In gas stations in the Philippines, there are always markers that tell drivers to turn off mobile phones. I have also experienced twice where gas attendants scold me when i text message my friends. i wuld like to know if this is true :)
2007-07-05 05:21:23 · 9 answers · asked by Online Sojourner 1 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Safety
Not necessarily. However, as with any electrical applicance, there is always a danger of a fault which might generate a spark. Some cellphones still use a "buzzer" to generate the
vibrating alert, for instance. If they were in poor condition, that could create hazard.
It is also possible that the emitted RF energy might contribute to a charge building up on an improperly grounded metal fixture... or that the signal from an incorrectly operating phone might interfere with the electronics controlling the pumps.
On the whole, it's probably best to be patient and wait.
It can also prevent you getting a fine...
2007-07-05 05:32:24 · answer #1 · answered by IanP 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
in the old days, when the conditions were right, there was a possibility that a cell phone could ignite gasoline vapors, as the keys were not sealed. all it would take is a errant spark when dialing a number, and the vapor could flash over. however you would usually get a big fireball, and that would be it, unless someone panicked and spilled gasoline on the ground. these days modern cell phones are sealed against sparks. do however turn off your cell phone in an area where they are using dynamite though, as a stray radio signal could trigger an unfortunate early detonation.
2007-07-05 12:53:14 · answer #2 · answered by richard b 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
In theory, it is possible. Even static electricity can ignite gasoline fumes.
In practice, I don't know of any documented case of text-messaging itself causing gasoline ignition.
Having said that, it is always less trouble to observe and comply with posted warnings.
2007-07-05 12:32:59 · answer #3 · answered by Jeff the drummer 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
it really doesn't matter if it could cause a fire or not at this point...
some countries (and some states in the US) have laws about this, so you should just follow the law
turn off your cell phone when refueling any vehicle
and never use a two way radio to transmit when getting fuel
2007-07-05 14:54:59 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
No, it is absolutely false. There is a very small chance the cell phone could interfere with the pump electronics, which could cause an erroneous pump meter readout, but no chance at all of causing a fire or explosion.
2007-07-05 12:35:26 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Saw this experiment on "Mythbusters" it was proven cell phones can't explode gasoline. Guess it (Could) be possible if your phone had a short in the battery or such.
2007-07-05 12:29:40 · answer #6 · answered by Millwood 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
No, most fires in garage forecourts have been proved to be caused by static-electric caused by the clothes the driver is wearing.
2007-07-05 12:26:23 · answer #7 · answered by conranger1 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
urban legend. unless there is something seriously wrong with your cell phone where it is sparking, not gonna happen. static electricity can though.
2007-07-05 12:33:23 · answer #8 · answered by RallyImp05 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
no...myth busters tried to make a car blow up and couldent.
2007-07-05 12:26:01 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