Al-Mahra Governorate is grappling with a severe shortage of petroleum products and domestic gas, exacerbating the hardships faced by its residents. The crisis, marked by the disappearance of fuel from official stations and its emergence in the black market at exorbitant prices, has severely impacted transportation and essential services.
Local sources indicate that the crisis stems from disruptions in the arrival of fuel tankers. This disruption was reportedly caused by blockades along the Al-Wadiah route, which left gas tankers stranded for days. Although authorities in Marib Governorate intervened to clear the route and allow passage, the crisis persists with no immediate signs of resolution.
The scarcity has ignited widespread discontent among the governorate's population. Long queues of vehicles have formed at gas and fuel stations. Citizens report that a 20-liter container of fuel is now fetching over 40,000 Yemeni Riyals in the black market.
The ramifications of this crisis have extended to the transportation sector. Given that a significant number of vehicles rely on gas as an alternative to petroleum derivatives, the cost of both internal and external transportation has surged. Residents are urging local authorities and relevant bodies to intervene urgently to secure supplies, regulate markets, and alleviate the suffering of the populace.
