MONROE, La., (KNOE 8 News) - Average retail gasoline prices in Louisiana have fallen 9.7 cents per gallon in the past week and were averaging $3.38 a gallon as the new week begins. Nationally, the national average fell another 9.6 cents per gallon during the week to $3.56 a gallon.
In Louisiana at week's end, prices were 11.6 cents per gallon higher than the same day one year ago and are 19.4 cents per gallon lower than a month ago. The national average, meanwhile, has decreased 23.1 cents per gallon since last month and stands 10.2 cents per gallon higher than a year ago.
In looking forward, Gasbuddy's Senor Petroleum Analyst Patrick DeHaan offers this triple-edged look ahead for prices: "With Hurricane Sandy headed for East Coast, there are a number of uncertainties in regards to the impact at the pump for various fuels. There is very little to look back at history and compare this storm to, and so far, it remains to be seen exactly how gasoline and diesel prices will be impacted. For motorists west of the Mississippi, there may be little change in prices because of the storm, but as you head east, especially in the states to be highly impacted, there may be disruptions at various levels. However, any disruptions in supply may be offset by area-wide shutdowns of business, leading to curtailed demand for fuel."
Friday, May 17 2013 12:09 PM EDT2013-05-17 16:09:18 GMT
FARMERVILLE, La. (KNOE 8 News) - The family of a Farmerville teen who died at football practice last week says it is overwhelmed by the community's gratitude.
FARMERVILLE, La. (KNOE 8 News) - The family of a Farmerville teen who died at football practice last week says it is overwhelmed by the community's gratitude.
