"Weather-induced price surge: The culprit behind rising gas costs"

Gas prices in the United States have reached a nationwide average of $3.76 per gallon, with even higher prices in California and Washington. The extreme heat is exacerbating the situation, causing refineries to operate at reduced capacity and leading to a tighter supply of gasoline. Experts predict that gas prices may rise another 15 cents in the coming weeks, with factors such as extended oil production cuts in Saudi Arabia, disruptions from a bad hurricane season, and the overall increase in crude oil prices contributing to the price hike. However, prices are expected to cool off as fall approaches.