Gas stations still running

In the aftermath of Hurricane Milton, Florida is grappling with a significant fuel shortage, particularly in the Tampa area, where nearly half of the gas stations remain dry. Governor Ron DeSantis is addressing the situation, indicating a potential review of state generator laws after many stations lacked power to operate. Although the number of gas stations without fuel has decreased from 33.2% to 17.3% since the weekend, long lines and tension among frustrated motorists persist. To alleviate the crisis, DeSantis announced the opening of fuel distribution sites offering free gas to residents. Experts anticipate improvements in fuel availability over the next few days, but some regions may still experience shortages for up to ten days. Meanwhile, residents returning home are dealing with extensive storm damage, complicating recovery efforts.