Chaos erupted at a petrol pump in Saligao after several vehicles reportedly stalled soon after refuelling, with customers suspecting that water contamination in the fuel may have caused the breakdowns.
The incident led to confusion and long delays at the fuel station as multiple stranded vehicles remained parked on the premises, making the petrol pump resemble a repair garage. Vehicle owners alleged that their engines began malfunctioning shortly after filling up, prompting concerns over the quality of the fuel dispensed.
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Several affected customers gathered at the pump seeking clarification, while authorities initiated an inspection to ascertain the cause of the reported breakdowns. Fuel samples are expected to undergo quality testing to determine whether water contamination was responsible for the incident.
As of now, no official confirmation has been issued regarding the alleged contamination. Authorities have stated that further action will depend on the findings of the inspection and laboratory analysis of the fuel samples.
