On 4/27/2013, at 17:30 hours, vessel 1 was traveling up the Santa Fe River. After traveling through the curve at Betty Springs, vessel 1 entered the wake of several previous vessels. This was a contributing factor which caused operator to loose control of the vessel, striking a cypress tree on the Gilchrist County side. One occupant was ejected from the vessel, striking the bimini top before hitting the water. She was recovered from the water by another occupant, and transported across the river to the Suwannee County side. She was transported by ambulance to Shands Medical Center in Lake City, Florida. She was treated for back and hip injuries, and released the following day.
BRANFORD