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Wild scenes emerge from Bali as island grapples with major fueling crisis
New York Post • • world
Key Points:
- Bali is experiencing a major fuel shortage, with long queues of locals and tourists waiting hours at petrol stations across Denpasar and southern Badung, some even sleeping on roads to hold their place.
- The shortage began around October 12 due to a technical issue delaying a fuel tanker’s unloading, disrupting supplies of Pertalite and Pertamax fuels.
- Pertamina, the state fuel company, has apologized and is working to resolve the crisis by accelerating deliveries, extending petrol station operating hours to 24/7 in affected areas, and improving communication on fuel availability.
- Motorists are advised to avoid panic buying, expect longer wait times, and tourists are encouraged to arrange transportation in advance due to potential delays.
- Despite the disruption, officials reassure that travel to Bali can continue with some extra planning and patience.
