Petrol runs out as Rangers fans head home
Last updated 09:09, Thursday, 15 May 2008
A CUMBRIAN service station closed briefly overnight when it ran out of fuel.
Burton services shut down for a time after being deluged by Rangers soccer supporters heading back to Scotland.
Police were forced to issue a warning to motorists heading north to check their fuel levels before entering the county.
Other north-bound service stations at Tebay and Southwaite, near Carlisle, were heavily congested for a time - but no trouble was reported.
It was estimated that 100,000 Rangers fans travelled to Manchester for the Uefa cup final last night.
The game against FC Zenit St Petersburg ended in a 2-0 defeat for the team which is still chasing the championship north of the border.
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