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Colonial Pipeline, a vital U.S. fuel artery that was shut down by a cyberattack, said it hoped to restore most operations by the end of the week. Since the shutdown, there have been no long lines or major price hikes for gas. Here’s what to know.
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At least 10% of gas stations in North Carolina currently do not have gas
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The tweets says "Since the shutdown, there have been no long lines or major price hikes for gas." There are many examples and photo evidence that counter this. The use of the word "major" to describe price hikes lacks content. What does the NYT consider "major"?
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There are well documented lines for gas due to shortages.
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Video and pictures of long gas lines or stations out of gas are all over Twitter. Seeing is believing.
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North Carolina has already issued a state of emergency over this issue.
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There is a shortage and very long lines in many areas of the Southeastern US
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Individuals submitting video of the long lines the NY Times claims are not present, are in fact, present.
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2021-05-11
