A major hurricane could cripple US refining when the world can least afford it
- Posted on October 8, 2026
- By CNN
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The U.S. refining sector, crucial for global oil supply, faces significant vulnerability as hurricane season approaches. With energy markets already operating at maximum capacity and geopolitical tensions straining worldwide resources, a major storm striking America's primary refining infrastructure could trigger substantial disruptions. This scenario poses serious risks to fuel availability and prices globally, potentially destabilizing economies dependent on stable energy supplies during an already precarious period.
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