RedactedNarrative: Vessel 1 was tied to the courtesy dock at the Moscow Public Launch Ramp when the operator started the vessel and a backfire occurred.  The operator opened the engine compartment to investigate and a fire erupted from said compartment.  No injuries occurred but the vessel is a total loss.  Investigation of the vessel reveal the backfire flame arrestor was present.
NameOfBodyOfWater: Ohio River
NearestCityTown: Moscow                        