Some areas of South Carolina are reporting gas prices soared to over $5/gallon tonight as news of a possible gas shortage in the Southeastern States hits home. Some reports are showing that major gas chains in TN have been out of gas since Monday of this week and have been begging and pleading for gas regardless of price.
Photo from Fort Mill SC Gas Station September 11, 2008
Oil refineries closed in the wake of Hurricane Gustav reporting to remain closed due to Ike's pending presence in the Gulf causing what some say will be a temporary fuel shortage. Irregardless of how temporary it may be, folks have been lining up tonight at local gas stations and depleting some local supplies and causing a sharp rise in fuel prices.
The EPA has also has approved for "winter fuel" to be used early and suspended corresponding emission controls for some Southeastern states including SC.
Let us know what's going on in your neck of the woods.
Christy
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