RedactedNarrative: On Friday June 18, 2021 approximately 1500, Vessel 1 (PWC) was struck by Vessel 2 (PWC) causing damage to Starboard side of Vessel 1 and injuring the operator of Vessel 1. 
  
  Vessel 1 was occupied by just the operator.  The operator of Vessel 1 was transported to the hospital and was diagnosed with a fractured #2 vertebrae, fractured right shoulder blade, 12 broken ribs, and a collapsed lung which has BEEN RE-INFLATED but is still bleeding at the time of this report. The operator of Vessel 1 stated that she was traveling 10-20 mph in a NE direction back into the open sound when she turned her head to the right and saw another PWC coming in her direction.  She stated that she does not remember anything after the impact.   
  
  Vessel 2 (PWC) was occupied by just the operator, Operator 2 stated she was traveling 21-40 mph in a NW direction and the last time she saw Vessel 1 (PWC) it was located on her starboard side.  Operator 2 stated that Vessel 1 turned in front of Vessel 2 causing the two vessels to collide.  Operator 2 stated she turned Vessel 2 to the starboard side to try and avoid the impact. Vessel 2 (PWC) has black transfer on the hull indicating an override. 
  
  PFDS were worn by both operators.
  
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