Pump Gas While You Chat? Some say It Means Danger!

According to the FCC, there have been reports that suggested the danger of using wireless phones while pumping gasoline, or in the presence of flammable materials.

Is This True?

In these actual reports, fire was reportedly ignited or an explosion started when the cell phone rang and was answered. Reportedly an electrical shock from the phone ignited the fires or caused the explosion.

There is no documentation to support the cause being the actual cell phone. Some gas stations have posted signs suggesting that cell phone use, like smoking, should not be done at the gasoline pumps, or around any fuel vapors. Wireless providers have also issued warning as a precaution to their customers.

If you have safety concerns about your phone, please contact your cell phone providers.