Doug Kanter wrote:
Went to the CG station today to clear up the situation. I brought photos of
the boat's interior, and they agreed that a fire extinguisher was, in fact,
not required. But, three guys came to the desk and brainstormed about places
I might consider putting one anyway. Finally, I asked "If you were in this
boat and the engine caught fire, how many of you would play with a fire
extinguisher, and how many of you would throw on a vest and go over the
side?" The consensus was "Hmmmmm...good question". Personally, I'd swim.

Well, I'm not arguing with whether or not the law *should* require a
fire extinguisher. Clearly you're OK.

But the fact is that they can come in very handy. Would you rather
abandon your boat or consider trying to save it with minimal damage?
What if you happen upon another boater with a fire?

Fair Skies
Doug