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ATLANTA - Gov. Nathan Deal issued an executive order Monday that prohibits price gouging.
“Due to a leak in a critical fuel pipeline in Alabama, which is currently undergoing repairs, Georgia and other states have experienced interruptions in motor fuel supply," Deal said. "There have been recent reports that wholesale and retail gas prices have substantially increased in some markets. In order to remedy this, I've issued an executive order reiterating the state law prohibiting price gouging. In addition to this, I've sought and received a waiver from the Environmental Protection Agency as well as lifted operating regulations for commercial truck drivers hauling motor fuel. I urge the public to maintain regular consumption levels and travel schedules in order to reduce further interruption in fuel supply."
The shortage was caused when a pipeline ruptured in Alabama last week, leaking more than 252, 000 gallons of fuel and creating widespread shortages across the Southeast.
Crews are reportedly working “around the clock” to repair the pipeline to limit disruptions to the region's gas supply.