Two families were tuging on the southwest corner of Wall Lake They had been tubing and swimming for about an hour.  When Operator of Vsl #1 restarted the vessel to continue pulling tubers, Witness #1 noticed black smoke and a scent of vapors in the air.  Shortly thereafter the engine compartment exploded with flames shooting out.  Operator extinguished the fire with his fire exteinguisher as passengers dove off the vessel.  Injured person (10 y/o) was seated closest to the engine compartment and received minor burns.  Parents did not seek treatment for burns, that were on her right shoulder and right arm/hand.  Vessel was quite damaged: Engine, compartment, tow rope and surroundings.
Hope Township                 