RedactedNarrative: Vessel # 1 was leaving the tributary from Cooters Pond toward the Alabama River. Vessel # 2 was stationary and waiting to enter the tributary into Cooters Pond after seeing Vessel #1. 
  
  At that time, Vessel  #1 exited the No Wake zone and accelerated rapidly. In doing so Vessel #1 collided with Vessel #2. The operator of Vessel #1 stated he did not see Vessel #2. Both operators were transported by ambulances to Baptist South Medical Center in Montgomery, AL with serious injuries. Both vessels involved were able to be towed back to Cooters Pond and docked.