ROCHESTER, N.Y. — Gas prices have been rising in the Rochester area and nationally this week as the war with Iran continues to escalate.
Rochester’s average hit $4.27 per gallon on Friday morning, about five cents higher than a week ago, according to AAA’s latest report. Rochester’s average remains higher than the national average, which hit $4.10 per gallon on Friday, about 12 cents higher than a week ago. It also remains higher than the state average, which is $4.21 per gallon.
Gas prices have risen worldwide during the war because of the fighting and volatility around the Strait of Hormuz, through which 20% of the world’s oil supply passes. This week, the U.S. has launched several airstrikes targeting Iran, while Iran’s government has attacked ships in the strait and hit U.S. assets and allies in Persian Gulf countries. A week ago, Iranian airstrikes killed two U.S. service members in Jordan, and the military identified the remains of two more fallen service members.
Tips to save on gas
News10NBC’s Kristi Blake has some tips to save on gas while the war continues. Keep your gas tank at least half full. This way, you have time to choose the cheapest gas station instead of what’s closest…