Vessel 2 starboard bow hit Vessel 1 starboard quarter

Sunday August 12, 2012 at approximately 1720

Two rental jet ski's were operating together just outside John's Pass on the north side near Madeira Beach. Vessel 1 operated by Operator1 was traveling West/Northwest at a speed of 10-15 mph and turned to the right (North/Northeast). Vessel 2 operated by Operator2 was traveling west at approximately the same speed. Operator2 stated he had water in his eyes and when he looked up Operator1 was in front of him and he was too close to avoid a collision. The starboard bow of Operator2's jet ski struck the starboard quarter of Operator1's jet ski causing moderate fiberglass damage to both ski's. Both operators reported no injuries and were towed back to Fly-N-High Wave runners at 207 Boardwalk Place. Madeira Beach, FL 33708. Operator2 was issued a written warning for failure to avoid a collision.

End of Report.

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