Drivers in the Southern United States are facing a severe gas shortage due to production interruptions at refineries in the Gulf Coast following Hurricanes Gustav and Ike. Many gas stations in large cities like Atlanta, Nashville, and Tallahassee have completely depleted the gasoline stocks. Lines up to two miles long have been reported in Marietta, Georgia. Jason Toews, who operates a consumer advocacy website called www.Gasbuddy.com, states that the shortage is self-perpetuating. Toews states that, "when people hear about shortages, they rush to the pump which in turn leads to more shortages." The shortage could continue until Gulf Coast production is back in full swing, but until then, Toews advises drivers to remain patient.
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