Omaha hit by gas station fuel shortages as demand surges

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 20 Oct, 03:02 · Archive

Multiple gas stations in Omaha are running low on or completely out of fuel, prompting Nebraska's governor to sign an executive order.

Multiple gas stations across the Omaha metro area are reporting fuel shortages, with some completely out of supply. An employee at a Sam's Club location confirmed the store is out of gas. The Cornhusker Quick Stop in Bellevue posted that it was 'completely out' of fuel. Viewers also reported empty pumps at Casey's locations in West Omaha. Reports on social media blamed supply terminals for the shortages.

In response, Nebraska Governor Jim Pillen signed an executive order to help meet fuel supply demands. 'A combination of factors, including global supply disruptions and the incredibly short and busy harvest season, has boosted demand across the board,' Pillen said. 'This order will help ensure that Nebraska farmers, businesses and families have access to the fuel they need.' The order is effective through 18 November and builds on a federal waiver issued on 16 September that relaxed out-of-service requirements for interstate fuel truck drivers.

AAA Nebraska said it was still trying to determine what caused the shortages across the metro and elsewhere in the state.

How it is being reported

• Omaha drivers report gas station supply issues across the metroFirst Alert 6 has received multiple reports from viewers that gas stations in the metro are out of gas.WOWT · 19 Oct, 22:28
• Omaha drivers report gas station supply issues across the metro; Pillen signs EO to helpFirst Alert 6 has received multiple reports from viewers that gas stations in the metro are out of gas.1011Now · 19 Oct, 22:28

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