Fuel shortage hits Aceh

Fuel shortage hits Aceh

EAST ACEH, Nanggroe Aceh Darussalam: Aceh has been suffering
from fuel shortages for the past two months, leaving many gas
stations in the province unable to meet demand.

All four gas stations in Langsa municipality are regularly
overrun by long lines of vehicles.

Many motorists have been forced to purchase fuel from
retailers for above market prices, even though it is common
knowledge that most retailers mix their fuel with kerosene.

"It is hard to get fuel. During a week, a gas station may only
be opened for three days," Syarifah, a fuel retailer, told The
Jakarta Post.

She sells premium gas for Rp 3,500 (38 US cents) per liter,
compared to the market price of Rp 2,400 per liter. -- JP