Colorado is now currently being affected by the nationwide propane shortage and
supply issues. Wholesale prices in Colorado are approximately double normal
winter prices, according to industry sources.
Reserves have now been
depleted in Colorado to lower than normal levels. Representatives estimate that
reserves could last approximately half a week if eastern supply routes are cut
off by a major winter storm.
Colorado can draw propane from other major
storage facilities in Adamana, AZ, Mont Belvieu, TX, and a smaller facility in
Bountiful, UT. However, these facilities are further away and require longer
truck routes. Industry representatives report that propane truckers are in short
supply.
The propane industry will pursue an hours of service exemption
for truckers carrying propane. This will allow them to rebuild reserves in
Colorado.
The industry is pursuing a national or regional hours of
service exemption first. They will pursue a state hours of service exemption if
they cannot secure a timely national or regional exemption.
If you
anticipate propane fuel shortages during this severe weather period, please let
us know as early as possible. We stand prepared to work with you to find
appropriate relief.
You may contact Melanie Roth at 303-692-2819 or Melanie.Roth-Lawson@state.co.us.
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