RedactedNarrative: V1 began having motor trouble after launching.  The motor stopped and the vessel drifted to the fender system on the U.S. 331 bridge. When the operator attempted to crank the motor the cowling blew off the motor and the engine was consumed by fire.  There was no damage to the vessel.
NameOfBodyOfWater: CHOCTAWHATCHEE BAY
NearestCityTown: SANTA ROSA BEACH              