RedactedNarrative: Operator's Report- About 1 mile outside of Milford Harbor, a large motor boat passed within inches of the vessel causing a gas spill in the vessel. As the vessel neared Milford harbor, the gas ignited in the cabin and engulfed the  whole vessel. The operator jumped overboard and was rescued by another vessel. 
  
  Fire Dept Investigation- While underway in Milford Harbor, the operator of the sailing vessel stated that he was having trouble with his Outboard motor prior to the fire. The operator had poured gasoline from the storage container into the motor. The fire dept determined that this fire originated in the passenger area of the vessel as a result of the ignition of flammable gasoline vapors. The ignition source of the fire is unknown. 
  
  EnCon Police Investigative Report: Operator was attempting to refuel his OB engine. Operator had left open gas container in the cabin. The vessel was hit by a wake produced by another vessel passing by. The wake rocked the vessel sharply causing the operator to fall down and strike his head. (no injury)  When the operator arose, he found that the gas container tipped over its contents in the cabin. The operator turned the vessel around and headed for the marina. While underway, the gasoline in the cabin ignited, causing an explosion and violent fire. 
  
  The operator suffered first degree burns.