Fuel Shortage Looms as High Waves Halt Bolivian Shipments

High Waves in Arica Delay Fuel Shipments to Bolivia Arica, Chile – High waves at the port of Arica are causing a significant delay in fuel shipments to Bolivia. Yacimientos Petrolíferos Fiscales Bolivianos (YPFB), the Bolivian state-owned oil company, announced that six ships carrying fuel are currently unable to dock due to the rough sea conditions. The video shows the rough seas and interviews with a news reporter and a YPFB representative. "The forecast suggests that around May 28th or 29th, conditions may allow us to begin unloading," stated a YPFB representative in an interview. The representative also noted that the delay impacts two vessels carrying a combined 465,000 barrels of gasoline and 220,000 barrels of diesel. The unloading process for a ship with a full load typically takes between 28 and 35 hours. The delay is causing concern in Bolivia about potential fuel shortages. YPFB is closely monitoring the situation and working to mitigate any disruptions to the fuel supply. The company hopes to resume unloading as soon as weather conditions permit, ensuring a steady supply of fuel for the country.