RedactedNarrative: Operator states he was scouting in the area of White oak creek by boat to potentially set some traps. As he was headed down White Oak creek he stated he struck something in the water causing the canoe to list to the side and start filling with water.
  
  Operator1 states further that he was thrown into the water and the boat circled and went under. Operator1 was wearing his pfd and he stated he was in the water for approximately 10-15 minutes before being able to reach a cluster of trees and pull himself out of the water. Operator1 was able to contact Hardin Co 911 dispatch by cell phone and Hardin Co. fire personnel were able to retrieve Operator1 from the trees and bring him to shore. Operator1 was examined by Hardin EMS personnel but refused treatment. The area was flooded due to rising river levels. The vessel was recovered on 02/02/2019 but the motor and other items are still missing per Operator1 as of 02/20/2019
  