New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy declared a state of emergency due to a “service disruption at a major propane distribution plant” in Pennsylvania. Murphy made the emergency declaration because of “anticipated impacts on the delivery of propane for home and commercial heating purposes.” “As temperatures continue to drop, ensuring that every person has access to a safe, warm environment is essential,” Murphy said. “I am declaring a State of Emergency to ensure that the approximately 186,000 New Jerseyans who rely on propane for home heating purposes can receive it without interruption. This Executive Order expands delivery capabilities to keep homes heated and families secure,” he added. ALERT | State of Emergency in NJA State of Emergency will be issued in New Jersey due to an anticipated propane shortage in expected freezing temperatures. The shortage is due to a power outage at a gas refinery in late November, which disrupted the distribution of propane… pic.twitter.com/D610ZZZwCL — Citizen (@CitizenApp) December 11, 2025 More from Murphy’s office: Under a federal waiver available during a declared State of Emergency, the maximum driving time for operators of commercial motor carriers transporting propane is extended from 11 hours to 14 hours, with 10 consecutive hours of off-duty time required between driving time. Executive Order No. 408 remain in effect until it is determined that an emergency no longer exists. The Governor encourages New Jerseyans who may be impacted to visit ready.nj.gov for important updates and safety information and NJ211 for information on resources and warming centers. Residents using generators to warm their homes should follow generator safety tips. “We are anticipating extreme cold temperatures and snow across the state Saturday night into Sunday morning,” Murphy said on Friday. “Be cautious of snow-covered roads and stay safe, New Jersey!” he added. We are anticipating extreme cold temperatures and snow across the state Saturday night into Sunday morning. Be cautious of snow-covered roads and stay safe, New Jersey! — Governor Phil Murphy (@GovMurphy) December 12, 2025 CBS News shared further: The state of emergency will begin at 9 a.m. on Friday, Dec. 12. Murphy’s order did not specify which plant was experiencing service issues, but said it was in Marcus Hook, Pennsylvania. The issue began on Nov. 21, 2025, he said. The National Propane Gas Association (NPGA) has since said the operator of the terminal is Energy Transfer Partners. In the governor’s five-page executive order signed Thursday, it’s noted that the disruption will cause longer wait times for propane trucks, and limits on drivers’ schedules could further exacerbate the problem.