Los Angeles gas prices hit record high for 11th time in 12 days

LOS ANGELES (CNS) -- In Los Angeles County, a new record for gas prices has now been set for the 11th time in 12 days.

The average price of a gallon of self-serve regular is now $4.77 per gallon, up more than 10 cents over the past 16 days.

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Gas prices have increased 40% compared to December 2020. The average is about $3.56 per gallon in the tri-state area.

In Orange County, the average price rose to $4.75.

According to AAA, the nationwide average is at $3.50.