RedactedNarrative: According to the operator report the vessel was underway when operator smelled gas and turned off the motor.  Upon lifting the hatch, the engine bay caught fire.  
  
  The operator stated he tried using the fire extinguisher but to no avail.  Sea Tow took control of the flaming vessel and pulled it close enough for the Reservoir Fire Department to put out the flames before the vessel sank.
NameOfBodyOfWater: Ross Barnett Reservoir
NearestCityTown: Brandon                       