Propane shortage in Upper Peninsula : Neighborhood : UpperMichigansSource.com

Propane shortage in Upper Peninsula

Posted: 01.25.2013 at 8:33 PM

Assistant News Director/Anchor

UPPER PENINSULA -- There is a shortage of propane in parts of Upper Michigan. Governor Rick Snyder has declared a state of emergency.

The shortage is the result of an increased demand due to the cold weather and a pipeline repair at a propane terminal in Rapid River.

Truckers are having to use alternate propane terminals, requiring longer drive times.

The executive order suspends state and federal regulations for hours of service for propane truckers in Michigan.

Comments are the sole responsibility of the person posting them; they are not reflective of the views or opinions of Barrington Broadcasting, TV6, its directors or employees. If you believe a comment violates the Barrington Terms of Use, please flag it above.

Popular Stories

Trial delayed for man accused of spitting in sandwich
Andrew LaCombe | Yesterday at 10:35 AM | 11 comments

Meth materials found at fire scene
Ty Czarnopis | Yesterday at 5:32 PM | 1 comment

Walk away captured
Vicky Crystal | Today at 8:57 AM

Follow Upper Michigan's Source

Get news and weather notifications on your phone by downloading the iPhone or Android app below

submit

Check This Out!

Used Car Central

See what used cars are being sold in your area.

U.P. Biz Source

Great prices on U.P. deals.

Recreation

Check out the Recreation section of Best Bets.

Home & Garden

Check out the Home & Garden section of Best Bets.

Find it, click it, use it... your neighborhood business guide.

Latest Headlines

Selfless students give money to families in need
L'Anse High School seniors gave the leftover money from their fundraisers to two families in need
read more »
Students have hands-on experience at VA
Fast food fundraiser for U.P. Honor Flight
Teens will provide free home repairs this summer
Exploring the Iron Industry
Walking for Kayla

Latest news, weather, high school sports for Michigan’s Upper Peninsula