Officials offer advice to prevent panic buying of fuel (opens original article in a new tab)

Officials advise managing public panic to prevent fuel supply disruptions, citing recent crises caused by geopolitical tensions and misinformation.

• Officials warn panic buying can disrupt fuel supply more than actual shortages.
• Oil demand spiked during March crisis, overwhelming delivery trucks and causing temporary shortages.
• Analysts recommend improving communication and diversifying energy sources to prevent future panic.