as follows:
The rub rail along the bow was scuffed.
The swim ladder affixed to the bow was dented.
The damage to V-02 is as follows:
The port side hull near midship has a scratch/gauge approximately four feet long.
The damage penetrated the gel coat and caused damage to the fiberglass hull.
No injuries were sustained during the collision. Photographs were taken of the damage to both vessels.
From evidence gathered during the investigation, I conclude that:
1. V-01 was being operated by OP1 at the time of collision.
2. V-02 was being operated by OP2 at the time of collision.
3. V-01 was operated in a careless manner, and did not take action to avoid the collision.
4. Operator inexperience may have contributed to the collision.
Agency BWC was used during this incident.
End of Report


BARDID: FL-2021-0439
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-07-14 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:55:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: ST JOHNS RIVER
NearestCityorTown: DE LAND
County: VOLUSIA
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Wednesday
RedactedNarrative:
On 7/14/21 at approximately 1550 hours, a single vessel collision occurred on the St. Johns River near the SR-44 bridge in Deland, Volusia County, FL. V-01 is a rented 46 foot aluminum hull houseboat. 

V-01 was traveling northbound on the St. Johns River when it approached the SR-44 drawbridge which was closed at the time of their arrival. V-01 came to idle on the south side of the bridge awaiting an opening. While waiting, the vessel drifted toward the East shoreline approaching Shady Oaks Restaurant. The operator of V-01 noticed that the vessel was getting close to the restaurant. The operator attempted to maneuver the vessel away from Shady Oaks by turning to port and accelerating. In doing so, the starboard stern of the vessel collided with the restaurant deck causing damage to the restaurant. The damage to the restaurant is as follows:

Multiple boards of the deck were broken.
Multiple supports for the deck were ripped off of their mounting points.
The dock physically separated from the restaurant and is sagging.
Three of the roof supports for the deck were broken.

V-01 sustained no visible damage from the collision. No injuries were sustained during the collision. Photographs were taken of the restaurant. 

From evidence gathered during the investigation, I conclude that:

1. V-01 was being operated by OP1 at the time of collision.
2. V-01 did not have a proper lookout.
3. OP1 has minimal experience operating vessels.
4. V-01s collision was caused by operator inexperience.

Agency BWC was used during this incident.
End of Report


BARDID: FL-2021-0440
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-06-24 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:01:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Crab Island
NearestCityorTown: DESTIN
County: OKALOOSA
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fall in vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Force of wake/wave
DayofWeek: Thursday
RedactedNarrative:
On June 24, 2021, vessel 1 was traveling east in the Choctawhatchee Bay at approximately 30 mph, when it hit a large wake.  Hitting the wake caused the operator to hit his head on the steering column of the jet ski and was thrown from the jet ski.  In doing so, caused a gash in the operators head below and on his right eye.; OP1: When OP1 jumped a wake his right hand slipped on the grip and slid up the handle and his face hit the gauges creating a gash to the area around his right eye.  He was admitted at Destin ER.  CT scan showed no breaks or other concerns.  Doctor stich the gashes above and below and on outside of right eye.


BARDID: FL-2021-0441
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-07-11 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:15:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: biscayne bay
NearestCityorTown: MIAMI
County: MIAMI-DADE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
V-1 was traveling North behind Pace Picnic Island when V-2 struck V-1 on the Port Side where VICTIM's lower left leg was located. Fiberglass damage to the Port side of the outside railing. V-2 Operator was cited for Careless operation of a vessel resulting in injuries beyond first aid. ; Victim was stabilized by USCG and transported to Sea isle Marina to be transported to Ryder Trauma Center by City of Miami Fire Rescue for treatment of her lower left leg. (possible hairline fracture to the tabula).


BARDID: FL-2021-0443
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-07-22 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 09:45:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: St George Island Sound
NearestCityorTown: CARRABELLE
County: FRANKLIN
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with submerged object
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/swamping
AccidentCause1: Hazardous waters
DayofWeek: Thursday
RedactedNarrative:
V1, a personal watercraft, operated by OP1 was cruising southeast out of the Lanark Boat Club and collided with a submerged rock. There were no injuries reported.

OP1 advised he launched his PWC at the Lanark Boat Club and exited the channel leading out of the boat club. After he left the channel heading southeast he struck a submerged rock, at approximately 0945 AM. OP1 advised the PWC motor shutdown about 30 seconds after collision. He radioed on his VHF for help and a good Samaritan assisted him back into the boat ramp. 

OP1 placed the PWC on the trailer and while inspecting the vessel for damages I observed a large hole in the center part of the keel, (see attached photos). I did not observe any other visible damages to the vessel.


BARDID: FL-2021-0444
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-06-26 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Intracoastal Waterway
NearestCityorTown: CRESCENT BEACH
County: SAINT JOHNS
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Restricted vision
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel 1, Florida registered vessel FL1077SY, was traveling southwest in the ICW 1/8 mile south of crescent/206 beach bridge. Vessel 1 was operated by OP1. Vessel 1 was occupied by seven passengers.  
At approximately 12:30pm, Vessel 1 collided with Red channel marker 60. No one onboard sustained injuries.
OP1 advised he was traveling southwest out of the slow speed zone at Crescent Beach Bridge/ SR206. He advised he was doing approximately 25MPH. OP1 advised he just got his vessel on plane and as the vessel started to level out, he saw Red Channel Marker 60 and hit it with the bow of his vessel. The channel marker snapped in half. OP1’s advised that due to the design of the vessel seating he had several people in-front of him at the time of the crash and had restricted visibility. OP1 advised by the time he looked forward it was to late to correct and that’s when he hit the marker wooden pole. I did confirm Vessel 1 collided with red channel marker 60, as the channel marker was missing.
Upon inspection to the damage sustained to Vessel 1, I observed impact damage to the starboard side bow. The metal was separated. I observed transfer wood chipping from the channel marker imbedded in the metal.


BARDID: FL-2021-0445
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-07-17 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:15:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: OCEAN
NearestCityorTown: HOLLYWOOD
County: BROWARD
WaterConditions: Choppy
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentCause1: Hazardous waters
AccidentCause2: Sharp turn
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
On Saturday 7/17/2021 at approximately 1600 hours a single engine bow rider style vessel capsized with 4 persons onboard. The operator was outbound Port Everglades Inlet towards the ocean when the he took several large waves over the bow of the vessel, filling the vessel with water. The operator attempted to steer to the right and power out but upon turning the vessel the water shifted and the vessel capsized.


BARDID: FL-2021-0446
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-07-29 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 22:17:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: indian river
NearestCityorTown: FORT PIERCE
County: SAINT LUCIE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Poor
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
DayofWeek: Thursday
RedactedNarrative:
On 29 July, 2021 at approximately 2200 hrs, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission responded to a call over VHF 16 that a vessel had crashed into a channel marker at the entrance to Faber Cove in Fort Pierce.  The reporting person advised that he heard a vessel crashed into one of the channel marker at the entrance to Faber Cove at a high rate of speed and keep going. Once in the area, I verified that "Faber Cove Day Beacon 2" was not on station and was not located. I searched Faber Cove for the vessel that crashed into the marker and found it at the boat ramp located at Jaycee Park in Fort Pierce.
The vessel identified by Florida registration number FL1954ST is a 1993 White and Blue 15 foot long Excel Marine "runabout type vessel. The Owner/Operator identified by his Florida Driver License as OP1 was the only human occupant. OP1 claimed he thought he had run over a crab pot and did not notice the damage to the port side forward of his vessel. The Navigation lights were inoperable when I found OP1 at the boat ramp but he claimed they were working and on at the time of the collision. Neither OP1 or his dog sustained any physical injury.
The damage to OP1' vessel included fiberglass damage to the forward port hull from the rub rail down to approximately the edge of the first strake. The damage from impact with the marker cracked the fiberglass through the gel coat and into the structural fiberglass. Wood shavings were trapped within the fiberglass from the impact with the marker, I was not able to observe if the fiberglass damage had through to the foam beyond the structural fiberglass. The vessel was still afloat at the time of this investigation and was put on the trailer and photographed.


BARDID: FL-2021-0447
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-05-15 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Intracoastal Waterway
NearestCityorTown: FORT PIERCE
County: SAINT LUCIE
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentCause2: Excessive speed
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
On 5/15/21 OP1 was operating his vessel from Rope Swing Island South towards the North Bridge Boat Ramp. According to witnesses OP1 was operating at a high rate of speed and the operator was ejected from his vessel. A Good Samaritan vessel recovered OP1 from the water and transported him to North Bridge Boat Ramp. St Lucie County Fire and Rescue transported OP1 to Lawnwood Regional Medical Center. OP1 was unstable and unconscious for three days. OP1 has broken ribs, water in his lungs, a fractured right leg, lacerations to his left leg, and a laceration to his scalp. results of BLAC .92  ;OP1 was unstable and intubated for three days. OP1 has broken ribs, water in his lungs, a fractured right leg, lacerations to his left leg, and a laceration to his scalp.


BARDID: FL-2021-0448
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-07-14 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Cow Key Channel
NearestCityorTown: KEY WEST
County: MONROE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (fuel)
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Fuel
DayofWeek: Wednesday
RedactedNarrative:
On 07/14/2021, at about 13:45, FWC dispatch advised of a boat fire in Cow Key Channel in Key West. They advised of two persons on board that had left the vessel and had been picked up by a good sam. 
FWC investigator arrived and rescued the occupants of the burning vessel. 
Officers Arrived at South Roosevelt Drive, adjacent to the boat fire. We observed the vessel on fire. We observed investigator along the seawall with the two occupants. We observed that Coast Guard had arrived on scene and Key West Police Fire Vessel was also on scene. We watched Key West fire put out the boat fire.
The occupants advised that the vessel just started to burn. They said they tried to put it out and were unable to. 
It came to my attention that the owner of the vessel no longer lives in Key West. 
On 08-02-2021, I tried contacting boat owner. I left a message for her to call me back in reference to her boat insurance and what has been done with the vessel since the fire.
08/04/2021.
I have called both numbers that I was able to find to get insurance information and to see if the vessel is still operational. I have had no response. A female answered the phone when I called the number. I identified myself and asked to speak with owner and she told me I had the wrong number. I am closing this unable to get insurance information and whether or not the vessel still runs.


