Idiotic siphoning of gasoline warned by researchers
Washington experts caution that priming a siphon with the mouth is life threatening. Do not swallow or inhale gasoline and seek immediate medical help if exposure occurs. Vapors can slow the nervous system, affect the heart, and damage lungs. avoid deep breaths and wash away any gasoline from the mouth area.
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Br. Sorell Schwarts
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Schwartz
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Oregon to use number system to distribute gas
Oregon officials adopt a voluntary license plate number plan to ration gas, allotting even or odd calendar days for purchases with Saturdays optional and Sundays largely exempt. The plan, created by Gov McCall aides and 2,200 stations, hinges on operator cooperation. penalties and possible mandatory enforcement discussed. Separate actions include price ceiling prosecutions against three Portland stations for gouging amid shortages.
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Gas adulteration calls car owners to risk and price gouging
Chicago consumer chief Jane Byrne cites lab tests finding methane and water in gasoline and diesel blends. She says adulteration, possibly nationwide, bases concerns over fuel quality and octane labeling while criticizing IRS enforcement and urging checks from refineries to pumps.
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UPD
Jane Byrne
Byrne
Department of Consumer Sales, Weights and Measures
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