RedactedNarrative: Boat was sailing Northbound about 4 miles north of Lorain, Ohio.  Lake waves were 2ft. or less and light west wind.  Rain started as gale approached from the west.  Persons began to go below.  High west winds hit suddenly and capsized boat to starboard.  None of the occupants wore life jackets. 
  
  Occupants were able to climb onto overturned hull.  One had working cell phone and was able to text or email their place of employment in Cleveland at about 1630hrs. They in turn notified US Coast Guard Station Cleveland.  A 45'RBM left Cleveland. Vermilion PD and Lorain Marine Patrol also notified. Lorain County Sheriff NBI boat happened to be on patrol and heard the radio Pan-Pan.  They arrived first at about 1720hrs, and took all 8 occupants aboard their boat.
  
  Only minor injuries were reported, and all were taken to USCG Station Lorain.  Vessel salvaged by Tow Boat US.