Phuket panic spurred 75% surge in fuel buying
Phuket panic spurred 75% surge in fuel buying — confirmed details at this stage for Phuket readers.
A surge in fuel purchases swept across Phuket on March 30, as residents rushed to petrol stations following widespread rumors of imminent shortages. Local fuel retailers reported a 75% increase in sales volume compared to a typical day, with queues forming at major outlets by mid-morning.
Retailers Respond to Unusual Demand
Several service stations temporarily imposed purchase limits as stocks dwindled faster than anticipated. Staff at one large retailer said supplies of premium petrol ran out by early afternoon, though regular fuel remained available.
The Phuket Chamber of Commerce attributed the spike to social media posts warning of a supply disruption, which authorities later called unfounded. By evening, officials confirmed that deliveries to the island continued without interruption and urged residents not to stockpile.
Source: https://www.thephuketnews.com/phuket-panic-spurred-75-surge-in-fuel-buying-99735.php
