Vessel 1, LA2901FJ, was capsized after becoming caught in the wake of vessel 2, M/V Tiger Pride.  Vessel 2 was a tug that was in the process of maneuvering  a barge along the bank in an industrial area of Bayou Black.  The operator of vessel 1, Operator 1, and his passenger, Passenger 1 jumped over board as their vessel sunk under a separate barge docked along the opposite bank. Passenger 1 was able to reach an  ice chest and rescue himself. Operator 1 was washed under the barge.  He was rescued by the crew of the M/V Tiger Pride.  The crew of the Tiger Pride administered CPR. Operator 1 regained a pulse and respirations.  He was later transported to Terrenonne General Medical Center where he is currently is in CCU.  Neither subjects on vessel 1 were wearing PFD's. The deck crew of the Tiger Pride were wearing type V "Work Vests". Alcohol is not suspected in this case.
Amelia                        