Posted 9/18/2023, 8:02:28 PM
Gas Prices Soar to $6 Per Gallon in Parts of LA County, Squeezing Drivers
- Average gas price in LA County jumped nearly 20 cents in 48 hours to $5.91 per gallon, with some stations over $6/gallon
- Prices have risen 94 cents in 57 days due to ongoing refinery issues and unexpected outages disrupting supply
- Driver with mobile pet grooming business says she's keeping trips local due to high prices over past year
- Expert says increase should stick around 1-2 more weeks before moving downward, barring more refinery issues
- AAA rep says usual fall decline in gas prices being slowed by high oil costs amid lower seasonal demand