MADISON, Wis. — Gov. Tony Evers announced Friday that he signed an executive order to extend the energy emergency in Wisconsin. The order was initally declared on Dec. 5.
The order will extend certain state and federal hours of service, along with increasing state weight limit restrictions on roads.
Challenges caused by the Midwest pipeline distribution system and a high demand for residential heating fuel, oil and propane were the justifications given by state officials for the executive order.
The Public Service Commission of Wisconsin’s Office of Energy Innovation reported that suppliers are experiencing continued challenges getting products because of driving distances and weather-related delays.
“The health and safety of our neighbors remains our top priority, and these folks depend on access to these essential resources,” said Evers. “By extending this emergency order, we’re keeping these fuels moving to those who need it and ensuring Wisconsinites remain warm and safe this winter.”
The order will remain in effect until Feb. 2, or as long as drivers transporting residential heating fuel begin resolving the emergency — whichever comes first.
Read the executive order, here.