RedactedNarrative: Operator was on V1 in the Lost Bridge area.  While attempting to put fuel into the motor's gas tank; he spilled a 5 gallon container of fuel in the cabin area.  He then attempted to start the motor, which sparked and caused an explosion.  Operator jumped into the water and was recovered by family members.  He was transported to the hospital by EMS.  The fire was suppressed by Nebco Fire Dept. but not before V1 burned to the waterline and partially sank into the lake at the shoreline.
NameOfBodyOfWater: BEAVER LAKE
NearestCityTown: GARFIELD                      