RedactedNarrative: Boat operator stated he was heading down river in the channel on the Greene County Side.  Smoke was noticed coming out from the engine doghouse.  He stopped the boat.  The doghouse cover was removed from over the engine.  As the cover was removed flames erupted from the engine compartment.   They grabbed life  jackets and jumped overboard.  They swam to the Greene County bank and called the Sheriff  Department.  
       Boat Passenger stated he was in the passenger seat.  They were going down river.  Smoked was noticed coming from the engine''s doghouse cover.  Boat was stopped and engine cover was removed.  Flames shot up and they jumped overboard.
  Both subject stated they were cruising along about 35 mph to 45 mph. Both subjects stated they were uninjured and did not need medical attention.