RedactedNarrative: On Sunday, June 26, 2022, at approximately 1:30PM a single vessel boating incident occurred on Lake Pontchartrain. Vessel 1 (V1) was occupied by two adult males who were fishing. The vessel was held in its position using the electric trolling motor's "anchor mode" feature. The trolling motor was located on the bow of the vessel. 
  
  A south wind, gusting up to 11 mph, and a strong incoming tide (east to west) created weather-related hazardous water conditions. The passenger was on the back deck of the vessel when the vessel took two large waves over the stern. 
  
  The passenger observed the water swamping the vessel and alerted the boat operator, who was toward the front deck of the vessel. The operator of V1 made several attempts to remove the water and get to shore, but he was unsuccessful. Both men donned their PFD's and V1 capsized. 
  
  The passenger used his cellphone to alert authorities and they were rescued by Sheriff's Office deputies on patrol nearby. Neither occupant received any injuries. Contributing factors include an increase in wind driven hazardous waves, fast moving tidal currents, and a reduction in free board due to uneven weight distribution toward the back of the vessel. Alcohol is not considered a factor in this incident. No citations were issued at the conclusion of the incident investigation.
  