On 09/28/2013, at about 3:46 p.m., this vessel was drifting/fishing in the Swinomish Channel located in Skagit county WA.  The vessel lost power due to running out of fuel.  Once at the mercy of the current and wind, waves washed over the stern swamping the vessel.  The wave action separated the operator (the only person on board) from the vessel. 
 
Operator was located approximately 100' to the south of his vessel in the water wearing a PFD and holding onto another.  He was pulled aboard Skagit II and taken to a waiting Aid Card.  He was transported to Skagit Valley Hospital and admitted for treatment of hypothermia.
 
No fatalities / One injury
No apparent alcohol involvement
Damages were estimated at $1000.00
The operator/victim was wearing a PFD 
The operator did not have a Mandatory Boater Education Card - Exempt by Age
There were no Rules of the Road Violations.
Anacortes