On Friday, March 31st, 2023 at approximately 0940 hrs, Subject OP1 was operating a 47-foot sailing vessel Northbound on the ICW in the vicinity of High Bridge, Ormond Beach. There was one other passenger abouard. At approximately 1000, OP1 attempted to navigate the bridge opening at High Bridge. Due to his location and the timing of the bridge, OP1 was advised to wait for the next opening. At approximatly 1015 hrs, OP1 was advised by the bridge tender to attempt to pass through with the bridge half-lowered. While attempting to navigate beneath the bridge, a prevailing tail-wind caused the vessel to bump the bridge with its mast, dislodging it. The mast fell onto the vessel, causing significant damage to the upper decks. OP1 suffered minor injuries from debris. VICTIM:On March 31st, 2023, I, FWC Officer, responded to a vessel accident at Highbridge Rd and the ICW. A sailing vessel had struck the drawbridge and had knocked its mast over. The mast caused a female passenger to suffer a small laceration and minor bruising to the left side of her forehead. OP1 was examined by EMS and ultimately refused treatment. EMS did not find any evidence of concussion.
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