operator stated two people wanted to ride the tube before returning the boat.  Both men refused to wear PFDs.  She stated she was traveling about 10mph and was "zig-zagging" and circling.  She had just circled and "hit a bump".  Someone looked back and both men were in the water.  She threw 3 PFDs toward the men as they tried to get the tube closer for them to swim to.  She dove in the water and swam to one person with one of the jackets and attempted to place it over his head.  He struggled and went under.  When operator dove in she stated she left the boat in gear.  Another subject was observed operating the boat after the men went under.  Both operator and second operator admitted that all three men had been drinking.  Blood was drawn at the scene by EMT.  Autopsies were requested on both deceased.  One victim had a BAC of .103.  The others were negative.
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