BARDID: FL-2021-0449
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-08-01 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: GULF OF MEXICO
NearestCityorTown: NAPLES
County: COLLIER
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Force of wake/wave
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
SINGLE VESSEL BOATING ACCIDENT DUE TO RECKLESS PWC OPERATION AND NAVIGATION RULES VIOLATION, RESULTING IN EJECTION OF PWC OPERATOR AND COMPOUND FRACTURE OF LEFT LEG AT KNEE. The VICTIM stated he had entered the Gulf of Mexico from Marco Pass and was driving northbound towards Naples Pier. As he was riding about 30 MPH, the waves started increasing in size adjacent to the north end of Keewaydin Island as they approached Gordon Pass. He increased speed to jump higher on the waves. As turned to go right over one wave, the PWC pitched up into the air. The back of the PWC clipped the top of the wave causing his PWC to rapidly pitch forward back into the water. Because his jet drive was turned to the right (starboard), it abruptly yawed right, causing him to eject over the front of the PWC and impact the water at a high rate of speed, fracturing his leg.; 
VICTIM:LEFT (L) TIBIA (SHIN BONE) COMPOUNDED (FRACTURED) OUT LEFT (L) KNEE, CAUSING LACERATION WHERE BONE BROKE SKIN AT KNEE. SPRAIN TO LEFT (L) WRIST. MULTIPLE CONTUSIONS (BRUISES) ALONG LEFT (L) SIDE OF BODY. TRANSPORTED BY COLLIER COUNTY EMS AMBULANCE TO NCH BAKER-DOWNTOWN EM. ROOM. ADMITTED TO HOSPITAL FOR TREATMENT OF INJURIES. ALERT, COHERENT, AND PRE-MEDICATED DURING POST-MIRANDA INTERVIEW. NO OTHER INJURED PARTY.


BARDID: FL-2021-0450
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-05-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:20:00
CoordinatesConfidence: NC
NameOfBodyOfWater: Suwannee River
NearestCityorTown: UNINCORPORATED
County: LAFAYETTE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Sharp turn
DayofWeek: Tuesday
RedactedNarrative:
On May 4, 2021 at approximately 7:19pm V-1 was travelling downstream in the Suwannee River south of Suwannee Cove Campground. For an unknown reason V-1 turned hard to starboard and struck several trees on it's port side. All three occupants were ejected into the water. V-1 continued operating with no occupants, circling clockwise in the river until striking a dock, hanging on a cable that secured the dock to shore and coming to rest. V-1 operator was later found deceased. Two occupants were able to swim to shore, suffering only minor injuries.
At the time VICTIM’s body was recovered, a minor laceration was observed above his left eye and a circular shaped abrasion was observed on his left chest area. According to District 2 Medical Examiner, VICTIM’s primary cause of death was drowning. They stated that upon examination, VICTIM had a small laceration near his left eyebrow, subdural hemorrhage at the back of his brain but no skull fracture. They stated he was surprised at the subdural hemorrhage because the laceration to VICTIM’s eyebrow did not look to be severe on the outside. He stated the injury to VICTIM’s head could have knocked him unconscious causing him to drown. He stated there were no other head injuries located.  He stated VICTIM had two fractured ribs (ribs 1 and 2) on his left upper chest. He also stated that VICTIM had mild to moderate heart disease and was morbidly obese.


BARDID: FL-2021-0451
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-03-23 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 20:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: BISCAYNE BA Y
NearestCityorTown: MIAMI
County: MIAMI-DADE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Person departed vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by propeller
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Tuesday
RedactedNarrative:
On January 3, 2021 at approximately 1830 hours, a male was swimming in the area of Pace Picnic Island from a 33-foot Sealine Yacht. He tried to board the vessel using a ladder while the vessel motors were engaged. Swimmer was struck by vessel propeller on his leg. 
OP1 engaged the vessel’s electronic auto positioning system to keep the vessel in place as he prepared to drop anchor. During that time, VICTIM decided he was going to go for a swim and jumped off the bow (front) of the vessel. OP1 turned on the vessel’s underwater lights to illuminate the water while he swam.  VICTIM was in the water for approximately 10-20 minutes before he decided to board the vessel from the starboard (right) stern (rear) where the ladder was located. The vessel was not yet at anchor and the electronic auto positioning system was still engaged, this system routinely causes the motors to pivot in different directions and engages the motors in forward and reverse propulsion to keep the vessel in the desired location automatically without notice. VICTIM approached the stern (rear) of the vessel to climb up the ladder when the starboard (right) motor pivoted towards him, the propeller struck his right leg and entangled his bathing suit. The propeller struck and severely lacerated his right foot. VICTIM also received multiple propeller strikes to the left thigh causing lacerations. VICTIM’s bathing suit was caught in the propeller. OP1 ran to the helm and turned off the engines, he then entered the water to cut the portion of VICTIM’s bathing suit that was wrapped up in the propeller. Passengers called 911 and advised them of the situation. ; VICTIM:Mangled right foot that was non-viable, open fracture of right fibula and tibia. Left upper thigh laceration, subcutaneous soft tissue defect with open defect to the muscle in the anterior lateral aspect of the left thigh.   VICTIM received several procedures once he arrived at Jackson Memorial Ryder Trauma Center. VICTIM’ right foot was deemed non-viable; an amputation was performed on the right foot and ankle along with washout of left thigh wound.


BARDID: FL-2021-0452
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-08-01 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 20:14:00
CoordinatesConfidence: C
NameOfBodyOfWater: Spur Canal No. 1
NearestCityorTown: GOLDEN GLADES
County: MIAMI-DADE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Poor
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
AccidentCause1: Unknown
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
On Sunday, August 1st, 2021, at approximately 8:14 PM, Miami-Dade County received a complaint from an unidentified female in reference to a possible boating accident. 
A Black male was observed face down in the water at Spur Canal in Miami-Dade County. He was operating a Personal Watercraft (PWC) but was ejected at some point during the recreational voyage. He was observed by the caller struggling in the water after falling from the PWC and remained face down/unresponsive. 
The victim was recovered from the water by Miami-Dade Fire Rescue personnel and transported to Jackson North Medical Center where he was pronounced deceased at 9:10 PM. An autopsy of the victim was conducted by Miami-Dade Medical Examiner Office and the results are currently pending. 
This boating accident is currently under investigation. ; 
On Sunday, August 1st, 2021 at approximately 8:14 PM, Miami-Dade Police Department Communication Center received a call reference a Black male observed face down and unresponsive in the water at Spur Canal, Miami-Dade County. Miami-Dade Fire Rescue and Miami-Dade Police Department personnel arrived on scene at approximately 8:21 PM and provided medical assistance to the victim.  A nearby witness called 911 after she observed Victim operating a Personal Watercraft (PWC) and getting ejected from it. He was struggling in the water and was later observed face down.  Victim was transported to Jackson Medical Center (North) where he was pronounced at 9:10 PM. An autopsy was conducted at the Miami-Dade County Medical Examiner Office and the results are pending.


BARDID: FL-2021-0453
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-07-17 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Black Creek
NearestCityorTown: GREEN COVE SPRINGS
County: CLAY
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fall in vessel
AccidentCause1: People on gunwale, bow, or transom
AccidentCause2: Force of wake/wave
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
On 7/17/2021, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, was on patrol in Clay County, Florida. At approximately 1450 hours, as I was preparing to launch my patrol vessel at Knight’s boat ramp at the confluence of Black Creek and the St. Johns River, I observed two Clay County EMS vehicles enter the boat ramp parking area and make their way towards the outer most ramp.
	 I approached the ramp and observed a white female, VICTIM, lying on the floor of a boat, FL7411JJ, being operated by a white male, later identified as OP1. As I approached along with EMS, both OP1 and VICTIM advised that they were travelling on Black Creek with OP1 operating and VICTIM riding in the bow area of the vessel. They stated that upon making contact with a large wave or wake, VICTIM was lifted approximately three to four feet in the air and landed on her buttocks, injuring her back. I advised my dispatch of the vessel accident and I assisted EMS with removing VICTIM from the vessel and obtained VICTIM’s and OP1’s information from OP1 as well as took a photo of the vessel.
	 FWC responded to St. Vincent’s Hospital Clay County, where VICTIM was transported to, and began to take her statement until I arrived. OP1 then arrived at the hospital and also provided a sworn written statement. Both OP1’s and VICTIM’s statements stated the same information given to me at the boat ramp. They advised that the accident occurred on Black Creek, just east of the railroad trestle but were unable to provide an exact location on Black Creek. OP1 and VICTIM gave me permission to then go to their home to further photograph the vessel.
	I contacted VICTIM several days after the accident via telephone and she advised that she received a CT scan and an MRI but is currently awaiting the results.
	No further action taken at this time.; VICTIM: On scene at the boat ramp, VICTIM stated that she was in pain in her back and could not move. She was removed from the boat by Clay County EMS and transported to St. Vincent's Hospital Clay County. When I arrived at the hospital, VICTIM was in the emergency room waiting to be seen. She had been given pain medication and was able to move all parts of her body.  	Several days later I attempted to contact OP1 to be updated on VICTIM's condition but was unable. Finally, I was able to make contact with VICTIM via telephone and asked of her injuries. VICTIM stated that she received a CT scan and an MRI but had not received any results and was recovering at home. 	No further information at this time.


