Tourists mistakenly filling fuel containers with the wrong type of fuel and storing them in plastic bags during their holidays
In an unusual turn of events, a vacationer from Spain found himself in a sticky situation in the picturesque town of Schiltach, Rottweil district. The incident, which led to an argument with the local gas station staff and eventually the involvement of the police, began when the vacationer filled up his vehicle with gasoline instead of diesel.
In an attempt to rectify his mistake, the vacationer repackaged the gasoline into blue plastic bags. However, instead of using cans—the recommended and safer method for transporting fuel—he opted for the unconventional choice of plastic bags. This decision, while perhaps made out of necessity or a misunderstanding of safety requirements, posed significant risks.
Ordinary plastic bags are not chemically resistant nor designed to contain liquids securely, especially volatile fuels like gasoline. Such bags would likely leak or allow fumes to escape, posing safety hazards. Purpose-made fuel containers, on the other hand, are designed to be resistant to chemical corrosion and equipped with secure, leak-proof seals to prevent leakage and vapor escape.
After paying for the gasoline, the vacationer poured the fuel from the cans into several plastic bags. However, he was unable to return the gasoline to the gas station, leading to the escalation of the situation. An argument ensued, leading to the police being called.
Despite the unusual circumstances, the police did not specify whether the method of transporting the fuel in plastic bags was leak-proof. The vacationer's current location and further actions taken by the authorities remain unknown.
This incident serves as a reminder of the importance of using appropriate containers for fuel transportation. For safety and to avoid unnecessary complications, always use purpose-made fuel containers when transporting gasoline.
