Gas prices are climbing again. Here's what the experts are saying

Now, to that pain at the pump, Americans are now paying the highest price for gas in four years. If you filled up, you filled it. The national average now stands at $4.30. In Philadelphia, we're looking at $4.36. But look at this. This is a dramatic increase from just a week ago. Nationally, the price per gallon jumped $0.27 in a week. And in Philadelphia, the price went up $0.32. After a bit of relief at the pump, gas prices are now climbing again. This is now the highest it's been in four years. And drivers are concerned they're going to continue to keep rising. It's $4.39. No, it is not. That's just beyond me. Shocked at the pump is an understatement for people filling up in Montgomery County today. After ticking down for nearly two weeks, prices are now back up, with the national average jumping $0.27 in just one week. Gas prices, when I started to drive, were only $0.25 a gallon. And amazing when you look at the prices of gas today. This is the highest gas prices have been since July 2022. And the conflict in Iran began in February. Now we're looking at the Strait of Hormuz again, completely closed. 20% of global oil supplies run through that strait. Experts say rising oil prices are now topping $100 a barrel. And with resolutions in the Middle East also at a standstill, there's no end of relief in sight. I'm a real supporter of what we're doing in the Middle East. And if we have to pay the price with gas, then it is what it is. But others don't think the sacrifice is worth the cost. War as a whole is not good. Sometimes some people think it's a necessary evil to protect the homeland. There's always two sides to every story. And experts say the sticker price is likely to stay as we approach Memorial Day and summer travel plans. High gas prices have not really been a deterrent as people look ahead to planned summer travel. That said, most people will adjust spending in other areas. And some tips to help you save a little bit of money at the pump include shopping around for the best price, keeping up with maintenance, and also limiting your air conditioning usage. We're in Flower Town, Cheyenne Crenn, Channel 6 Action News.