Gas prices are rising across the country as tensions in the Middle East push global oil prices higher, and drivers in Houston are beginning to see the impact at the pump.

Circle K is offering some relief on gas just in time for the weekend.

We’ve all heard dos and don’ts when it comes to saving money at the pump. Now, more than ever before, those tips could be important, but are they true?

According to GasBuddy’s head of petroleum analysis Patrick De Haan, there are three issues leading to the lack of gas availability:Stations without power don’t have working pumps. New fuel deliveries are delayed due to icy roads. While there currently is not a shortage, the threat could arise if refineries don’t get back up soon, De Hann said. With GasBuddy’s new “Gas Tracker” feature, Texans can help each other find operating gas stations nearby by reporting information such as fuel availability and prices within the app. AdHow long could it be until new fuel deliveries are made?