The cost of gas continues to rise, not just in the United States but also here in Erie County.
According to AAA, the national average price for a gallon of gas is now $4.457, which is more than 30 cents higher than just one week ago.
The hike comes as prices for both West Texas Intermediate and Brent Crude oil have jumped about four and six percent, respectively, with both now trading above $100 per barrel.
Monday, U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said, “help is on the way as of today,” but many drivers in Erie said that they do not have time to wait as gas prices have gone up by more than 35 cents over the past week in our area.
“I am a collegiate student-athlete so I do not really have time to get a job and so all the extra money I have goes right to gas now, it is crazy,” said Reggie Byarse III.
“It sucks, everywhere you go prices are always close to $5 or more and it is hurting our pockets,” said Matt Neiswonger.
“It is taking between $80-100 to fill up the truck at around $5, I just do not know…the check is not cutting it anymore,” said Imeisha Carr.