Agriculture Commissioner Tyler J Harper Warns Consumers Kerosene Sold at Lucky Lady in Cochran is Volatile, Should not be Used

ATLANTA, GA – Georgia Agriculture Commissioner Tyler J Harper is warning consumers who have recently purchased kerosene from the Lucky Lady at 393-A Georgia Hwy 26 E, Cochran, GA 31014 not to use the product in their kerosene heaters, lamps, or other appliances.

“The Georgia Department of Agriculture’s Fuel & Measures Division works every day to ensure the safety and quality of Georgia’s fuel supply and protect Georgia consumers,” said Agriculture Commissioner Tyler J Harper. “Georgians who have purchased kerosene from this location should not use it under any circumstance and can visit the store to get a refund for their purchase.”

The kerosene is possibly contaminated with gasoline and has the potential to cause an explosion or fire if used in home heaters or lamps. Inspectors from the Georgia Department of Agriculture discovered the contaminated product during a routine inspection of the store.

The Department’s Fuel & Measures Division issued a “stop-sale” order and the kerosene pump at the store is currently closed. The pump will remain closed until the tank and lines have been cleaned and a new shipment has been tested and approved by the Georgia Department of Agriculture.