A petrol station in Nakhon Phanom province puts up a sign reading "out of diesel" at its entrance. (Photo: Pattanapong Sripiachai)Fuel shortages have been reported in several provinces, with long queues forming at petrol stations overnight and "out of fuel" signs becoming a common sight as supply remains tight. At a petrol station in Chai Nat's Muang district on Thursday, motorists said they began lining up at 4pm on Wednesday. In Phayao, many petrol stations have put up "out of fuel" signs, while those which stayed open were packed with cars and motorbikes. Meanwhile, interior permanent secretary Unsit Sampuntharat said the ministry will monitor fuel stocks at petrol stations in every district nationwide to ensure supplies are managed efficiently.

Source: Bangkok Post March 19, 2026 23:40 UTC