> If the power is out the gas pumps aren't working either, though it's possible some fuel stations have standby generators. Gas stations tend to have generator

> If the power is out the gas pumps aren't working either, though it's possible some fuel stations have standby generators. Gas stations tend to have generators, yes. > I have never taken extra gas along on a trip in the USA Well, to counter your anectode, I have never taken a road trip more than 300 miles in the USA without carrying a jerry can (or more) of fuel, just in case. It's cheap and easy insurance, why wouldn't you? Even if you don't need it you can use it later, so it costs nothing.