RedactedNarrative: This accident occurred as the operator experienced engine problems and the engine quit running.  Due to the strong current and the operator unable to restart the motor, v1 drifted uncontrollably into a tree that was partially submerged in the river.  V1 was wedged against the tree and started taking on water at the stern of the boat causing it to swamp.  The driver and passenger were able to climb out of the boat and onto tree. Another vessel rescued the men.