On 09/09/2012 around 1400 hrs, Vessel 2 (FL 9512 MZ) and Vessel 1 (DO 1190148, David's Gal) were entering the ICW through Haulover Inlet traveling westbound. Due to rough water conditions and strong current, V1 hit V2 causing damage to V2. 

According to statements of both operators, V1 and V2 were traveling westbound through Haulover Inlet entering the ICW. Wind and sea conditions were rough. 
Operator2 stated that V1 was coming in too fast after V2 already had slowed down in the Idle Speed Zone and struck him on the port-side transom area. There was visible damage on V2.
Operator1 stated that he was coming into the Idle Speed Zone at a low rate of speed and the current was carrying V2 towards his vessel and he could not avoid collision. He also stated that the impact was on his starboard transom area. There was no visible damage on V1. Operator1 was issued a warning for careless operation. Pictures were taken, no further action.

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