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Texas Drivers Begin Feeling The Effects Of Gas Shortages From Harvey

(Mose Buchele/KUT)
(Mose Buchele/KUT)

Tropical Storm Harvey has taken lives and caused unprecedented destruction in Texas. It’s also brought that state’s oil refining industry — at least for now — to its knees.

Exxon Mobil, Valero Energy and other producers have shut down or cut back operations.

And Mose Buchele ( @MoseBuchele) of  Here & Now contributor KUT reports that Texas drivers are starting to feel the pinch.

 

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