V1 Was docked on the far west dock/ramp of Ft De Soto Bost Ramps.  The owner just fueled up prior to putting the vessel in the water.  The owner advised to me that she did use the blower although she said she only used it for a few seconds.  The owner explained that she started the engine and when she put it in gear she heard/felt a loud explosion and the vessel started to catch on fire.  The owner was able to get out of the vessel and was not injured.

The dock was damaged by this fire.
BUNCES PASS
TIERRA VERDE                  