BARDID: FL-2021-0454
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-07-22 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Atlantic Ocean
NearestCityorTown: ST. AUGUSTINE
County: SAINT JOHNS
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (non-fuel)
AccidentEvent2: Person departed vessel
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Electrical
DayofWeek: Thursday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel 1 (V1), identified as Florida registered sailing Vessel FL2241PC was out approximately 5 miles west of the St. Augustine Pier in the Atlantic Ocean practicing tacking and jibing under both sail and engine power. The vessel was operated by the owner at approximately 1:00 PM OP1 noticed smoke begin to billow from the closed gangway door. The door was hot to the touch and he had to force the door open. Once able look below OP1 noted he could not see the flames but only thick black smoke. He called Coast Guard over VHF Radio and Saint Johns County Shirreff Office, St. Augustine Police Department, and St. Augustine Fire Department responded. A good Samaritan picked up OP1 from his boat and St. Augustine Fire Department extinguished the fire. The vessel was towed to OP1’s dock. OP1 was checked by EMS and was uninjured. 
The following day I returned to inspect the vessel. The char damage seemed to indicate the fire was concentrated at the mouth of the starboard rear berthing area. A melted extension cord and damages to the cushion it was melted into, could indicate the fire was electrical in nature. The batteries and battery box had no visible damage and the electrical panel and the electrical inverter seemed to have only minor damage caused by the flames/heat.
One factor that could have contributed to the fires growth where some accelerants located on the floor where charring damage was significant. It appeared there where two old oil filter and some unidentified chemicals in a metal sealed can.
Based on the facts gathered up to this point it would appear the fire was electrical in nature originating potentially from an electrical extension cord.


BARDID: FL-2021-0455
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-07-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: ICW
NearestCityorTown: PALM BEACH
County: PALM BEACH
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Overloading
AccidentCause2: Force of wake/wave
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
VESSEL (V01: STINGRAY BOAT COMPANY / 2019 / 20 F / WHITE / FL2405SL ) 

On July 4, 2021, V1 was southbound in the east ICW channel approximately 3/4 mile south of the Lake Worth Inlet in an unrestricted area with 9 passengers.  An unknown large vessel was northbound, throwing a substantial wake.  The operator of V1 took water over the bow from the wake and swamped the vessel, causing the occupants to go into the water.  There were no injuries.  The vessel was recovered by Sea Tow Palm Beach and returned to the livery the following day.


BARDID: FL-2021-0456
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-06-06 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Intracoastal Waterway
NearestCityorTown: BOCA RATON
County: PALM BEACH
WaterConditions: Choppy
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Navigation rules violation
AccidentCause3: Congested waters
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
On June 6th, 2021, at approximately 1330 hrs, OP1 and three passengers were headed north on the ICW near Highland Beach Police Department. OP1 was the operator and owner of the 29' foot personal vessel. In front of the 29' vessel was a 16' vessel traveling north as well. This vessel was operated and owned by OP2. Also on board were two other passengers. A yacht traveling south in the ICW caused a wake slowing vessel traffic down. OP1 did not see the smaller vessel causing a collision between the two. Boca Raton Police Department marine units, Highland Beach Police Department, and Palm Beach County Fire Rescue marine vessel responded to the scene. OP2 was the only injured subject and was transported by EMS personnel to Delray Medical Center for treatment.  V1 (29' Century) ramped up the wake from the cabin cruiser and overrode and crushed V2 (16’ Scout) injuring its operator. On duty charge nurse advised of condition as “stable” with “high risk”.Depressed skull fracture, Increase in bleeding, heading to emergency craniotomy surgery,	Humorous fracture, Dislocated shoulder, Left eye blindness with multiple facial fractures


BARDID: FL-2021-0457
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-07-18 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:31:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Grand Lagoon
NearestCityorTown: PANAMA CITY
County: BAY
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: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause3: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
On 07/18/2021, a collision between two Personal Watercrafts occurred just inside the No Wake zone in Grand Lagoon. This incident occurred when a PWC tour was slowing down as it entered the no wake zone, the third PWC slowed to a stop as the fourth PWC failed to do so it ramped over the third PWC causing damage to the impacted vessel and it's occupants. 

The striking PWC (V01: FL7678SZ) was operated by OP1 (13yoa)
The Impacted PWC (V02: FL5437SZ) was operated by OP2 and occupant.

Both of the Persons from V02 were admitted to Bay Medical Center for their injuries, while the operator from V01 was uninjured. 

The mother of OP1 signed an agreement with the rental company due to OP1 being under the age of 18.. While on-scene I issued the mother of OP1 for allowing her 13 year old son OP1 to operate a PWC. ; Victim 2 sustained cuts and bruising.  ; Victim 1 sustained fractured vertebrae, cuts and bruising.


BARDID: FL-2021-0458
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-08-07 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 21:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Escambia Bay
NearestCityorTown: PENSACOLA
County: ESCAMBIA
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Poor
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause2: Improper lookout
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
On August 7th, I was notified of a boating accident.  At approximately 9:00 p.m., a vessel was traveling north in Escambia Bay heading toward the mouth of Escambia River.  The operator OP1 was looking at the vessels GPS to assist her in navigation. The only passenger who is also the vessel's owner, was shining a flashlight to assist with navigation. When they approached the river's entrance OP1 ran aground on a protective barrier / breaker.  The breaker prevents erosion to a small unnamed island at the mouth of the river.  
When the vessel ran aground OP1 was thrown forward and collided with the vessels steering wheel and console.  Owner called 911 for assistance.  Fire fighters with Escambia County arrived and assisted both occupants to the nearest boat ramp which was at Owner's Fish Camp.  OP1 was transported to the hospital for treatment.  I spoke to Owner, and she described what happened.  I brought Owner home and agreed to meet with her the next day.
On August the 8th, I spoke Owner and she reported the OP1 had broken her sternum when she impacted the steering wheel.  She also told me that she contacted her insurance company and arranged for Seatow to remove her vessel from the breaker.  I met Seatow at the crash site and took photos.; OP1:When vessel ran aground, the operator broke her sternum after impacting steering wheel. She also lacerated her leg, which did not need stiches and bruised her head.


BARDID: FL-2021-0459
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-08-01 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: MARINE STADIUM BASIN
NearestCityorTown: KEY BISCAYNE
County: MIAMI-DADE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
On August 1st, 2021, I responded to a call of a boating accident in the Miami Marine Stadium Basin. I arrived on scene and located the 55 foot Azimut “Thales” (V2) anchored towards the back of the basin. The captain of the vessel witnessed the accident, and stated that he was at anchor when a PWC (V1) struck his starboard side. The operator of the PWC stated that he was cruising on his PWC when he got too close to V2. He attempted to turn away to avoid collision but was unable to due to his speed and off-throttle steering. The starboard side of V1 struck the starboard side of V2 with its handlebar and hull, causing multiple scuffs, minor scratches and a small crack to the gel coat of V2. V1 was undamaged. OP1 and his girlfriend (unidentified) were both ejected but uninjured. They got back on the PWC and exchanged information with OP2, then waited for me to arrive to make the report. I cited OP1 for careless operation of a vessel.


BARDID: FL-2021-0460
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-08-08 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 05:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: St. Johns River
NearestCityorTown: PALATKA
County: PUTNAM
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentCause1: Equipment failure
EquipmentFailure: Auxiliary
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
A houseboat, bearing FL 8161 SM, sprung a leak in the area of the Palatka City Docks. The occupant was able to escape, unharmed, and has stayed with the vessel. It is currently partially submerged and floating, secured to the shoreline. The owner/ operator intends to beach it at high tide to assess the damage and make repairs.


BARDID: FL-2021-0461
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-07-17 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: ST. JOHNS RIVER
NearestCityorTown: OSTEEN
County: VOLUSIA
WaterConditions: Calm
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentEvent3: Person struck by propeller
AccidentCause1: Congested waters
AccidentCause2: Force of wake/wave
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
On July 17th, 2021, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission was dispatched to a single vessel boating accident on the St. John's River involving subject's who were ejected and one that was struck by the vessel's prop.
OP1 was operating the vessel (Vessel 1) westbound at approximately 20 mph on the St. John's River. A larger vessel heading the opposite direction went by them and produced a large wake. Vessel 1 hit the wake on the port side, causing the occupants to shift to the starboard side. When this occurred, the vessel rolled to it's starboard side and the occupants were ejected into the water. No killswitch lanyard was worn, so the vessel continued under power circling to it's starboard side, eventually striking OP1 with the prop. 
A good samaritan on another vessel observed what happened and picked up the occupants of Vessel 1. OP1 called his father using the good samaritan's phone because he was also out on the river that day. His father then picked him up and took him to the Jolly Gator Fish Camp where deputies and EMS were waiting for them. OP1 was then transported to Central Florida Regional Hospital in Sanford by EMS. He sustained several lacerations to his neck, left arm, right leg and the left side of his chest. He received several stitches and staples for his injuries and was later discharged. 
Owner stated he stayed behind with the vessel since it was still under power and circling in the middle of the river. He also stated, shortly after the accident occurred his friend showed up on a PWC and was able to shut the motor off on Vessel 1. Vessel 1 did not incur any damages, and the other occupants onboard did not have any injuries. OP1 was transported to Central Florida Regional Medical Center located in Sanford where he was treated for several lacerations on his neck, left arm, left side of his chest and right leg. He received several stitches and staples for his wounds. He was later discharged and is back at home recovering.


BARDID: FL-2021-0462
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-07-24 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: PENSACOLA BAY
NearestCityorTown: PENSACOLA
County: ESCAMBIA
WaterConditions: Choppy
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with submerged object
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/swamping
AccidentCause1: Hazardous waters
AccidentCause2: Missing or inadequate navigation aids
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
V1 WAS TRAVELING EASTBOUND UNDER NEW CONSTRUCTION AT 3 MILE BRIDGE AND STRUCK AN UNMARKED CONCRETE PILING NORTH OF THE MIDDLE SPAN.
ON JULY 24, 2021, V1 WAS TRAVELING EASTBOUND UNDER NEW 3 MILE BRIDGE AND STRUCK AN UNMARKED CONCRETE PILING NORTH OF THE MIDDLE SPAN.  V1 SUSTAINED SUBSTANTIAL DAMAGE TO HULL AND TRANSOM, DAMAGE PRIMARILY ON PORT SIDE OF HULL.  OPERATOR/OWNER LIMPED VESSEL BACK TO RESIDENCE WHILE TAKING ON WATER AND CALLED FWC TO REPORT ACCIDENT.  SITE WAS VISITED ON 7/31/21 AND PHOTOS WERE TAKEN OF UNMARKED-NEARLY SUBMERGED PILINGS.  OPERATOR NOT CITED DUE TO NOT BEING ABLE TO SEE OBSTRUCTION.


