The operators of each vessel knew each other and were operating their pwcs in the panther creek section of high rock lake near operator1's residence.  Operator2 had travelled on vessel 2 toward the mouth of panther creek when he came to a stop to work on his vessel.  Operator1 had accelerated vessel 1 to catch operator2 on vessel 2.  Operator1 advised that operator2 had turned vessel suddenly into his path and operator1 was unable to avoid vessel 2 and struck vessel 2 in the center of the vessel on the starboard side.  When the collision occurred vessel 1 continued over the top of vessel 2 striking operator2 in the lower back area and causing operator2 to fall off the pwc.  There was no evidence of alcohol being involved.  Operator1 assisted operator2 to the shore.  Both were wearing pfds.
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