Vessel 1 was pulling subject on a tube down the left side of the river around a curve at 20-29mph, while Vessel 2 was travelling up river on their right side at about 30-39mph.  While both parties were in the curve V1 saw V2 coming and continued to turn to their left into V2.  V2 turned to their right side.  Ultimately the 2 vessels struck almost head on.  The collision then sent V2 into the woods at a high rate of speed causing major injuries.  V1 was pulling a tube with no observer or mirror.  V1 has a busted bow and hull.  The vessel is totaled.  V2 has a bent hull and major damage to the port side gunwale and bow.  This vessel is totaled.  Operator1 had Cut to right knee that required stitches and a mild concussion. Operator2 had Level 1 trauma to head (currently on Life Support) Numerous broken bones 3 brain bleeds and other internal injuries Cuts and bruises throughout body. V2 occupant had Numerous broken bones throughout her body Amputated leg that was able to be reattached, Numerous fractured vertebrae, Numerous cuts and bruises.
Waccamaw River