Don't worry; it's not what you think. Metro Atlanta, for the most part, has been without gas since last week. Bags covered all pump nozzles. Officials say the dry pump problem stems from supply interruptions in the Gulf, where refineries are still rebuilding after the double hurricanes beat them up. However, equally at fault, are the strict EPA regulations requiring cleaner-burning fuel in this metro area. That means gas can’t be diverted from other areas that have an ample amount. Evidently a few tanker trucks are rolling, because I got a call this afternoon saying some stations in town were pumping. Yes, I joined the migration to the mighty pump and paid due penance to continue traveling. That brings up the price issue. Regular gas prices, in this area today, were inflated to $4.09 - $4.29. But, $4.09 looks better than O.U.T. It's enough to make you sick. Uh-oh. Maybe it is what you think. Gotta go. -Steve |
