Gas Prices Soar as Global Tensions Mount | Oakland News

Gas prices are surging nationwide, especially in California, as Middle East tensions disrupt oil supplies and push crude over $100 a barrel. The national average hit $4.09 a gallon — up 15 cents — with most states now above $4. Bay Area drivers are paying even more: California leads the nation at $5.57 a gallon, with San Mateo at $5.77 and San Francisco at $5.75. Even the cheapest spot, Solano County, clocks in at $5.45. With summer driving ahead, experts warn prices could climb further — a stark reminder that global events directly hit your wallet at the pump. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/3692af975f63acdb