Accident Database: Accident #823

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River: Oswegatchie
Accident Code(s): Tree Pin
Injury Code(s): Fatal
Age: 58
Private/Commercial: Private
Boat Type: Open Canoe
Number of Victims: 1
Hazard Codes: Blast rock, Low Head Dam, High Water, Hydraulic/Keeper Hole, Man-made Debris Strainer, Pin/Broach, Rocks that cause blunt trauma, Natural Strainer or Sieve, Water Temp, Waterfall
Summary: A story in the Harrisburg, PA Patriot News reported that James Williamson, 58, died while canoeing on the rain-swollen Oswegatchie River in New York’s Adirondack Mountains. Mr. Williamson, a Central Pennsylvania political figure, was canoeing with friends on September 28th when his canoe struck a logjam and capsized. His body was found the next day. No other details are available, and those with information are encouraged to contact the Safety Committee.
Link: http://www.wnbz.com/September%202003/093003.htm
Report Status: Incomplete