Tropical Storm Isaac Expected to Cause Steep Increase in Johnston Gas Prices

Just in time for your extended holiday weekend, Johnston gas prices are expected to rise.

Iowa gas prices are expected to rise 25 cents a galling by this time next week.

Officials from AAA have said that Tropical Storm Isaac, which is currently ripping across the Gulf of Mexico, will shut down offshore oil rigs, according to the Cedar Rapids Gazette.

The National Hurricane Center has predicted that the tropical storm will become a hurricane on Tuesday with 74 to 95 mph winds. It is expected to hit from an area southwest of New Orleans to the edge of Florida's panhandle.

Prices in Johnston are currently sitting at $3.67 per gallon for regular unleaded gasoline.

You can check while in your car by using your mobile device to access the "Commute" tab on Johnston Patch.

Prices listed are for regular grade based on the application of credit charges at each station. Cash prices may be lower at some locations.

Station

Address

Cost

6130 N.W. 86th St.

$3.67

5225 N.W. 86th St.

$3.67

5800 Northglenn Drive

$3.67

6417 Northglenn Drive

$3.67

6110 Merle Hay Road

$3.67

5340 N.W. Beaver Drive  

$3.67

10010 N.W. 62nd Ave.

$3.68

5169 Merle Hay Road

$3.67