Ministers 'won't dictate' who attends crunch fuel protest meeting; petrol stations run dry as ambulances in west 'dangerously low' on fuel
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Ministers 'won't dictate' who attends crunch fuel protest meeting; petrol stations run dry as ambulances in west 'dangerously low' on fuel
"Panic-buying of fuel has triggered a national crisis, with over 100 service stations running dry. That figure could grow to 250 by midday today if blockades of fuel terminals and depots have not been lifted."
"The country is on the brink of economic chaos amid escalating fears the blockade of fuel terminals will trigger crises across multiple sectors."
"Last night, the National Ambulance Service (NAS) was granted emergency stocks of fuel after supplies ran out across Galway and Mayo."
"The Government confirmed in a statement after the National Emergency Co-Ordination Group (NECG) met to discuss the traffic disruption that policing is moving into enforcement stage."
Blockades of fuel terminals have led to panic-buying, resulting in over 100 service stations running dry. The situation could worsen, with projections of 250 stations out of fuel. The National Ambulance Service has received emergency fuel supplies as stocks ran out in Galway and Mayo. The government is moving towards enforcement to address the ongoing traffic disruptions caused by protests. Concerns are rising about the impact on various sectors, including healthcare and transportation, as the crisis escalates.
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