BARDID: FL-2021-0463
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-06-27 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:45:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Black Creek
NearestCityorTown: MIDDLEBURG
County: CLAY
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
On Sunday June 27, 2021 at approximately 20:15 hours, OP1 was operating his Personal Watercraft (PWC) in the area of South Fork Black Creek and CR 218 bridge when he collided with the concrete bridge pile.  The impact caused significant damage to the vessel and minor injuries to OP1's right hand.
I was able to observe the video later and his verbal explanation of the accident along with his written statement leaves no doubt as to what contributed to the accident.  OP1 was travelling too fast for the area as he attempted to make a left turn under the bridge.  He panicked letting off the throttle when he realized he misjudged his speed and sharpness of the curve. Letting off the throttle resulted in complete steering loss due to the PWC being propelled by a waterjet. OP1 struck a pile with the starboard side glancing off and then hit the neighboring pile with the port side bow section.  Most of the damage was to the port side bow.; OP1 received a small abrasion in the web of his right hand between his thumb and index finger.


BARDID: FL-2021-0464
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-05-13 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:38:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: ICW
NearestCityorTown: MIAMI BEACH
County: MIAMI-DADE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Thursday
RedactedNarrative:
Two PWC's were involved in an accident resulting in injuries.
V1 approached V2 to discuss riding conditions/area when it struck V2 on the port side at approximately midship with its bow. During the accident OP2 sustained injuries to his leg which required him to be transported to the hospital. Both parties on scene gave conflicting statements as how the accident happened with OP1 stating he tried to talk to OP2 about riding to close to the beach when OP2 accelerated in front of him causing him to crash into him. OP2 was unable to give a statement due to his injury, but a female subject on scene claimed the accident was caused by OP1 who he stated collided into them as they were moving. 

At the time of this report this is all the information available to me. OP2: Broken ankle that was treated at hospital.


BARDID: FL-2021-0465
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-05-22 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 00:01:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: ICW
NearestCityorTown: MIAMI
County: MIAMI-DADE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
31ft vessel being operated at night had a collision with a channel marker causing injuries to four people on board that were treated and released from the hospital.
I was told by both parties separately that OP1 was the operator and OCCUPANT 1 was working the spot light to find their way home in the dark. OCCUPANT 1 told me that the light was turned off momentarily and that’s when they collided with the channel marker. OCCUPANT 2 was located at the bow in front of the console and was launched forward were she sustained injuries by colliding with the front of the vessel. Her injuries were described as facial trauma with broken teeth and a broken jaw. She also had a laceration on her knee. OCCUPANT 2’s injuries were the most severe; the other occupants sustained lacerations and bruises and were treated at the hospital as well. ;
OCCUPANT 3 suffered bruising and lacerations that were treated at the hospital.; 
OCCUPANT 2 suffered a broken jaw and damage to her mandible. She also suffered a laceration to her knee.; 
OCCUPANT 1 suffered a laceration to his face and bruising on his body.; 
OP1 sustained bruising and lacerations during the crash and was treated at the hospital.


BARDID: FL-2021-0466
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-06-06 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:36:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Gulf of Mexico
NearestCityorTown: DUNEDIN
County: PINELLAS
WaterConditions: Rough
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent3: Person departed vessel
AccidentCause1: Hazardous waters
AccidentCause2: Force of wake/wave
AccidentCause3: Improper anchoring
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
On June 6, 2021, around 1930 hours, a 23' deck boat which was anchored on the sandbar about 150 feet off the beach on Honeymoon Island, became swamped in rough seas. The two occupants were able to safely wade ashore and the rented vessel was subsequently recovered from a half-submerged status the next day. 
At about 1900 hours the operator of the rented vessel, OP1, brought the vessel into the shallow waters just inside the sandbar, located about 150 feet from the beach on Honeymoon State Park. OP1 anchored the vessel from the bow and from the stern, then let all the occupants of the vessel wade in to the shore. 
OP1 and PAX1 attempted to pull up the anchor and leave the beach a short time later. While pulling up the bow anchor the vessel became grounded on the shallow sandbar, causing high waves to crash over the bow and fill the vessel with sea water. It soon became apparent the vessel was swamped with sea water and the two occupants abandoned the vessel, wading to shore. 
The rental vessel company (Freedom Boat Club), was contacted and two employees were escorted to the vessel from the beach, at which time the vessel was securely anchored. Freedom Boat Club employees brought out a pump and removed the vessel from the beach two days later.


BARDID: FL-2021-0467
State: FL
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2021-07-16 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Gleason
NearestCityorTown: DELTONA
County: VOLUSIA
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
V1 was operating near the middle of Lake gleason heading South. V2 was operating headed northbound. V2 turned West (Portside). V1 struck V2 broadside (Starboard). Operators of V1 and V2 were ejected.
I made contact with OP2. OP2 told me that he was operating (V2) a 1997 Yamaha personal watercraft (FL5760KJ) near the middle of Lake Gleason when another personal watercraft (V1) collided with him hitting the vessel broadside (Starboard), ejecting him into the water. He stated that the operator of the other vessel (OP1) came back, asked if OP2 was ok, and brought him to shore. After that OP1 trailered V1 and left. During this time some argument ensued between, OP1, an unidentified female with him, and OP2. 
Someone called 911 and Volusia County Sheriff’s Office responded. EMS also responded. OP2 said he was seen by EMS but refused transport.
OP2 said the vessel belongs to his cousin. OP2 stated that the vessel was destroyed. OP2 said that the vessel was removed from the lake, but he did not know where it was. I later located V2 and attained pictures. (included in report)
I later made contact, by phone, with OP1. OP1 stated that he was operating V1 on the lake when V2 began crossing in front of him. This caused V1 to collide into the side of V2. OP1 stated that he was ejected from V1. OP1 stated that he got back on V1 and brought OP2 back to shore. OP1 stated that OP2 claimed to be uninjured. OP1 then trailered V1 and left the lake. OP1 claims that there is damage to the lower portion of the bow of V1 of an unknown amount. OP1 stated that he was uninjured. OP1 sent pictures of damaged V1. (included in report); OP2: Subject stated that he went to the hospital, but left before receiving treatment.


BARDID: FL-2021-0468
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-08-12 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Biscayne Bay
NearestCityorTown: MIAMI
County: MIAMI-DADE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
DayofWeek: Thursday
RedactedNarrative:
An unknown vessel at an unknown time struck the bow of another vessel that was moored in a marina slip causing damage to the spot light and railing.


BARDID: FL-2021-0469
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-07-25 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:15:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Atlantic
NearestCityorTown: MARATHON
County: MONROE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Force of wake/wave
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
On July 25, 2021, there were three subjects riding on a personal watercraft (PC).  The PC struck a small wave and the female passenger riding on the back, was ejected.  The female injured her groin area from the water jet. VICTIM: On August 4, 2021, I made contact with victim father.  He stated that VICTIM was released from the hospital on August 2nd.  She suffered a laceration from her vagina to her anus, along with internal injuries that required more than 200 stitches. VICTIM left the hospital requiring a colostomy bag.  She will be returning in the near future to be reexamined by medical staff.


BARDID: FL-2021-0470
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-08-14 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 20:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: CHOCTAWHATCHEE BAY
NearestCityorTown: FREEPORT
County: WALTON
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Poor
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Navigation rules violation
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
V1 was traveling on plane at approximately 30 mph going eastbound when it struck V2, which was settled in the water. V1 struck V2 on the port side mid-ship and V1 proceeded over the top of V2 settling in the water. Both V1 and V2 were still operational and proceeded to different boat ramps.; VICTIM 2:Subject received lacerations to her left thigh, left calf and right shin from broken glass that came from her vessel after the impact from V1.; VICTIM 1:Subject was sitting on the rear casting deck seat and received a laceration above her left eye after hitting the leaning post upon collision.


BARDID: FL-2021-0471
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-08-07 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: St Joe Bay
NearestCityorTown: PORT ST. JOE
County: GULF
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Skier mishap
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by propeller
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
On Saturday August 7, 2021 at approximately 1830 eastern, I received a call from FWC Communications that a child had been struck by a boat propeller in St. Joe Bay, and that the family was transporting him to Eagle Harbor where Gulf County EMS was enroute to as well.
At this point, the extent of injuries was unknown.
I arrived on scene at Eagle Harbor at 1916 eastern, and made contact with the vessel's operator.  The victim was already loaded up inside the ambulance, and being transported to Bay Medical Center in Panama City.
According to OP1, he and his wife were on board V1 (FL 5234 NS) and they were attempting to pull VICTIM on an inflatable ski tube.  OP1 said that VICTIM was in the water with the tube a safe distance behind the boat as he was operating the boat to get in position to start towing him.  OP1 then said that VICTIM was having difficulty pulling himself onto the top of the tube.  At this point OP1 said that he is certain that he put the engine in neutral as his wife, PAX 1 pulled the tow line towards the stern area of the boat to help VICTIM get on the tube.  OP1 walked around to the stern area to assist. 
OP1 then went on to say that as PAX 1 pulled the tube and VICTIM almost to the back of the boat, VICTIM attempted to climb onto the tube again, but fell back into the water.  When he surfaced, he was right next to the engine, and started complaining that he was bleeding.  
PAX 1 and OP1 pulled VICTIM onto the back of the boat, and saw that he had a large cut on his right thigh and two more smaller cuts above his right ankle. (See attached photos)  PAX 1 applied pressure to the wounds as OP1 called EMS, and operated V1 back to Eagle Harbor.
I spoke with PAX 1, and she confirmed everything OP1 had told me in detail.
I explained to them that no rules had been violated during this accident, and that it was possible that the engine was not completely in the neutral position when it was still spinning and cut VICTIM's leg.  I further explained to OP1 that operator inattention may have contributed to this accident, and that he should in the future make sure that his engine propeller has completely stopped spinning before attempting to pull a swimmer into the back area of the boat from the water.  ; VICTIM received three lacerations on his right leg.  (See attached photos)  Laceration #1:  A large cut on his right thigh a few inches below his groin area.  Laceration #2:  A smaller cut above his right ankle.  Laceration #3:  Another smaller cut above his right ankle.


