Gas Station Accidentally Fills Pumps With Home Heating Oil

A gas station in Somers, Connecticut, accidentally filled the pumps with home heating oil instead of gasoline, and at least a few drivers filled their tanks before the problem was caught, according to the owner.

Eddie Jamal, who owns the Mobil Station at 580 Main Street in Somers, said United Transportation delivered heating oil instead of gasoline last Wednesday. The heating oil made it into gas pumps and a handful of cars filled up before employees realized what had happened.

Jamal said gas station workers caught the problem within hours and emptied out the pumps.

One driver reported car trouble to NBC Connecticut as a result. She said her mechanic pointed out the problem and that her car is now out of commission.

United Transportation is covering the cost of repairs. Jamal said anyone experiencing problems should call the gas station for more information.

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