Wisconsin state capital in Madison. PC: Fox 11 Online
(WTAQ-WLUK) — Governor Tony Evers extended the energy emergency in the state of Wisconsin for the second time.
In early December, Evers signed an executive order to waive certain state and federal restrictions amid a pipeline disruption coupled with high demand for residential heating fuel, including heating oil and propane.
Officials say persistent supply challenges caused by a pipeline disruption within the Midwestern pipeline distribution system remain, coupled with a continued high demand for residential heating fuel, including heating oil and propane.
Executive Order #284 will replace the previous order and continue to waive certain state and federal hours of service. It also adds a waiver to state weight limit restrictions, allowing suppliers to get caught up from the pipeline and weather-related delays.
“The health and safety of our neighbors remains our top priority, and these folks depend on access to these essential resources,” said Gov. Evers. “By extending this emergency order, we’re keeping these fuels moving to those who need it and ensuring Wisconsinites remain warm and safe this winter.”
The waiver remains in effect through Feb. 2 or as long as drivers transporting residential heating fuel are responding to the emergency — whichever is shorter.
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