BARDID: FL-2021-0472
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-08-08 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Gulf of Mexico
NearestCityorTown: CUDJOE KEY
County: MONROE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Person departed vessel
AccidentEvent3: Person struck by propeller
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
On August 8, 2021, OP1 was operating his vessel near Marvin Key.  The vessel ran aground in shallow water.  Two occupants entered the water to try and push the vessel to deeper water.  As VICTIM 1 was climbing up the swim ladder or was possibly standing on the swim platform, OP1 put the engine in gear.  VICTIM 1 suffered a laceration to his left thigh from the engines propeller. VICTIM 1 suffered a laceration from a propeller striking his left thigh, just above the knee.  He received approximately 20 stitches at Lower Keys Medical Center.


BARDID: FL-2021-0474
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-08-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: St Joseph Sound
NearestCityorTown: CLEARWATER
County: PINELLAS
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Wednesday
RedactedNarrative:
On Wednesday, August 4, 2021, at approximately 1130 hours, boating accident #FWCC21OFF005769 occurred in St. Joseph Sound, Clearwater, Pinellas County, Florida near the second spoil island north of Memorial Causeway bridge.  Vessel one (V1) with one operator on board and Vessel two (V2) with one operator on board were traveling north in a PWC tour from Clearwater Beach Marina.  V1 was the first PWC behind the lead tour guide.  V2 was riding in the tour behind and to the port side of V1.  The lead tour guide slowed down and motioned for V2 to get back in direct file line behind V1.  At this time V1 had slowed down because the lead tour guide had slowed down.  The operator of V2 complied with the lead tour guide’s command to get back in line behind V1 and steered his vessel to the east and toward V1.  When V2’s operator steered toward V1 and realized his speed was over taking V1, V2’s operator let off the throttle and turned the PWC’s steering controls to the west.  However, V2 did not change direction of travel due to no propulsion.  V2 struck V1 and the operator at mid ship on the port side.  The operator of V1 sustained a serious injury to his left leg and was transported to Morton Plant Hospital.  The operator of V2 received no injuries.; OP1's received a serious injury to his left leg due to an impact from another PWC.  OP1 was transported to Morton Plant Hospital in Clearwater Florida.  There he was diagnosed with a broken leg.


BARDID: FL-2021-0475
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-07-18 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: St Johns River
NearestCityorTown: COCOA
County: BREVARD
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
SYNOPSIS
On July 18th, 2021 at approximately 1230 hours, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) responded to a single vessel boating accident on the St Johns River at the Camp Holly boat ramp off of SR192 in Brevard County, FL. The vessel was a 14' silver airboat (FL0877JH) that had 3 occupants. The vessel was traveling North on a small airboat trail when the rear left side of the airboat hit a cypress tree causing one occupant to get ejected from the front seat. The ejected occupant was taken back to the Sweetwater boat ramp where they were trauma alert transported to Holmes Regional Hospital. The estimated damage to the vessel is approximately $500.
INCIDENT
On July 18th, 2021 at approximately 1230 hours, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) responded to a single vessel boating accident on the St Johns River at the Camp Holly boat ramp off of SR192 in Brevard County, FL. Once on scene I made contact with Brevard county Brevard County Deputy. Brevard County Deputy advised me that all occupants of the vessel had left and had taken the vessel with them. 
Brevard County Deputy advised me that she had spoken to OP1 and he advised her that he had recovered the airboat and trailered it back to his residence and that VICTIM 1’s husband was on his way to Holmes Regional Medical Center to be with his wife. FWC re-routed to Holmes Regional Medical Center to get the information. 
I arrived at OP1 address where I located the airboat involved in the accident. OP1 advised me that they were riding the Buttonwood trail North just off of Bulldozer canal when the rear end of the airboat hit a cypress tree and caused VICTIM to get ejected off the front of the airboat after hitting the front grass rake. OP1 said that they helped VICTIM back into the airboat and transported her back to Camp Holly where she was transported by EMS to Holmes Regional Medical Center. 
VICTIM was admitted to Holmes Regional Medical Center where a CAT scan revealed that she had received several broken ribs from the accident. 
Pictures were taken of the vessel damage and FWC drove to the scene of the accident to take pictures and document the GPS location. 
All diagrams are not to scale. 
CONCLUSION
The airboat was traveling North on the Buttonwood trail from Bulldozer Canal when the rear left side of the airboat struck a cypress tree causing VICTIM to get ejected forward into the airboat's grass rake and eventually off of the airboat. PAX 1 and OP1 helped get VICTIM back on the boat where she was transported back to the boat ramp where she was met by EMS and transported to Holmes Regional Medical Center. VICTIM received several broken ribs from the accident and was treated at the hospital. Estimated damages to the airboat are $500. Pictures of the damage to the vessel and cypress tree were taken for report purposes.

Body Camera Footage was taken.

End of Report.; VICTIM was sitting on the bow of the airboat that was traveling North on a tight trail when the rear of the airboat struck a cypress tree causing VICTIM to get ejected from her seat. VICTIM hit the front grass rake of the airboat when she was ejected causing her to have several broken ribs.   The operator of the airboat brought VICTIM back to the boat ramp where she was transported by EMS to Holmes Regional Medical Center. VICTIM was admitted into Holmes Regional Medical Center where the doctors performed CAT scans that revealed VICTIM had several broken ribs.


BARDID: FL-2021-0476
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-06-12 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:12:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Atlantic ocean
NearestCityorTown: HOLLYWOOD
County: BROWARD
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (fuel)
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent3: Person departed vessel
AccidentCause1: Ignition of spilled fuel or vapor
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
On June 12, 2021, at approximately 1700 hours Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, investigated a boating accident. Florida vessel FL0046RB departed Dania Cut Off Canal in Dania Beach, FL enroute to the Bahamas with two persons onboard. The operator of the vessel OP1 and the crewmember.  During the transit, CREWMEMBER identified smoke bellowing out of the engine room, and grabbed the fire extinguisher from the cabin of the vessel. CREWMEMBER initial actions to extinguish the fire were unsuccessful. CREWMEMBER then retreated to the second helm station to assist in re-establishing radio communication to broadcast the ‘MAYDAY”. Once the MAYDAY was broadcasted and received by United States Coast Guard (USCG), they made the decision to abandon the vessel. Both persons mustered on the bow of the vessel and grabbed a fender for flotation and jumped into the water. USCG arrived on scene and pulled both OP1 and CREWMEMBER from the water and took them Fort Lauderdale Marina in Fort Lauderdale, FL.  vessel was engulfed in flames and burned completely to the water line causing the vessel to capsize and sink.


BARDID: FL-2021-0477
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-07-28 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 08:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: GULF OF MEXICO
NearestCityorTown: KEY WEST
County: MONROE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Person departed vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by propeller
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Wednesday
RedactedNarrative:
V1 OPERATOR ANCHORS V1- ENGAGES MOTOR ASTERN TO SET ANCHOR
OPERATOR OF V1 LEAVES VESSEL ENGAGED ASTERN 
OPERATOR OF V1 ENTERS WATERS -BECOMING SWIMMER1 (S1)
S1 MEETS AT STERN OF VESSEL WITH SWIMMER 2 (S2)
S1 RIGHT UPPER THIGH MAKES CONTACT WITH MOVING PROPELLOR CAUSING INJURY

Operator of V1 entered the water at stern of vessel to begin snorkeling/lobster activity. V1 motor was still in clutch forward/gear and propeller rotating. Operator/Swimmer injured on right buttocks area. Deep lacerations requiring surgery.


BARDID: FL-2021-0478
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-05-07 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 23:00:00
CoordinatesConfidence: C
NameOfBodyOfWater: ATLANTIC OCEAN
NearestCityorTown: BOCA RATON
County: PALM BEACH
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Overloading
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
V1 was heading northbound 1/4 mile offshore of Boca Raton, FL with six people on board to go fishing.  While the vessel was still in motion, the vessel operator (OP1) noticed the vessel's engine was not responding to the throttle.  He mentioned it to the passengers in the rear of the vessel and they observed water coming into the vessel.  OP1 called a friend who was fishing nearby to let him know they were taking on water.  As the victim (VICTIM) was attempting to hand out life jackets, the vessel capsized and everyone was ejected into the water.  OP1's friend responded to the area and retrieved everyone but VICTIM from the water.  VICTIM was not seen after the vessel capsized.  USCG, FWC, and Boca Raton PD, are conducting an active search for VICTIM.


