RedactedNarrative: Vessel operator stated that while operating the vessel approximately 1 1/2 miles off the coast of Long Beach Twp. heading South, the vessel struck a submerged tarp.  Operator stated that he had to enter the water to cut the tarp off both propellers, but the tarp caused damage to the Port and Starboard drive shafts and the transmissions.
  
     Investigation revealed: Vessel #1 substained damage to the drive shaft and transmission due to the vessel striking a submerged tarp while under power approximately 1 1/2 miles off the coast of Long Beach Twp.  No injuries reported from this incident.