The Operator of Vessel 1 had just finished fueling up Vessel 1 at the marina and noticed that Vessel 1 was not running well as he headed out at idle speed through Cooley Canal and out onto Lake Erie.  When he looked back toward the stern of Vessel 1 he noticed smoke and fire coming from the engine area.  The Operator then pulled up at the fuel dock to exit Vessel 1.  A witness was able to put out the flames on Vessel 1 using an on-shore fire extiguisher.  Damage was limited to the engine area.  No injuries were reported.
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