RedactedNarrative: Operator was operating a motorboat (va 8508 bk) on smith mountain lake when, at around 1130 hours, he anchored the vessel near channel marker b11. At this time he and his wife noticed the smell of smoke coming from the engine compartment. 
  
  After opening the compartment, black smoke began to below out and flames were observed on the engine. Operator began efforts to extinguish the fire with the available fire extinguishers on the vessel. 
  
  Myself, and cpo sgt. arrived on scene to find fire and smoke still coming from the vessel. After eliminating the power from the batteries, we were able to permanently extinguish the flames. 
  
  Smith mountain fire and rescue boats assisted in checking the vitals. A seatow unit arrived on scene and assisted in towing the damaged vessel to pelican point yacht club, where the boat is stored. There were no injuries to the occupants of the vessel. The fire is believed to be caused by an electrical issued inside the engine compartment. Damage to the vessel is estimated to exceed $4,000.