RedactedNarrative: Single vessel sailboat fire caused by a faulty electrical system. I spoke with vessel owner, OWNER who stated that he arrived at the vessel at approximately 4:30 am on 10/24/2022 in order to make repairs to the vessel. OWNER stated that the vessel had taken on water during hurricane Ian. OWNER stated that he turned on the electrical system at the navigation station located midship on the starboard side of the vessel. OWNER stated that a fire broke out and he attempted to extinguish the fire with two fire extinguishers. OWNER stated that he was unable to extinguish the fire and he got off the vessel and departed the area.
  I was informed that 2 US Coast Guard small boats and 1 Key West Fire Department vessel responded to the vessel fire and were able to put the fire out.
  I responded to the coordinates provided by USCG where the vessel was last seen. I observed the strong odor of diesel fuel in the area. I then located a slick on the surface of the water. The vessel could be observed fully submerged on the sea bottom. The vessel appears to be on its side in approximately 24 feet of water.
  