The Philippine National Police (PNP) reported that the number of gas stations temporarily closed due to supply shortages has fallen to 365 as of Monday.
PNP data showed closures across regions, with the highest in the Cordillera Administrative Region at 69, followed by Cagayan Valley with 45, and Central Luzon at 39. Other affected areas include the Ilocos Region, Northern Mindanao, Bicol, CALABARZON, Western Visayas, Zamboanga Peninsula, and Soccsksargen.
The PNP previously recorded 425 gas stations closed as of last Friday, indicating a steady decrease over the past few days.
PNP spokesperson Brig. Gen. Randulf Tuaño said the primary cause of closures was delayed delivery of petroleum products and depleted stocks.
He added that some gas stations temporarily shut down were able to reopen after receiving new fuel supplies.
The closures occurred amid a nationwide oil supply shortage triggered by the ongoing Middle East conflict.
To address the crisis, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. declared a national energy emergency last week to stabilize fuel availability.
The PNP has been deployed by the Department of Energy (DOE) to monitor fuel stations and prevent hoarding and profiteering, ensuring fair distribution of petroleum products.
