RedactedNarrative: Operator of vessel 1 was traveling west at idle speed and stalled.  While drifting for approximately ten minutes, vessel 1 operator made multiple attempts to start the watercraft with no success.  The passenger of vessel 1 removed the engine cover and the operator attempted to start the watercraft.  Vessel 1 engine compartment exploded into flames burning it to the water line.
NameOfBodyOfWater: Illinois River
NearestCityTown: Morris                        