# Gas Prices Soar: Strait of Hormuz Crisis & Oil Stockpile Drought

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Podcast: [Charleston West Virginia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/charleston-west-virginia-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7606770)
Published: 2026-05-22T19:20:34+00:00
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Gas prices soar to record highs, straining travel plans and global oil reserves. Negotiations to reopen the Strait of Hormuz are stalled, causing a significant jump in prices. Experts warn of potential climb to five dollars a gallon, with a year or more for prices to fully come down. Global oil stockpiles are dangerously low, with potential oil prices hitting one hundred ninety-six dollars a barrel if disruptions continue. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/44bb8d4272a5993a

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