BARDID: FL-2021-0479
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-08-08 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:45:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Tampa Bay
NearestCityorTown: TAMPA
County: HILLSBOROUGH
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (fuel)
AccidentEvent2: Person departed vessel
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Engine
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
On August 8, 2021 at approximately 1130 hours five passengers boarded V1 and went on a cruise from their home and headed to Hula Bay just past Gandy Bridge.  The vessel stopped running 50 yards from Pier 32 Marina/Gas Docks.  OWNER was able to get a good Samaritan to tow them to Pier 32 gas docks.  OWNER called Boat US and he arrived at Pier 32 gas docks.  OWNER put 22 gallons of gas in the vessel and was able to get the vessel started. OWNER stated he tended to the dock lines and OP1 turned on the air blowers and they left the dock. OWNER stated he asked Boat US towing if he could follow them back to their home in case they broke down again.  
At approximately 1345 hours OP1 was operating the vessel and left the gas docks heading West out of the channel.  OP1 was past the day marker towards the center span of the Gandy Bridge when he started to accelerate the vessel. The vessel was sluggish so OP1 gave it more gas and that is when they heard a loud pop. Fire and heavy smoke started coming out of the engine compartment. VICTIM 2 was sitting on the starboard rear seat, and VICTIM 1 was sitting on the port seat carrying her son when the engine caught fire.  OWNER used the vessels fire extinguisher and put the fire out and everyone jumped into the water.  A good Samaritan picked up everyone from the water and transported them all to Pier 32 where they were met by EMS.  
VICTIMS were transported by EMS to Tampa General Hospital where they were treated for 2nd degree burns.  VICTIM 1 had burns on 12 percent of her body with burns on her legs, front and back.  VICTIM 2 had burns on 10 percent of her body with burns on her right arm and right leg.  They were both treated and released within a few hours from Tampa General Hospital. 
OWNER's vessel was towed by Boat US.  This officer met OWNER at his residence and took numerous photographs of the vessel.  I also had OWNER fill out a boating accident witness statement. VICTIM 1:2nd degree burns on 12 percent of her body, both legs front and back. ; VICTIM 2:2nd Degree burns on 10 percent of her body on her right arm and right leg.


BARDID: FL-2021-0480
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-08-02 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: INTER COASTAL WAY
NearestCityorTown: SARASOTA
County: SARASOTA
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator of rental PWC collided into dock while up on plane in a slow speed zone. Operator was ejected into the water after physically hitting dock. She was rescued by a Good Samaritan who rendered aid and transported her to a nearby marina. Operator was later transported to hospital by EMS and admitted over night.    
The following day I responded to the hospital and met with OP1 who was found in bed complaining of pain. She stated that she was on the jet ski for approximately twenty minutes traveling north in the ICW. She missed the slow speed sign and was speeding up on plane. At some point she panicked and held onto the throttle instead of letting off, and subsequently collided into a dock on the right side near the mangroves. She reported she was ejected, struck her head on the dock and landed in the water where she swallowed a lot of water. She stated she recalled blacking out and when she came to, was being aided by another boater. OP1 stated her main complaint was water in the lungs and head injury. ; OP1:1) Injury to head and face. 2) Injury to left leg 3) injury to lungs (caused by S/W inhalation).


BARDID: FL-2021-0481
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-07-16 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:01:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: ICW
NearestCityorTown: FLAGLER BEACH
County: FLAGLER
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with submerged object
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/swamping
AccidentCause1: Hazardous waters
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel 1, Florida registered vessel FL2680PV, was traveling southeast in the ICW 1/8 mile north of Hershel King Boat Ramp. Vessel 1 was operated by OP1. Vessel 1 was occupied by PAX 1.
 At approximately 12:00pm, Vessel 1 collided with submerged objects, later identified as a palm tree and rock. No one onboard sustained injuries.
OP1 stated he was going south in Vessel 1, just north of the Hershel King boat ramp. OP1 stated he was doing about 10MPH.  He stated he did not see anything on top of the water, and that he collided with submerged objects, causing the engine compartment to start taking on water. OP1 stated the boat began to sink but he was in approximately 3 feet of water.  Tow Boat US responded and was able to patch the hull and get the vessel afloat. 
Upon inspection to the damage sustained to Vessel 1, I observed impact damage to the hull near the stern and the prop shaft of the engine. I observed wood chipping from the Palm Tree and scratch marks from the rock on the hull.


BARDID: FL-2021-0482
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-07-31 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Marina
NearestCityorTown: CAPE CORAL
County: LEE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
V1 was running rough on West dock face North. V2 was docked on East dock facing North. V1 was untied and drifted South and slightly turned. V1 was put in forward gear and the bow of V1 hit the front port side of V2.


BARDID: FL-2021-0483
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-07-25 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Whale Harbor Channel
NearestCityorTown: ISLAMORADA
County: MONROE
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Navigation rules violation
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
V1 was headed toward the bridge in Whale Harbor Channel. V1 turned off the throttle and was drifting with the tidal current. V1 struck the motor of V2 that was anchored at the sandbar.


BARDID: FL-2021-0484
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-07-22 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:15:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Atlantic Ocean
NearestCityorTown: MARATHON
County: MONROE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentCause1: Weather
DayofWeek: Thursday
RedactedNarrative:
Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission, was on duty, in uniform, and on patrol in Marathon, Monroe County, Florida on 23 July, 2021.  
	At approximately 0900 hours, I was dispatched to respond to a vessel that capsized and was adrift on 22 July, 2021.  At approximately 1515 hours, US Coast Guard responded to a distress call of a vessel taking on water approximately 5 miles South of Marathon, FL.  The vessel, FL 0197 GD, was operated by OP1.  The vessel was occupied by OP1's minor daughter and another passenger.  OP1 attempted to drive the boat back to land and contacted US Coast Guard to report his boat taking on water.  Coast Guard members removed the occupants of the boat and transported the 3 people back to land.  The boat subsequently sunk and was left adrift.
	On 23 July, 2021 at approximately 0930 hours I began a search for the capsized and adrift boat.  At approximately 1100 hours, we found the boat approximately 1 mile North of Sombrero Key Sanctuary.  We secured the boat, noted it's location, and updated US Coast Guard with the current location.
	At approximately 1300 hours 23 July, 2021 I made contact with OP1 and obtained Sworn Written Statements from OP1 and PAX1.
	On 24 July, 2021 at approximately 0900 hours, Sea Tow salvaged and retrieved the boat.  Later on the same day OP1 removed the boat on a trailer.
	All incidents occurred in Monroe County, Florida.
	Body Worn Camera video footage is available.


BARDID: FL-2021-0485
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-08-15 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:46:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: ICW
NearestCityorTown: HOBE SOUND
County: MARTIN
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel 1 traveling northbound of the Intracostal Waterway of Hobe Sound entered into the slow speed zone while on plane. Vessel 1's wake caused nearby Vessel 2 to strike the dock that it was affixed to. 
OP1 stated that he is not familiar with the boating safety zones within the Intracoastal Waterway (ICW) in Martin County. OP1 (V1) stated that due to his lack of familiarity with the boating safety zones, he realized only after he passed the posted sign stating slow speed zone for the area in which he was currently traveling in. OP1 (V1) stated that he then reduced his vessel’s speed and then went into the cabin portion unaware of any effects from his vessel’s wake. 
	OP2's statements and incurred damage to his vessel place Vessel 2 (V2) at a dock within the slow speed zone. Vessel 1’s wake created from entering the slow speed zone while still on plane caused OP2's vessel (V2) to rock up and down resulting in the bow-mounted fire monitor handle to become bent as it struck the underside of the dock.


BARDID: FL-2021-0486
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-08-14 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:50:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: ICW
NearestCityorTown: STUART
County: MARTIN
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Force of wake/wave
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel 1 attempted to over take Vessel 2 on Vessel 2's port side while both were traveling south on the ICW nearing Peck's Lake in Martin County. Vessel 1 began to cross the wake of Vessel 2 when it then struck Vessel 2's port side outboard motor. 

	Vessel 1 (V1) was traveling approximately 21-40 mph while trailing Vessel 2 (V2) which was traveling approximately 10-20 mph. During Vessel 1 (V1)’s attempt to overtake Vessel 2 (V2) it was stated that it encountered the wake from Vessel 2 (V2) which effected the operator’s ability to steer. The operator stated that off-throttle steering was not an issue as she was applying the throttle during the maneuver. The maneuver was performed with too great of speed and a lack of proper distance necessary to avoid the collision with damage matching and paint transfer indicating that the collision was more direct than glancing as an attempt to overcome a wake would require.


BARDID: FL-2021-0487
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-08-21 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:01:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Florida Bay
NearestCityorTown: KEY LARGO
County: MONROE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel 2, a PWC occupied by a father and juvenile daughter, had slowed to a stop in open waters to fix the daughter's hat.  Vessel 1, a PWC operated by another adult family member who had no experience operating vessels, failed to see Vessel 2 stop and collided the front of his borrowed PWC into the rear of Vessel 2.  There was a large cooler attached to the stern platform of Vessel 2 that took the brunt of the impact.  The female juvenile passenger was ejected from the PWC and landed in the water.  She suffered water in the lungs and head trauma.  She was airlifted to a Miami hospital for advanced treatment but was expected to make a full recovery.  ; 
OP2: Subject suffered a laceration above his left eye but refused medical treatment.  Suspected to have been caused when his forehead hit the steering column/handles on his PWC.; 
PAX 2:Subject was riding on the back of a PWC that had a cooler mounted behind her.  Another PWC ramped up on the back of PWC victim was passenger on.  Victim was ejected from the PWC and was initially diagnosed with head injuries (blood coming from ears) and lung issues (fluid detected) with some foam coming from the mouth.  Victim was reported to have been unconscious in the water until rescued shortly after impact.    
Per ICU Doctor at Nicholas Children's Hospital, Miami, the day after incident the lungs were completely clear but the victim was having vision issues due to a concussion that was putting pressure on the optic nerves.  Victim was starting vision therapy to correct the issue.  This was not believed to be permanent physical impairment. 


BARDID: FL-2021-0488
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-08-11 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 21:40:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Atlantic Ocean
NearestCityorTown: FORT PIERCE
County: SAINT LUCIE
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Light
Visibility: Poor
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Person departed vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
AccidentCause3: Restricted vision
DayofWeek: Wednesday
RedactedNarrative:
V1 was traveling into the Fort Pierce Inlet. It missed the inlet and struck the rocks on the North Jetty. I was notified of the vessel accident the next day. I first saw the vessel on a sand bar being floated in the Fort Pierce Inlet. The vessel was floated by Boat US and towed to Stan Blum Boat Ramp. It arrived at approximately 1345. I photographed the vessel as it was being removed from the water. I also talked with the Captain of the vessel here. 

