Operator #1 was rowing a canoe when vessel #2 was operating in a circle in order to get water out of his vessel.  He had a missing plug and he put it in and activated the electric bilge pump.  He did not see the canoe and while circling caused a wake that capsized the vessel causing occupants to be thrown into the water.  There were 3 injuries from passengers on the canoe.  Operator #1 was issued a written citation for overloading and not having enough pfd's on board.  Operator of vessel #2 was not considered to be negligent as he did not see canoe.
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