RedactedNarrative: Vessel - 1975, 18' Fiberglass Glasply Runabout Open Motorboat w/140 hp Chevy 2 Engine 
  
  On 07/05/2014, at about 3:00 p.m., this vessel was cruising on the North end of Blue Lake located near Coulee City in Grant county WA. 
  
  According to the Owner, vessel had just been fueled.  The blower had been allowed to run for several minutes after fueling.  The vessel pulled away from the fuel station and traveled about 100 yards when the engine exploded.  There were flames and everyone on board the vessel jumped overboard. 
  
  0 Injuries / 0 Fatalities 
  There was no apparent alcohol involvement 
  The vessel was a total loss as a result of the fire.  Estimated damage of $5000. 
  The Operator was not wearing a PFD.  The report indicates that 2 on board were wearing PFDs. 
  The Operator did have a mandatory Boater Education Card.