RedactedNarrative: Vessel – 1963, 48’ Grandy Marlineer Wooden Cabin Motorboat w/2 Detroit 671 Diesel Motors – 850 HP
  Owner/Operator – OP1 (OP1) + Two occupants
  
  On 05/04/2021, at about 06:00 p.m., this vessel, operated by OP1, was cruising in the Strait of Juan De Fuca, about 6 miles East of Port Angeles, WA located in Clallam county.
  
  According to OP1, he was operating at the above location when his port engine control panel stopped working.  He went to investigate and smelled smoke coming from mid-ship.
  
  OP1 shut of the electricals then opened the engine hatch to heavy smoke.  The fire was coming from the front top of the port engine.  He immediately called the Coast Guard.
  
  0 Injuries / 0 Fatalities
  No Apparent Alcohol Involvement
  Vessel Was a Total Loss w/Damage Estimated at $125,000
  All Vessel Occupants Were Wearing a PFD
  Vessel Operator Did Have a Mandatory Boater Education Card
  