CHAMBLEE: More than 1,000 gas stations in the Southeast reported running out of fuel, primarily because of what analysts say is unwarranted panic-buying among drivers, as the shutdown of a major pipeline by a gang of hackers entered its fifth day on Tuesday (Wednesday in Manila).
NASHVILLE, TN - MAY 12: A sign notifies customers of the station being sold out of fuel on May 12, 2021 in Nashville, Tennessee. Following a cyberattack on the Colonial Pipeline, many gas stations on the east coast have faced shortages and a rush of customers fueling up. Brett Carlsen/Getty Images/AFP Brett Carlsen / GETTY IMAGES NORTH AMERICA / Getty Images via AFP