Epo was notified of a boating accident that occurred in bristol harbor on 6-21-13.  Off. then called the owner/operator of the boat who stated that he and his 13-yr-old son were out sailing on their new boat in a northerly course in bristol harbor when the boat capsized without notice.  Bristol harbor master responded and the boat was brought to shore.  They were both transported to ri hospital, treated for mild hypothermia, and then released.  Operator1 said the cause of the capsize was failure of a broken bungee cord clamp that kept the centerboard in place while underway.  Also the mast float attached to prevent the boat from completely becoming inverted failed to operate.  Capsizing and subsequent towing snapped the mast in 3 places and caused  a crack in the hull along with other damage.  The 3.5hp outboard was also submerged.
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