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Alaska Village Hits $26.82 Gas | Concord News
Gas in Shungnak, Alaska, hit a jaw-dropping $26.82 per gallon—possibly the most expensive in the U.S.—due to barge delivery failures from low Kobuk River water levels, forcing costly air shipments. For subsistence hunters relying on fuel for food and survival, this is a crushing blow. Prices may climb further as new barge fuel, bought amid global volatility, costs more than before. This isn’t just a local blip—it’s a stark reminder of how remote communities endure extreme economic hardship for basic necessities. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow…
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