Gas prices up 3 cents in Orleans County in past week
The average price for regular unleaded is up about 3 cents in Orleans County in the past week, from $3.830 on Aug. 14 to $3.856 today, according to AAA.
In New York, the average price is at $3.920 for regular unleaded, compared to $3.915 a week ago, $3.683 a month ago and $4.255 a year ago.
The average price for diesel in the state is at $4.561 today, compared to $4.545 a week ago, $4.361 a month ago and $5.413 a year ago.
The average prices in Western New York counties include:
- Orleans, $3.856
- Genesee, $3.854
- Wyoming, $3.897
- Livingston, $3.883
- Monroe,$3.920
- Niagara, $3.863
- Erie, $3.887
- Chautauqua, $3.914
- Cattaraugus, $3.773
- Allegany, $3.848
AAA issued this statement about gas prices: “The national average for a gallon of regular gasoline has climbed another 2 cents higher since last week, despite lower demand and the price of oil falling several dollars per barrel and struggling to stay above $80.
“But the potential for hurricane development and forecasts of an expanding heat dome over Texas, Oklahoma and Kansas next week could push oil prices higher. Refineries in these states may have to curb production to deal with the sizzling temperatures.
“While fewer drivers are fueling up at the moment, the looming heat and entering the heart of hurricane season are a roadblock to falling gas prices. Gas prices may keep waffling until mid-September or longer.”
