RedactedNarrative: On August 7, 2021, vessel, being operated was traveling downstream in the Amite River Diversion Canal when it struck a submerged object causing significant damage to the vessels hull. There were no reported injuries.
  
  Upon inspection the vessel was found to be equipped with the proper amount of required safety equipment including PFD's. 
  
  Investigative conclusions determined that subject struck a submerged / unseen log free floating under the surface to no fault of his and that subject made a good decision to quickly turn around and have everyone put on their PFD's. Alcohol is not suspected as a contributing factor in this incident.