In response to a regional fuel shortage that has led to a spike in gasoline prices, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has temporarily eased restrictions on the sale of specific gasoline blends in Michigan and three other Midwest states. This decision comes after a request from the governors of Michigan, Illinois, Indiana, and Wisconsin, prompted by the unexpected shutdown of the ExxonMobil refinery in Joliet, Illinois. The shutdown significantly impacted the availability of summer blend gasoline in the region.
Patrick De Haan, a petroleum expert from GasBuddy, explained that the waiver allows for the sale of a broader range of gasoline types, thereby expanding the available supply during this disruption. Federal regulations typically limit gasoline blends in the summer to reduce evaporation and smog, but the current circumstances have necessitated a temporary change.
The Joliet refinery closure was caused by tornado damage and power outages, leading to a notable increase in gas prices across the Midwest. While repair efforts are underway, the shutdown has resulted in Michigan’s gas prices climbing to $3.68 per gallon on Thursday, which is 20 cents higher than the national average.
Last Friday, the state saw its highest price of the year at $3.81 per gallon.
In its communication with the governors, the EPA emphasized its continuous monitoring of the Midwest fuel supply and stated that the waiver, deemed beneficial to the public, would last about three weeks until August 20, unless further updated.
Although the waiver aims to alleviate economic and political pressures by increasing gasoline availability and reducing prices, its potential impact on air quality remains uncertain. The EPA acknowledged the fluid nature of the situation, noting that the waiver could be modified or extended based on evolving circumstances.
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