RedactedNarrative: Operator stated that he had put the PWC in the lake at about 6:00 p.m. He drove it around and it was running fine. He went into the house and then came back out to give the kids a ride on the PWC. He stated he tried to start the PWC, but it would not start. He attempted to start it again and it exploded. Operator stated he flew in the air and landed on the dock.
  
  Operator's wife (witness) stated that her husband (operator) attempted to start the PWC and it exploded. She said the Operator flew approximately 5-6 feet into the air and landed on the dock, which was 12-15 feet away. She called 911. 
  
  Operator received medical treatment. It is unknown if he had been wearing a life jacket, or if alcohol was a factor. The PWC was a Total Loss.
  