Memorial Day weekend could kick off long, hot summer for gas prices |
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Written by The Hill Press |
Friday, 27 May 2022 16:34 |
http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/gas-prices-2022-s450.pngAbnormally low stocks as we enter summer, pent up vacation demand, Russia’s invasion of Ukraine all factors. WASHINGTON, DC - Soaring gas prices have Americans bracing for an expensive Memorial Day weekend, the traditional start of the summer when vacation-related travel typically spikes. Despite the increases — last week, every state had gas prices over $4 for the first time ever — AAA is predicting travel for the three-day weekend will return to near pre-COVID pandemic levels. |