The operator had just picked up his vessel from repair and was traveling east on the St. Lawrence River when the operator experienced engine problems.  The operator was able to get the vessel underway and had removed the engine compartment cover to start the vessel.  The operator failed to place the engine compartment cover back on properly exposing the engine and exhaust.  A hole was discovered in the rubber connecting the engine and the exhaust.  The operator was overcome by the fumes from the exhaust and may have also experienced a sudden medical condition as he had not taken his insulin in the prior 36 hours as reported by his wife.  The operator was transported to Massena Memorial Hospital for treatment.
Massena