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Gasoline Shortages Hit South Florida Amid Iran Conflict

4/4/2026

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Gasoline Shortages Surge

Gas station managers in South Florida report temporary gasoline shortages since the war against Iran began.
Several stations ran out of fuel.
Experts attribute the shortages to supply chain disruptions and panic buying as demand surges.
Maximo Alvarez, President of Sunshine Gasoline Distributors, cited transportation limits and Port Everglades backlogs.
AAA spokesman Mark Jenkins reassured there is ample gasoline and advised against panic.

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Florida Gas Prices Rise

Gas prices in Florida have risen above $4 per gallon, with Miami averaging $4.03, up from $3.93.
Fort Lauderdale and West Palm Beach also reported increases, reaching $4.16 and $4.26, respectively.
The jump is driven by tensions in the Middle East affecting oil supply, including the closure of the Strait of Hormuz.
American Automobile Association (AAA) said the national average also hit $4 for the first time in three years.

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Gasoline Shortages Surge

Gas station managers in South Florida report temporary gasoline shortages since the war against Iran began.
Several stations ran out of fuel.
Experts attribute the shortages to supply chain disruptions and panic buying as demand surges.
Maximo Alvarez, President of Sunshine Gasoline Distributors, cited transportation limits and Port Everglades backlogs.
AAA spokesman Mark Jenkins reassured there is ample gasoline and advised against panic.

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