RedactedNarrative: Vessel 2 was in the process of towing a third uninvolved vessel that was NUC. V2 made use of a 50' tow line and was towing from the bow while operating astern propulsion. 
  
  Vessel had a red flag displayed off the mast to indicate towing operations. Vessel 1 (PWC) approached at cruising speed and unaware of the presence of a tow line, attempted to pass between V2 and the vessel being towed. 
  
  As a result both operator and passenger of V1 were ejected from the PWC into the the water and sustained injuries. V2 given the nature of the towing activity was restricted in its ability to maneuver at the time of occurrence. Operator and passenger of V1 transported to Long Island Beach Medical Center. All vessels removed from scene by operators.