Vessel #1 was underway in the Chesapeake Bay with 6 people on board.They were recreational fishing for Rock Fish. Once in the bay they encountered heavy seas and strong waves. They continued to fish for a short period of time then the operator decided to head back to the dock due to the conditions. The occupants on board started to notice a large amount of water in the rear of the vessel. Further inspection showed the batteries under water. As they were heading in the vessel rolled over in the seas. All the occupants were thrown into the water. They each were holding a P.F.D but were not wearing them.The vessel operator was able to make a call to a family member to report the situation right before the vessel rolled. All occupants stayed with the vessel. EMS and the Natural Resources Police responded to the scene. All occupants were pulled from the water. Two occupants had no signs of life. CPR was administered and they were flown to the hospital where they were pronounced dead.All other occupants were transported by ambulance to the hospital.There were no other injuries. The medical examiner ruled both deaths as accidental drownings. No alcohol or drugs were involved in this accident.
Scotland