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Fuel Leak Declared Emergency, Threatens Seattle Airport Operations

11/21/2025

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Washington Governor Bob Ferguson declared an emergency after a fuel leak shut down the Olympic Pipeline delivering jet fuel to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA).
If repairs are not completed by Saturday evening, airport operations may face significant disruptions.
BP reported a second shutdown after discovering additional leaks.
The emergency proclamation allows fuel-truck drivers to work longer hours to ensure fuel delivery.

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Washington Governor Bob Ferguson declared an emergency after a fuel leak shut down the Olympic Pipeline delivering jet fuel to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA).
If repairs are not completed by Saturday evening, airport operations may face significant disruptions.
BP reported a second shutdown after discovering additional leaks.
The emergency proclamation allows fuel-truck drivers to work longer hours to ensure fuel delivery.