There's federal grant money still available to outfit gas stations along New Jersey's evacuation routes with back-up generators and quick-connects to keep them operating during a major disaster.
By Jeff Deminski
Prices at gas stations along the Garden State Parkway and the New Jersey Turnpike jumped by 17 cents per gallon today. The new average for regular is suddenly $3.56. A ridiculous increase for sure.
Consumers thought they were filling their cars with ordinary, unleaded gasoline. But, six New Jersey gas stations allegedly sold aviation fuel instead. Now, those gas stations, their parent company and two fuel distribution firms are being sued by the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs.
A state Assembly committee has unanimously approved a measure that would offer zero-interest loans to gas stations in New Jersey that install wiring to connect to generators.