RedactedNarrative: After getting fuel at Point Place, operator continued up the river.  He heard a pop from the motor area and lost power of the vessel.  He thne observed smoke from the engine compartment.  After opening the compartment, fire had consumed the engine area. operator attempted to extinquish the flames and failed.  All persons on board jumped into the water and swam safely to the bank.
NameOfBodyOfWater: CANE RIVER
NearestCityTown: NATCHITOCHES                  