LANSING — Amid flooding in the northern portion of the Lower Peninsula, Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed an executive order to stabilize fuel supplies during the crisis.
“Protecting Michiganders and their property is our top priority,” said Governor Whitmer. “With already high water levels across the state and more rain in the forecast, I am temporarily suspending motor carrier regulations for driver hours to stabilize fuel supplies in key areas of northern Michigan and support local communities, first responders, and utility crews as they work hard to keep people safe. We will keep monitoring the situation and supporting local communities with the resources they need.”
The flooding has been caused by a combination of heavy rain and rapid snowmelt. Cheboygan is particularly prone to problems with fuel delivery due to the U.S. Energy Cheboygan petroleum terminal, which is a key facility for delivering gasoline and diesel fuel to the eastern Upper Peninsula and northern Lower Peninsula. Due to rising water, debris, and the potential for more flooding, the terminal owner has voluntarily delayed barge delivery of gasoline and diesel fuel to ensure worker safety and environmental protection.
According to the release from the Office of the Governor, the executive order is to ensure continued stability of fuel reserves in the eastern Upper Peninsula and northern Lower Peninsula, Executive Order 2026-6 provides for temporary relief from certain motor carrier regulations to support fuel transport, first responders and utility crews, and public safety.
The Executive Order 2026-6 here.
