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Auggie

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2. I keep my tank full in California because of earthquakes

Reply to marybourg (Reply #1)

Thu May 7, 2026, 07:38 AM

13 hrs ago

Following Loma Prieta in '89, electricity was shut off in San Francisco for days. Can't pump gas without electricity. I always top off when the tank hits 5/8 to 1/2.

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I keep my tank full in California because of earthquakes Auggie 13 hrs ago #2

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