Vessel #1 and vessel #2 were traveling north bound in single file on the East Niagara River in the area of the foot of Harvey Drive, Grand Island, NY.  Vessel #2 made an abrupt turn in front of Vessel #1 causing a head-on collision.  Vessel #1 rode up the front of vessel #2 causing damage to the front end and striking the operator of vessel #2.  The operator of vessel #2 suffered serious head and chest injuries and was transported to Erie County Medical Center where he is listed in critical condition.  Operator of vessel #1 also apparently aspirated water causing lung damage.
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