It's summer vacation time! Who wants to take a driving trip up the coast?

Oil refineries across the country have been plagued by a record number of fires, power failures, leaks, spills and breakdowns this year, causing dozens of them to shut down temporarily or trim production. The disruptions are helping to drive gasoline prices to highs not seen since last summer’s records.

Gosharooty. Didn't see that one coming. Maybe we can borrow Larry David's Prius.

After Hurricanes Katrina and Rita disrupted the nation’s energy lifeline two years ago, oil companies delayed maintenance on many of their plants to make up for lost supplies and take advantage of the high prices. But, analysts say, they are now paying a price for deferring repairs.

So are we. Heckuva job.

I hear the local mall is a fun vacation destination.