Pump kept charging after nozzle shut off in Northridge
By The BriefBrief
A driver reported that an Arco gas pump at a Northridge station continued charging after the nozzle shut off over the weekend. The pump’s meter reportedly kept climbing after fuel dispensing stopped. Los Angeles County inspected the site and said the pump is now operating properly.
WHO:A driver; Los Angeles County; Arco station staff/inspectors (as referenced by the report)
WHAT:A gas pump reportedly continued charging after the nozzle shut off, with the meter still rising.
WHEN:Reported Aug 26, 2026 at 5:24 PM ET
WHERE:Los Angeles, CA
WHY:Cause not yet established.
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