Gasoline Deliveries Halted in Several States After West Coast Pipeline Leak Near Los Angeles

A massive pipeline leak near Los Angeles has caused gasoline deliveries to be halted in several states along the West Coast. The leak was discovered in the pipeline, which is owned by Plains All American Pipeline, on Monday morning and has been estimated to have released up to 105,000 gallons of gasoline into the surrounding area.

The pipeline has since been shut down and crews are currently working to handle the cleanup efforts. The California Department of Fish and Wildlife have reported that the gasoline has reached the Los Angeles River, which is a major waterway in the area.

The leak has caused a disruption of gasoline delivery in several states, including California, Oregon, and Washington. The shortage has lead to a surge in prices at the pump in the affected states and the situation is expected to remain until the pipeline is repaired and the area is cleaned up.

The cause of the leak is still under investigation, but officials have said it appears to be the result of corrosion in the pipeline. The Environmental Protection Agency is continuing to monitor the situation and is working with local and state agencies to ensure the safety of the public.