On May 27, 2013 at approximately 6:00AM, Officer was dispatched to the Bold Pt. boat ramp in East Providence, RI for a boat fire.  The boat was at the ramp and the fire was put out by EP Fire Dept.  The owner of the vessel  explained that he had put approximately 10 gallons of fuel in the boat that morning.  HE stated that he has some venting issues while fueling and fuel come up through the vent.  He was asked if he used the vent blowers prior to starting the engine.  He stated “No”.  while attempting to start the engine, the cover blew off and the entire boat caught on fire.  No injuries were reported.  The entire inside of the vessel was burned.  operator put the boat on his trailer and took it back to his residence.
EAST PROVIDENCE