Gas Prices

Visit Saint Pete Clearwater projects hotel revenue in March and April to be 23% higher than last year.

“My answer is just get the cost down internationally, and that means having stable energy markets, making sure we're doing everything to get our stuff to market,” DeSantis said. “But I don't know that there's going to be any simple fix.”

Drivers have experienced historic sticker shock as they've filled up their tanks since the U.S. and Israel began military action against Iran. Floridians have paid higher prices in the past, but rarely have experienced such sudden price hikes. The same goes for gas station owners.

On "The Florida Roundup," Democratic congresswoman Kathy Castor of Tampa talks about why she opposes America's involvement in the war in Iran, offshore drilling and more.

In just a week, gas prices have shot up to almost $4 for a gallon for regular unleaded. "Live & Local" takes a closer look at what’s driving up the cost and how you are dealing with it.

Regional inflation data shows price increases are slowing overall. However, electricity and food prices have kept a lid on inflation falling further.

The cost at the pump averaged $2.74, down 12 cents from a week earlier and 29 cents from a month earlier.

Monday's state average of $2.97 was down 13 cents from a week ago, according to AAA, but it quickly rose a day later.

Florida law requires most stations to be able to run on generators, while requiring gas-station chains to have at least one portable generator for every 10 fuel outlets they own in a county.

They tell AAA that gas will soon be delivered 24/7 to stations across the state.

The statewide average fell 16 cents last week and is at its lowest since February.

The average price rose to a nearly two-month high on the Fourth of July, and Hurricane Beryl could impact the fuel supply, meaning even higher costs.