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Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis declares state of emergency over pipeline shutdown, gas shortage

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TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – The Florida governor issued an emergency order Tuesday evening as drivers quickly drained pumps in fear of a gas shortage tied to the Colonial Pipeline closure.

Gov. Ron DeSantis’ executive order waives size and weight restrictions to support efforts to transport gasoline, diesel fuel and jet fuel.

The Florida Department of Transportation will issue permits under special circumstances, according to the order. [TRENDING: Boy charged with murder appears in court | Tiger spotted on front lawn still missing] The order is in response to the Colonial Pipeline ransomware attack forcing the pipeline to temporarily halt operations Friday to contain the hack.

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