[Asia Economy Reporter Yoo Byung-don] An oil spill occurred at a pipeline near Los Angeles (LA) in California, western United States, leading to the closure of some pipelines extending to Las Vegas, Nevada.
According to foreign media on the 12th, an oil leak occurred at the Long Beach pipeline near LA operated by pipeline company Kinder Morgan the previous day (local time), causing the suspension of some pipelines supplying gasoline and diesel to southern Nevada, including Las Vegas.
Kinder Morgan issued a statement notifying the relevant authorities of the accident and said it is investigating the cause of the oil spill while closely cooperating with customers affected by the incident.
Nevada Governor Joe Lombardo declared a state of emergency to secure alternative fuel and receive federal government support until the pipeline accident is resolved.
Governor Lombardo urged residents not to hoard fuel, stating that all measures will be taken to continue supplying gasoline and diesel to Las Vegas.
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