They said parts of Georgia, Alabama, Tennessee, North Carolina and SC would be the first to markets to face possible disruptions.
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The pipeline, which runs from Houston to NY and provides gasoline to the eastern part of the US, has been closed since September 9.
Colonial Pipeline estimates its damaged line will be back in operation this coming week.
Governor Bill Haslam has declared a state of emergency for Tennessee due to a burst gasoline pipeline in Helena, Alabama.
So far, it’s spilled more than 250,000 gallons near Birmingham.
Thursday’s average fuel price in the Nashville area was $2.07 and that was up to $2.09 by midday Friday.
The pipeline had to be shut down for repairs.
State agencies are monitoring the petroleum supply and will address any supply disruptions in Tennessee, the release said.
The fuel line will begin operating next week, and Alabama fuel truck drivers will be allowed to drive for 12 hours to minimize fuel disruptions, according to WJHL, citing Colonial Pipeline.
There were reports of long lines, increased prices and bagged pumps after hundreds of drivers topped off their tanks.
If you see any gas station charging unreasonable prices, you can file a gouging complaint with the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance by logging onto tn.gov/commerce or by calling 800-342-8385.
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The station received a new shipment of gas late Friday night and reopened at 6 a.m. Saturday morning.
