April 15, 2025
A rupture in the Keystone oil pipeline on April 8 spilled 147,000 gallons of oil in North Dakota, halting the flow of Canadian crude to U.S. refineries. The shutdown has raised concerns over rising fuel prices鈥攑articularly diesel and jet fuel鈥攄ue to the loss of a key source of heavy crude. While some experts warn of near-term impacts on supply chains and consumer prices, others believe alternative transport routes will help mitigate long-term disruptions. Cleanup and investigation efforts are underway, as environmental precautions have been taken at the spill site.