Vessel 1 was travelling north; Vessel 2 was travelling east, approaching from the port side of Vessel 1.  The bow of Vessel 2 impacted the port side of Vessel 1 midship causing damage to both vessels.  Following the collision the Operator of Vessel 1 complained of pain on the left side of her body; she was backboarded and transported to the hospital for treatment where it was determined that she had suffered a broken left scapula and five broken ribs on the left side.
Waynesville                   