A 52 foot Cruisers FBMY was cruising north under the Kent Narrows Bridge in heavy traffic and strong current.   While  attempting to avoid a nearby small fishing vessel in the channel,  the operator lost control and struck the cement piling support causing a hull breach below the water line and flooding.  NRP and a good samaritan escorted the vessel to a nearby marina and it was slung out of the water with a large gash in the port quarter.  The pumps kept up with the inflow of water.  There were no injuries and alcohol was not involved.  No charges were filed.
Chester