CNN: Big lines in Baltimore for gas

[Halliburton]

Bush: "Don't buy gas if you don't need it."

[Citizen Jane]

1. What, I can't buy it just for fun?

I swear. When I filled up yesterday I talked to two other women.

All 3 of us had to stop at more than one place to find gas.

All 3 of us were getting gas because we were on empty.

How many people do you think are really out there filling up out of fear? Yes, some people are, but I'd be willing to bet the majority are filling up out of need.

[displacedtexan]

2. Gas stations near the airport are closing at 4PM today.

Edited to include: I'm in Baltimore.

Imagine: it's Friday of Labor day weekend. No gasoline.

Something really big and bad is happening.

[Witchy_Dem]

4. In Baltimore, rumor has it all stations closed at 4

But the lines are there.

[gauguin57]

3. But, Mister Bush, I need to buy gas. I need to inhale the fumes, to forget

you are my "president." you LOSER!

[shireen]

5. I didn't see any lines in Towson/Timonium

But the Exxon station I stopped at was out of regular gas.

[jayfish]

6. Big Lines In Michigan.

Stations started dropping prices to below $3.00 (from $3.50) and the hordes descended. I hate high gas prices but they probably should have brought it down a bit more gradually.

Jay

[shireen]

7. Statement from Gov. Ehrlich/Maryland: rumors not true

WBAL tv website in Baltimore:

http://www.thewbalchannel.com/news/4929867/detail.html
...
Gov. Bob Ehrlich to issue a statement Friday advising Marylanders to ignore the rumor about gas stations closing, as follows:

Governor's Statement

"Marylanders can ignore the rumor that the state is closing down gas stations today, or any other day. The rumor is absolutely and entirely untrue. Marylanders should continue to lead their every day lives, while being mindful to conserve energy when appropriate. We are already taking the precautionary steps to help ensure every Marylander has access to adequate supplies of gasoline. Again, continue leading your everyday lives, conserve energy when appropriate, and enjoy the holiday weekend."