RedactedNarrative: The Operator was an experienced kayaker on Lake Michigan with wind and waves the operator later described as rough conditions(2-6 foot waves).  The wind and waves caused the operator to flip his kayak and fall from the vessel.  The operator was able to stay with his overturned kayak, but the waves continued to crash over the operator's head, causing cold shock and increased gasping for air. 
  
  The operator was wearing a properly fitted and USCG approved PFD, however he was not wearing a wet suit in the 38 degree water.  The USCG responded to the incident after being notified of a person in the water and in distress.  The operator was located and he and his kayak were pulled from the water and taken to shore.  Once arriving at shore the operator was taken to a waiting ambulance.  The operator was treated for hypothermia with warming blankets by EMS and hospital staff before later being released by the hospital.
  
  The operator later retrieved the kayak from the USCG and found there was a crack in the fiberglass when the boat was brought on-board the USCG boat.  This damage was estimated at approximately $400 worth of repair work.
  