The following boat accident occured on July 27, 2010, at approximately 1320 hours.

The operator of vessel I determined that his boat would not shift into reverse, but decided to operate anyway.  After cruising at a low speed, the operator smelled smoke.  When he opened the engine hatch, he saw that there was a fire.  He ordered all passengers to the bow of the boat, and subsequently a good samaritan picked up all passengers. The operator was able to extinguish the flames, and a tow service was called for the boat.  The damages were estimated at $4,623.00.
Meredith                      