Gas prices in Los Angeles County have surged further into nightmare territory , topping costs per gallon not seen in nearly three years. The average price of a gallon of regular gasoline in Los Angeles County rose 3.7 cents Friday at $6.141 — its highest level since October 2023 — according to data from AAA. Prices have now climbed for nine straight days, jumping 22.1 cents during the stretch. The spike follows a brief reprieve that saw prices fall for two weeks straight, dropping 12.8 cents. Gas prices in Los Angeles County reached their highest levels since October 2023. AFP via Getty Images Gas prices above $6 per gallon are displayed at Chevron and Shell stations in Monterey Park, California, on April 30, 2026. AFP via Getty Images The latest surge has pushed prices 15.3 cents higher than a week ago and 13.4 cents above where they stood a month ago. Compared to this time last year, drivers are paying $1.373 more per gallon. Nationally, the trend is even steeper.…