GasBuddy warns Seattle gas could top $4.65 soon as oil markets swing on Iran tensions

James McCafferty, director of the Center for Economic and Business Research at Western Washington University, described the conflict and its effect on oil markets as complex and far-reaching. He said consumers should expect prices to rise and suggested ways to manage costs.

“So we do expect gas prices to rise,” McCafferty said. “You could certainly buy today — it’ll probably be less expensive than tomorrow. You can also price compare and look around. Use different website tools to compare and look for better options.