The vessel had multiple large holes in the bottom and sides of the hull. There were also multiple cracks and scraps along the bottom of the vessel.   The transom of the vessel also appeared to have damage. The engine bracket was broke. The engine lower units were scratched and the engine cowling was cracked. The holes on the bottom of the vessel appear to have come from the rocks at the jetty. 

The vessel Captain stated that he has been fishing out of his inlet for years and knew the waters well.  

It appears that he captain of the vessel got distracted, slowed down, and got off course on a dark night. This caused the vessel to hit the rock at the end of the North Jetty.


BARDID: FL-2021-0489
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-05-28 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 20:05:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Port Largo Canal
NearestCityorTown: KEY LARGO
County: MONROE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentEvent2: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator of V1 was standing up on his left leg operating V1 with his right foot on the handlebars.  He lost balance and fell off V1. As he fell, his foot caused the throttle to accelerate causing V1 to turn hard right, colliding into the port side hull of docked V2. 

After interviewing involved parties and witnesses, as well as assessing vessel damage, I determined that OP1 was standing up on his left leg operating V1 with his right foot on the handlebars.  He lost balance and fell off V1. As he fell, his foot caused the throttle to accelerate causing V1 to turn hard right, colliding into the port side hull of docked V2. After resurfacing from the water, OP1 was informed that he had caused damage to V2 but proceeded to leave the scene of the accident without exchanging information or contacting law enforcement to report the accident.  While interviewing OP1 about the accident, he provided me with a false phone number for the individual who was with him at the time. This impeded my ability to investigate the boating accident and the criminal violations related to the accident.


BARDID: FL-2021-0490
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-08-20 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:35:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Atlantic Ocean
NearestCityorTown: KEY WEST
County: MONROE
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with commercial vessel
AccidentCause1: Navigation rules violation
AccidentCause2: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
V2, a commercially registered personal watercraft, was engaged in an "follow the leader" tour when a crossing situation was presented with V1, a commercially registered fishing vessel. V2 failed to give way to the stand on vessel, V1. V2's starboard side collided with the port/bow of V1. See detailed narrative for further details.
Vessel 1 stated they were heading north into Key West Harbor from Mainship Channel, when the line of PWC’s began crossing over his vessel’s bow (port to starboard). He maintained his course, and when the crossing situation presented itself, the PWC did not give way and collided with his vessel on the bow. They continued by stating occupant, shouted to OP1 to stop since the vessels collided. OP1 then immediately throttled down and straight into reverse, making his starboard engine stall and shut down.


BARDID: FL-2021-0491
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-08-12 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Atlantic Ocean
NearestCityorTown: ISLAMORADA
County: MONROE
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Falls overboard
AccidentCause1: Weather
DayofWeek: Thursday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel capsized ocean side of Whale Harbor Channel, Islamorada.
I met the primary renter and operator and other occupants of the vessel for interview. Upon interview, OP1 explained that he departed the livery at approximately 1400 hours along with five other POB, two adults, and three children. They headed offshore from the dock and attempted to find somewhere to anchor close to Cheeca Rocks Sanctuary Preservation Area (SPA), oceanside of Upper Matecumbe, Islamorada. Due to deteriorating water conditions, they decided to head towards the sandbar area, oceanside Whale Harbor Channel, when they started to take waves over the bow of the vessel, and with too much water coming in for the vessel to be able to dewater, the vessel began to capsize.

OP1 managed to call for assistance from the livery before the vessel fully capsized. A Good Samaritan vessel nearby managed to pull everyone from the water shortly after the vessel capsized. A manager from the livery, arrived on another vessel to assist and the people were transferred to her vessel. Shortly after, a Coast Guard vessel, US Tow Boat Vessel, and an FWC vessel arrived at the site. The vessel was recovered by the US Tow Boat salvage vessel and towed back to the liveries dock.


BARDID: FL-2021-0492
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-08-07 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 22:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: ICW
NearestCityorTown: FT. LAUDERDALE
County: BROWARD
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
On Saturday, 08/07/2021 at approximately 2230 hours the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) Dispatch received a call from Air and Marine Operations (AMO) about a vessel that struck a sea wall. The vessel struck the sea wall approximately 1/4 mile south of the Sunrise Blvd Bridge in the Intracoastal Waterway (ICW). I was dispatched to the call and arrived at the scene at approximately 2300 hours. When I arrived on scene, The AMO agents had the vessel secured to the sea wall. The United States Coast Guard (USCG) was also on scene and had the operator on board their vessel. The vessel was a 25 foot Sea Hunt with a Florida registration of FL1088RL. The operator was identified by FWC Dispatch as OP1. OP1 did not have any injuries and had minimal damage to his vessel. The sea wall that he struck was not damaged. 
V1 was headed North on the ICW approximately 1/4 south of the Sunrise Blvd Bridge in Fort Lauderdale. V1 was operating at a slow speed, approximately 5-10 miles per hour. V1 veered left and struck the sea wall. After striking the sea wall, V1 slowly backed away from it. V1 cleared from the sea wall and attempted to continue northbound. The AMO agents that witnessed the accident initiated a vessel stop on V1 and secured the vessel to the sea wall. Operator was arrested for boating under the influence.


BARDID: FL-2021-0493
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-07-30 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:50:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Biscayne Bay
NearestCityorTown: MIAMI
County: MIAMI-DADE
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Excessive speed
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
On 7/30/2021 at 1750 hours, two personal watercrafts (PWC's) were involved in an accident in Biscayne Bay, just outside of Miami Marine Stadium. FL 6435 PT collided with the stern quarter of FL 0254 SS.; OP1 was struck by a PWC and sustained a head injury resulting in a concussion. She was admitted to the hospital and was in stable condition.


BARDID: FL-2021-0494
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-05-02 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:15:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: ST LUCIE RIVER
NearestCityorTown: STUART
County: MARTIN
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fall in vessel
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Force of wake/wave
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel 2 was operating in the slow speed zone on the St. Lucie River in Martin County at the Roosevelt bridges. Vessel 1 traveling the opposite direction in the same area, came up on throttle within the slow speed area creating a wake. The wake of Vessel 1 violently pitched Vessel 2 and an individual near the bow of Vessel 2 was lifted into the air and slammed back down into the vessel and became injured and has had to seek medical treatment ongoing.  compression fracture to lower vertebrae; 

Victim's L4 vertebrate was severely compressed and fractured from the fall in Vessel 2 due to Vessel 1's wake.


BARDID: FL-2021-0496
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-08-05 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: key6 west harbor
NearestCityorTown: KEY WEST
County: MONROE
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fall in vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause2: Force of wake/wave
DayofWeek: Thursday
RedactedNarrative:
On 08/05/21, dispatch advised of a boat crash with possible injuries. It was advised that the victim may have a broken ankle. FWC officer went to the location of the reporting party. FWC gathered statements from the tour operator, insurance information, vessel information, and collected a picture of the vessel showing no damage. The tour operator said they were going back to the dock and they ran into some small waves in the harbor. He said the victim was not slowing down and he turned around and saw her launch off the back left of the ski. He went over to her and she said her leg was broken. He called Coast Guard and while they were waiting, she said her leg popped and she could move her foot.
FWC went to Lower Keys Medical Center to interview the victim. She said it was a little wavy and she got bounced out of the pwc. She said she must have hit the vessel as she was flying off. She said she knew that her foot was broken and she reached down and popped it back in place. The doctor said it was broken and  they put a boot on her foot and lower leg.
Operator told me that she got ejected from the PWC on a big wave. She said she hit her leg on the PWC and thought right away it was broken. She said she looked down at her foot and it was facing a way it should not have been. She said she reached down and pushed it back the way it was supposed to be.  The Doctor at the hospital confirmed that the tibia was broken. The hospital staff put an air cast on it.


BARDID: FL-2021-0497
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-08-17 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:50:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: ICW
NearestCityorTown: OSPREY
County: SARASOTA
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: Sharp turn
AccidentCause3: Excessive speed
DayofWeek: Tuesday
RedactedNarrative:
Both vessels were traveling together north in the ICW, with vessel #2 approximately 20 yards offset behind vessel #1. Operator of vessel #1 made an unexpected left turn directly in front of vessel #2 causing a collision. Both were ejected. Operator #1 received injury to her leg and was transported to an area hospital.

Investigation revealed vessel operator #1 (based on her statement) was doing approximately "25 mph" and her husband, operator #2, was doing about "50 mph" northbound in the ICW channel of Little Sarasota Bay. Operator #1 made a sudden left turn directly in front of vessel #2. Operator #2 who was approximately 20 yards behind and off set to the left, came off the throttle at full speed and had no control of his steering. Operator #2 was unable to avoid striking into the left side of vessel #1 subsequently injuring his wife. Both operators stated they were ejected off their vessels, and wearing life jackets at the time of the incident. ; 

Operator #1 had injury and major bruising to her left leg and upper thigh.


BARDID: FL-2021-0498
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-07-31 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:25:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Choctawhatchee Bay
NearestCityorTown: FT. WALTON BEACH
County: OKALOOSA
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Person departed vessel
AccidentCause1: Hull failure
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
V-1 was traveling southeast from Cinco Bayou in Choctawhatchee Bay at approximately 15 mph. The structural integrity of the transom had been weakened due to the completely rotten wood within the transom. The force of the motor pushed the bottom of the engine mounting bracket through the transom while pulling the top of the transom down and rearward. Water entered the bilge causing V-1 to sink to the top of the gunwales. O-1 and two other occupants exited V-1 without injury. V-1 suffered total electrical system, engine, and structural damage due to exposure to saltwater.


