RedactedNarrative: Vessel – 24’ 2008, Cobalt Open Motorboat, Fiberglass hull, Inboard-Out drive, gas, 320hp
  
  On 09/5/2022, at 2:30 p.m., this vessel was operated by O1, with passengers cruising on Lake Washington near Magnusson Park Boat Launch in Seattle, WA in King County.
  
  According to Law Enforcement, the owner of the boat was driving his boat at a slow speed away from the boat ramp for about 15 minutes. When he attempted to bring the boat up on plane, an explosion occurred under the engine hatch. The explosion caused the engine hatch to lift in the air. A passenger, was sitting on top of the engine hatch when the explosion occurred. After the explosion, the onboard fire extinguisher suppression system activated. Operator states that he did have his engine vent fan on before and after the explosion. The explosion rendered the boat inoperable but not burning. Seattle Fire Department transported Injured back to shore to be treated for her burns. Vessel was towed back to the launch and placed on the trailer to tow away.
  
  
  1 Injury
  No Alcohol Involved
  Vessel Damage Estimated at $5,000.00
  Property Damage Estimated at $200.00
  Vessel Operator & Injured Passenger Were Not Wearing a PFD
  Vessel Operator Did Have a Mandatory Boater Education Card