Synopsis 

On September 3, 2023, at approximately 1700 hours two jet skiers were near “monsters’ hole” where larger than normal waves stack up and break. One of the jet skiers lost balance in the rough surf causing them to capsize. 

The second jet ski remained nearby in the rough surf causing them to capsize as well. Both PWC remained floating with both occupants in the water. Due to rough conditions a FWC patrol vessel was unable to reach them for rescue. FWC Captain and FWC Officer entered the water to bring the two occupants of the safely to shore. 

Operator1: On September 3rd 2023 operator1 capsized the PWC that he was operating, between the time of capsizing and rescue he hit in chin on the PWC causing a small laceration on the bottom of his chin. He was treated at Sebastian hospital. 

Operator2 :On Sept 3rd 2023 at approximately at 1721 hours operator2 PWC capsized in rough surf. Between the time of rescue and capsizing a wave pitched him causing into his right pelvis causing a contusion. He was admitted into the hospital and released the following day.

Atlantic Ocean
VERO BEACH                    