DOE: Southern Mindanao fuel supply stable after magnitude 7.8 earthquake

The Department of Energy (DOE) on Tuesday said fuel supply in southern Mindanao remains stable and sufficient following the magnitude 7.8 earthquake that hit the region last Monday, June 8, 2026.

In a statement, the DOE said there are no reported disruptions to the fuel supply chain and there is enough inventory to meet current demand.

With this, the public is advised that there is no need for panic buying or hoarding, as fuel supplies remain stable and readily available.

“Consistent with the President’s directive to ensure the uninterrupted delivery of vital services and supplies, our priority following the earthquake has been to guarantee that our affected communities continue to have reliable access to fuel,” said Energy Secretary Sharon Garin.

“We are working closely with industry players and local government units to fast-track safety evaluations and permit approvals so that temporarily affected facilities can safely resume operations as soon as possible. We assure the public that fuel supply remains adequate, and there is no cause for concern over shortages,” she added.

The DOE added that most bulk terminals, depots, and storage facilities continue normal operations and have reported no critical damage.

In particular, the agency noted that in Regions XI and XII – the areas most affected by the earthquake – detailed inspections showed that nearly all major downstream facilities remain operational.

Moreover, all depots and liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) refilling plants continue to operate normally.

The DOE added that of the three import terminals located in General Santos City, two are already operational, while one sustained minor damage and is currently undergoing repairs.

The target for the resumption of operations is on Thursday, June 11, 2026.

The DOE likewise said the vast majority of gasoline stations in the affected regions remain open and operational.

The agency said of the 787 gasoline stations in Region IX, only one remains temporarily unavailable.

Likewise, seven out of 1,620 gasoline stations in Region XI are temporarily unavailable.

Meanwhile, 39 of the 891 gasoline stations in Region XII are non-operational due to minor structural damage, power interruptions, or ongoing post-earthquake safety evaluations.

In total, the DOE said 47 gasoline stations remain temporarily closed, representing only a small fraction of retail outlets in the affected areas.

The DOE added that there are no reported disruptions to the broader domestic fuel supply chain arising from the earthquake, and overall stock levels remain sufficient to meet current requirements. — JMA, GMA News