Operator of vessel #1 (PWC) was the victim of an explosion when he turned on the ignition of the PWC.  15 gallons of fuel had been put in the PWC the day before the incident. When the explosion occurred the victim was launched into the air 20-30 feet.  He was pulled from the water by his son-in-law.  He was transported to Merrick Memorial for treatment of several injuries. Specific location or severity of injuries were not reported.  The PWC was destroyed from the explosion and fire. The cause of the explosion was UNDETERMINED. The vessel had been fueled and run for approximately an hour the day before the explosion but had not been run before being fueled the day of the explosion.;
Cambridge Twp