As of 10 June, Samoa has 41 days of petrol, 32 days of diesel and 64 days' worth of kerosene. This was disclosed by the Disaster Advisory Committee on Wednesday.
Petroleum Products Supplies Ltd (PPS) representative Leiataua Peter Ripley said PPS continues to work closely with the Ministry of Finance in managing fuel imports into Samoa.
He said a fuel tanker that arrived on 1 June replenished the country's fuel storage tanks. Following the vessel's arrival, fuel reserves were sufficient for approximately 51 days of petrol, 42 days of diesel and 47 days of DPK (Dual Purpose Kerosene).
Leiataua said the next fuel vessel is scheduled to arrive on 4 July, unless delayed by weather or other unforeseen circumstances. Additional shipments are scheduled for 12 August and between 21 and 24 September. He said the arrangements provide approximately three months of planning to maintain a stable fuel supply.
Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment (MNRE), Lealaisalanoa Frances Brown-Reupena, said the government was providing another preparedness update through the collaborative efforts of partner agencies.
