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Fuel prices continue to drop
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Posted on Apr 14 2020
The CNMI saw its fifth drop in fuel prices this year and its third rollback since the COVID-19 outbreak in the Marianas.
Over the weekend, Mobil Oil Mariana Islands, Inc., reduced its gas prices by another 15 cents, dropping fuel prices from $3.43 per gallon of Extra fuel to $3.28 a gallon, while their Supreme fuel dropped from $3.88 a gallon to $3.73 a gallon. The price of diesel remains $3.91 per gallon.
According to local motorist Joe Sablan, he is glad the gas prices continue to go down because it’s a big help for those who still have work during this pandemic.
“It makes sense because the economy is so bad right now everywhere. But yeah, we are just staying home so we don’t really feel the benefit of lowered gas prices. I’m glad, though, because it helps the front liners and all those who are transporting people to either the hospital, the quarantine grounds, or other places,” he said.
Sablan hopes that gas prices will remain low until everyone recovers completely from the impact of COVID-19.
A Commonwealth Health Center nurse, who agreed to speak on the condition of anonymity, said that although a 15-cent drop may seem small, it’s a lot given the CNMI, and the world’s current state as a result of COVID-19.
“A little goes a long way in this time of crisis,” she said.
In related news, despite rumors of gas shortages Mobil Oil Mariana Islands, Inc. assured yesterday that there is sufficient fuel supply available on Saipan, Tinian, and Rota.
“We are aware of a message circulating on social media informing [the public] that Mobil is low on gas and diesel and there is a delay in its fuel shipment. Mobil Oil Marianas would like to reassure the public that it is not true,” the advisory stated.
