A boat fire occurred in Pt. Judith Pond near Galilee boat ramp at approximately 9:52 p.m involving 2 subjects.  DEM officers responded to that location and upon arrival observed what was left of the vessel. Narragansett Police, Fire and USCG were all on scene.  Off. learned that operator had been aboard the vessel when it caught on fire.  Operator jumped overboard to avoid the flames.  He had been transported to South County Hospital for treatment after he swallowed sea water.  Off. responded to SCH to speak with operator and his son.  Operator advised that he did not have any injuries to speak of, but he did swallow seawater.  There were no burns. 

Operator also stated that he and his son launched his boat and while his son was parking the truck and trailer, Operator was attempting to start the boat.  He said that after turning the ignition for a 3rd time he heard a whining sound building up in the engine compartment.  He then went to investigate the sound and when he lifted the engine cover a 5ft flame shot out at him.  He said the fire was engulfing the entire engine so he jumped overboard into the water in fear of the boat exploding.  son said he heard an explosion and came running down to the boat and saw his father in the water. Operator made it to shore and son called 9-1-1.
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