Gas prices are climbing across Wisconsin after flooding at a major oil refinery in Indiana disrupted fuel supplies, hitting drivers hard at the pump.

Experts say the price increases stem from severe weather-related flooding at British Petroleum's Whiting refinery in Indiana. As of Monday afternoon, BP has not said when the refinery will return to normal operations. They are posting updates on the refinery's Facebook page.

Local drivers are already experiencing sticker shock. Duane Czaicki, an artist filling up his car, expressed surprise at the rising costs.

"I'm…a little shocked. I'm pushing four dollars for premium. Um…I thought they were going to go down," Czaicki said.

The price increases are forcing budget adjustments for many families.

"These prices are going to change the way

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