BARDID: FL-2021-0499
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-08-22 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:49:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Gulf of Mexico
NearestCityorTown: STEINHATCHEE
County: TAYLOR
WaterConditions: Rough
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person departed vessel
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
AccidentCause2: Equipment failure
AccidentCause3: Weather
MachineryFailure: Engine
EquipmentFailure: Auxiliary
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
On Sunday, August 22, 2021 at approximately 1449 hours. Vessel 1 (V1) (FL9783NU) operated by OP1 was attempting to make way. Due to the waves and wind picking up. When the motor stalled, it caused an abrupt stop causing waves to crash over the stern. The bilge pump was unable to keep up and ultimately capsized the vessel. All 4 occupants were able to put on life jackets and swim away from the vessel.


BARDID: FL-2021-0500
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-08-22 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:34:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Old Tampa Bay
NearestCityorTown: SAFETY HARBOR
County: PINELLAS
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by vessel
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Excessive speed
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
On August 22, 2021 at approximately 1400 hours V#1 and V#2 were heading North, a quarter of a mile from the Center Span of Courtney Campbell Causeway Bridge, Hillsborough County, Tampa Florida.  V#1 was following V#2 and were going between 20 and 30 mph when V#2 turned sharp to the left into the path of V#1. V#2 collided with V#1 and went over the bow and the starboard side of V#2.  The operator of V#1 was thrown into the water and suffered lacerations to his right eye brow and the right side of his chin, also inhaled a significant amount of water into his lungs. The operator of V#1 was transported to St. Joseph's Hospital where he was later intubated and extubated 22 hours later and released on August 27, 2021.   No other injuries were reported. Victim: Laceration over the right eye Laceration right side of the chin, Water in the lungs, but will be discharged on August 27, 2021


BARDID: FL-2021-0501
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-07-30 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:17:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Venice Inlet
NearestCityorTown: VENICE
County: SARASOTA
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
AccidentCause2: Equipment failure
MachineryFailure: Engine
EquipmentFailure: Auxiliary
OtherEquipmentFailure: Halon system
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
Documented Vessel DO DO1181748 was entering the Venice Inlet Jetty near channel marker 2A. Vessel 1 had a mechanical engine failure resulting in the vessel’s halon system activating causing the loss of propulsion. Vessel 1 drifted in the Venice Inlet where it came to rest parallel along the south Venice Jetty seawall. Approximant value of mechanical damage to vessel 1 was estimated to be $13,000.


BARDID: FL-2021-0502
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-02-23 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 09:40:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Indian river lagoon
NearestCityorTown: VERO BEACH
County: BREVARD
WaterConditions: Rough
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fall in vessel
AccidentEvent2: Falls overboard
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Tuesday
RedactedNarrative:
On February 23rd, 2021, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) was on patrol when I received a call reference a boating accident. The accident occurred at the Sebastian Inlet State Park (SISP) ¼ mile East offshore out of the Sebastian Inlet at Monster hole, located in Indian River County. 
The subject jumped a wave with a jetski and upon landing he fell off the jetski breaking his ankle. The subject was transported to the hospital and treated for injuries. 
OP1 was admitted into the Sebastian River Medical Center for a broken right leg. Both the bones (Tib and Fib) in his right leg were broken.


BARDID: FL-2021-0503
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-08-16 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: HILLSBOROUGH RIVER
NearestCityorTown: TAMPA
County: HILLSBOROUGH
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Fair
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
On 08/16/2021 V1 (22’ Sea Pro FL 6670 SP) was heading Southeast in the Hillsborough River in Tampa, Florida.  At approximately 1400 hrs V1 lost control and collided with the shoreline causing the vessel to ramp up on dry land. The operator of V1 was ejected from the vessel just prior to impact with the shoreline. The other passenger onboard at the time of the accident remained inside the vessel during the accident. Neither the operator nor passenger sustained any injuries. Both individuals involved in the accident then fled from the scene.  
On 08/16/2021 V1 (22’ Sea Pro FL 6670 SP) operated by OP1 was heading Southwest in the Hillsborough River idle speed zone near the Florida Ave. overpass. Onboard the vessel at the time was PAX1. OP1 was traveling at a high rate of speed near a bend in the river.
At approximately 1400 hrs, V1 collided with the shoreline causing the vessel to ramp up into a wooded area. Just prior to the collision with the shoreline, the operator of V1 was ejected from the vessel and ended up in the water uninjured. PAX1 remained inside the vessel all throughout the collision and was also uninjured.  V1 sustained damage to the keel as well as the port and starboard chines. The operator of V1 (OP1) was recovered from the water by a good Samaritan. After the accident both OP1 and PAX1 left the scene without notifying law enforcement or the residence at the accident site.  No damage was sustained to the property nor were there any other vessels involved in the accident.  
Based on interviews, assessment of the damage, and information gathered to date.  The operator of V1 (OP1) was traveling at a high rate of speed within an idle speed zone when he became distracted by a cell phone that fell from onto the deck. This action made OP1 over correct the vessel causing it to collided with the shoreline. OP1 and PAX1 then left the scene of the accident without notifying the proper authorities because they stated they thought the property was vacant.


BARDID: FL-2021-0504
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-08-29 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:06:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Amelia RIver
NearestCityorTown: FERNANDINA BEACH
County: NASSAU
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentEvent2: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent3: Person struck by vessel
AccidentCause1: Starting in gear
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
He stated that they were North of the Shave Bridge (SR 200) in the Amelia River when he got off his ski to use the bathroom. OP1 stated that when he got back onto his jet ski he turned it on, then proceeded to put on his life jacket. As he was putting his life jacket on, the jet ski took off, throwing him off into the water. He stated when he surfaced, he saw the jet ski heading towards the ski with his son. He stated his ski struck OP1’s ski and then took off a few yards doing 360's. He stated the ski then straightened out and started heading towards OP1’s ski again, striking them a second time, throwing them both off of the jet ski. 
I asked OP1 what caused the jet ski to take off and he stated his lanyard was wrapped around the throttle. When he put on his life jacket it caused the throttle to engage. ; 
VICTIM: on August 29th, 2021, VICTIM was involved in a boating accident resulting in serious injuries. VICTIM had a laceration to her left foot which resulted in three stitches. She had a laceration to her left ankle, a scrape across her left leg, and abrasions to her left buttocks.  VICTIM was conscious and stable the entire time. She was transported by Nassau county EMS to Baptist Health in Fernandina.  Pictures of VICTIM’s injuries are attached to this report.  End of report.


BARDID: FL-2021-0505
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-07-25 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 20:04:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: St Johns River
NearestCityorTown: TITUSVILLE
County: BREVARD
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Fair
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
SYNOPSIS
On July 25th, 2021, at approximately 2004 hours, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) responded to a boat accident on the St John’s River near Paw Paw mound in Brevard County FL. The vessel was a 13' homemade airboat that had one occupant. The airboat was traveling South towards seven palms when the speed of the vessel caused the airboat to catch air and ejected the operator. The operator was picked up by a good Samaritan and transported back to the SR50 boat ramp where they were transported to Orlando Regional Medical Center(ORMC) for treatment. The operator sustained a broken neck and several bruises. The estimated damage to the airboat is $2500. 
INCIDENT
On July 25th, 2021, at approximately 2004 hours, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) responded to a boat accident on the St Johns River near Paw Paw mound in Brevard County FL. The vessel was a 13' homemade airboat that had one occupant. 
Once on-scene, OP1 had already been transported to ORMC. Lieutenant 1 with FWC re-routed to ORMC to get a statement and check on OP1. 
I met with several of OP1's close friends and relatives at the gate entrance off of SR50 who were handling retrieving his vessel that was severely damaged. Pictures of the boat and the damages were taken at this time.  OP1's boat was turned over to his Uncle who stated that he would be taking it back to OP1's house. 
Once at ORMC, Lieutenant 1 retrieved information on OP1's condition. The results had come back that OP1 had received a broken neck and had several other small bruises. OP1 was unable to give a statement at this time so Lieutenant 1 took his contact information to meet with him at a later date. 
On August 6th, 2021, I met with OP1 at his residence to get a statement on his recollection of the incident and to issue him several warnings. OP1 provided a sworn written statement and was issued warnings for violation of navigational rule for unsafe speed, no pfd on-board, and no bill of sale on board. 
CONCLUSION
On July 25th, 2021 FWC responded to an airboat accident just South of Paw Paw mound that had flipped over and ejected the operator. A good Samaritan vessel observed OP1 laying on the shore unconscious after the accident and transported him back to the SR50 boat ramp where he was transported to ORMC. OP1 was treated for a broken neck and several bruises. The estimated damages to the airboat are approximately $2,500.
Body Camera Footage was taken.
End of Report. OP1 stated that he was traveling South in the channel from Paw Paw Mound towards Seven palms on the St Johns River in Brevard County Fl when his boat went airborn and ejected him. OP1 was found by a good samaritan passed out on the shoreline of the river near his boat. He was transported back to the SR 50 boat ramp where he was transported to Orlando Regional Medical Center (ORMC).   At ORMC, OP1 was treated for a broken neck and some minor bruising on his back. OP1 was kept at ORMC for approximately a week before being released.


BARDID: FL-2021-0506
State: FL
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-08-08 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:10:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: st marks river
NearestCityorTown: CRAWFORDVILLE
County: WAKULLA
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (fuel)
AccidentEvent2: Person departed vessel
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
AccidentCause2: Equipment failure
MachineryFailure: Fuel
EquipmentFailure: Fire extinguisher
DayofWeek: Sunday
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The operator of the vessel advised they were traveling up the St. Marks River near marker 44 when the engine started to stall and then a small explosion happened inside the engine compartment. They used the vessels flame arresting system which put out the fire at first, then it reignited. They used the fire extinguisher they had on the vessel and two other fire extinguishers from Good Samaritan vessels. Again the fire went out and then reignited at that point they got off of the vessel onto the Good Samaritan vessels. Shortly after Officers arrived on scene.


