Boating on the river or lake can be an exciting outdoor activity for friends and family. Unfortunately, thousands of people a year suffer from catastrophic injuries caused by boat explosions. These explosions are generally caused by negligence or defects in the product.
Causes of Boat Explosions
The most common cause of boat explosions is improper ventilation or the failure of the blower system prior to starting the engine of the watercraft. It is important to use the ventilation before starting the engine of your boat because often the fuel vapors can settle in the engine compartment or bilges of the boat. If the boat is not properly ventilated, static electricity or an electrical short can ignite these fumes and cause the boat to explode.
Common injuries caused by boat explosions
- Burn injuries
- Dismemberment
- Broken Bones
- Lacerations
