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http://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/arti...ocal03.txt
That HTH - always on top of things with information:
"That hasn't prevented rumors from circulating about widespread propane shortages on all islands."
Rumors? No gas so no BBQ this week. It may be a little more than a rumor. Most suppliers in Puna out of gas now.
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Today I read about the IRS processing delay for those who itemize their tax returns in the Trib but that was national news well over a week ago. I think I might have understood this delay 20 years ago, but these days? Anyway, does anyone have any information about where propane is available even if it's rationed? I usually collect mine from the place on Old Volcano Road in Keaau or the place by the recycling center on W Puainako St in Hilo. I've been a bit busy plus I was away when the propane shortage started so wasn't aware there was a problem until recently.
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Yesterday, My husband & I had to go clear to Kau....Ocean View for propane. We totally ran out [V]. South Point U-Cart had a little. They were only selling 2 or 3 gallons per customer, but when they found out we had driven all the way from Puna, they let us have 4 gallons. Pretty nice of them.
They told us that the tanker is here in Hilo, & that they had to order it from either Korea or Japan....can't remember exactly, & that they should be supplying the providers over the weekend. So, there should (hopefully) be supplies again by Monday.
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That's good news Dee. I'll be nice to get my tanks filled so I can get them out of the truck!!
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Will be interesting to see how high the price goes, it's already robbery.
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Hey, Tedd On Bass, I live in Glenwood and use the Hirano store too. I have hundred pound tanks (25 gallon) so getting one filled will be a big deal I think. Yikes. Keep us updated so I can haul a tank down when they are filling. Thank youl
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Pahoa Propane told me today that they are down to 20% of their normal available amount, that they don't ration but just keep filling on a first come first serve basis, and that after they run out they will not get a new delivery until Friday.