At approx. 1500hrs I was notified of a boat fire at the 7 South Bridge.  Upon arrival V1 was fully engulfed in flames.  All passengers had safely relocated to another vessel.  Operator stated he was driving V1 at idle or slow speed and noticed the throttle/motor was not functioning correctly and at about the same time he noticed a burning smell.  He lifted the engine compartment and saw flames.  At that point he evacuated the passengers off V1 and called 911.

V1 completely burned down to the water line.
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