WA fuel prices hold steady as second most expensive in nation

MOSES LAKE — For the third week in a row, Washington has the second-highest average fuel prices in the nation at $4.52, a four-cent decrease from last week. California, the only state in the nation with higher prices, is sitting at $4.66, according to AAA.

“Pain is about to return to California and neighboring states following last week’s refinery fire outside Los Angeles,” head of petroleum analysis at Gas Buddy Patrick De Haan said. “While OPEC again agreed over the weekend to boost oil production for November, the real story for motorists has been regional variation — especially in areas served by California’s supply system. Though the damage from the fire appears limited, the West Coast is likely to see prices climb, while most other areas can expect relative stability or slight decli