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September 19, 2016

Gasoline Pipeline Ruptures in Alabama, Creating Massive Spill
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Governors in six states have declared states of emergency after nearly
340,000 gallons of gasoline spilled in central Alabama from one of the
region's major pipelines, prompting gas prices to rise across the
region. The Colonial pipeline carries 1.3 million barrels of gasoline a
day down to refineries in Texas and Louisiana, accounting for a full 40
percent of the region's gasoline. EPA officials say the massive spill
narrowly avoided reaching the Cahaba River, home to endangered species.
Topics:Natural Gas & Oil Drilling Alabama Environment

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