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Virginia gas prices jump overnight amid Middle East conflict disrupting global oil supply

Gas prices jump overnight as conflict escalates in Middle East
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RICHMOND, Va. β€” Gas prices in the U.S. jumped again overnight as the escalating conflict in the Middle East continues to disrupt the global supply chain for crude oil.

According to AAA, the nationwide average surged overnight by 9 cents to $3.19 a gallon.

Virginia's average gas price has risen above $3, jumping 10 cents since Tuesday to $3.03 per gallon.

Drivers buying gas in Richmond are paying an average of $3.16 a gallon.

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