RedactedNarrative: Operator of vessel 1 stated he motored his boat to west side of port, anchored the vessel and shut the motor down.  Operator stated after fishing he tried to start motor and it would not start.  He opened the hatch to the motor compartment and when he did flames emitted from the motor compartment and burned his face.  Operator stated he jumped in water and swam about 20 yards to shore.  The vessel burned to the water before fire was extinguished.  Boat was a total loss estimated at $8,000.  Operator had burns on neck and hands, but refused treatment.