Vessel 1, towing two tubers on two separate tubes, was travelling just southwest of the dam at West Branch State Park when the Operator of Vessel 1 swerved to starboard to avoid a large wake created by another nearby ski boat.  This 45-degree turn action caused the two tubes to slide into the same wake trough, resulting in the two tubes colliding with each other.  At the time of the collision, the second tuber's/Victim's left leg made contact with the first tuber's forehead resulting in a compound fracture to the second tuber's/Victim's leg; the first tuber (struck in the forehead) was not significantly injured.  Following the collision, another Occupant aboard Vessel 1 dove into the water to assist the two tubers.  Once everyone was back on board, the Operator contacted 911 and guided Vessel 1 to the East Boat Ramp where they were met by Emergency Services.  The Victim was transported to Robinson Memorial and then on to Akron Children's Hospital.  Vessel 1 also sustained minor damage to the detachable ski post as a result of the incident.
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