RedactedNarrative: Vessel – *Late Model, 14’ C-Lark Fiberglass Sailboat (*Year Unknown)
  
  On 04/26/2019, at about 01:00 p.m., this vessel was sailing/changing direction on Lake Whatcom, north of marina/south shore, located near Sudden Valley/Bellingham, WA in Whatcom County.
  
  According to Operator, as he was sailing at the above location, a sudden wind gust capsized his vessel, mast down.  He swam from under the boat and became tangled.  The jib starboard sheet wrapped around the back of his neck, pulling his head/face against the hull at/above the water level.  
  
  Operator whistled and called for help.  Two unknown kayakers came from shore to assist.  A SWFA Rescue Boat arrived, cut the line and transported him to the ER where he was treated for hypothermia and released.
  
  1 Injury / 0 Fatalities 
  No Apparent Alcohol or Drug Involvement
  No Vessel Damage
  Operator was Wearing a PFD
  Operator Did Not have a Mandatory Boater Education Card – Exempt by Age
  