Pipelines that once carried most of California’s oil are now running close to empty. As production falls, refineries face the risk of shutdown, which could raise fuel costs and drive up the price of everyday goods.

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Siyamak Khorrami has been the general manager and chief editor of the Southern California edition of The Epoch Times since 2017. He is also the host of the “California Insider” show, which showcases leaders and professionals across the state with inside information about trending topics and critical issues in California.
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