Salem shops say flavored vape ban could put them out of business

A person vaping. (Courtesy/Wikimedia Commons)

Before Gov. Kate Brown announced a 6-month ban on flavored vaping products Friday, local vape store employees were holding their breath.

After the news was announced, Salem workers said they’re looking ahead to potential lawsuits, and for other lines of work.

Jay Gilbert, manager of NW Freedom Vape on Lancaster Drive, said 90% of the store’s revenue is from flavored e-cigarette juice.

 “It sucks either way,” Gilbert said. “I feel…