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Taxis line up to get their tanks filled on a ramp in Chongqing municipality November 17, 2009. Central and eastern Chinese provinces faced the worst natural gas shortage in years as supplies were diverted to snowstorm-hit northern China, while producers lacked incentives to expand output because of poor margins, a state broadcaster said on Tuesday. REUTERS/Stringer (CHINA TRANSPORT ENERGY SOCIETY BUSINESS IMAGES OF THE DAY) CHINA OUT. NO COMMERCIAL OR EDITORIAL SALES IN CHINA FOR BEST QUALITY IMAGE: ALSO SEE GM1E5CU15LW01
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In this photo, a long line of taxis can be seen patiently waiting to fill up their tanks on a ramp in Chongqing municipality. The image captures the dire situation faced by central and eastern Chinese provinces in November 2009, as they grappled with one of the worst natural gas shortages in years. Due to heavy snowstorms that had hit northern China, supplies were diverted from these regions, exacerbating the scarcity further. The scarcity was compounded by producers' lack of motivation to expand output due to poor profit margins. This unfortunate combination left many taxi drivers and citizens alike struggling to access this essential energy source. The photograph serves as a stark reminder of the challenges faced by transportation services during times of crisis. It highlights the resilience and patience exhibited by these taxi drivers who wait diligently for their turn at the pump despite the difficulties they face. This powerful image not only sheds light on an important aspect of China's transport and energy sectors but also underscores how external factors such as weather conditions can have far-reaching consequences on everyday life.
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