On June 13, 2009 at approximately 1645 hours, I (Ofc) received a dispatch to respond to the C & D Canal Basin concerning a vessel that had struck another vessel. I met Operator, who stated that as he was exiting his slip in reverse a strong gust of wind forced his vessel into the port side of the Adriana III. Operator stated that an eye-hook on his vessel chipped an area of approximately 2ft x 1ft on the Adriana III port side. I interviewed vessel2, the Adriana III Captain, who confirmed Operator account of the accident. Operator provided vessel2 with his insurance information. I observed the above listed damage and noted gusting winds due to threatening thunderstorms.vessel2 estimated the cost for repairs to the fiber glass to be approximately $5,000.00.
Chesapeake City               