RedactedNarrative: Operator #2 stated that he was following Watercraft #1 at 25 to 30 MPH when he got distracted by some loons in the water. 
  
  When he looked up, WC #1 was turned broadside to him and he had no time to react, thus hitting WC #1. When Operator #2 looked back, Operator #1 was in the water. 
  
  Operator #1 stated that he did not have very much experience on personal watercraft and he was just starting to feel comfortable on one. He was operating down the lake and was turning around when he saw WC #2 coming right at him. Operator #2 was looking the other way. Before Operator #1 could react, WC #2 hit the back of WC #1 and forced Operator #1 off the craft. Operator #1, with injuries, was taken by ambulance to the hospital. Life jackets were being worn, and alcohol was not a factor. Watercraft #1 sustained damage and was totaled. WC #2 had minor scuffing on the starboard side.