Gas prices set to spike as Harvey pummels Houston

HOUSTON — Tropical Storm Harvey is wreaking havoc on America’s vital energy facilities. That’s going to mean higher gas prices at the pump. U.S. gasoline futures were up 5% early Monday after spiking as much as 7% earlier. The storm forced the shutdown of at least 10 refineries in the Houston and Corpus Christi areas. Gasoline futures, which reflect wholesale prices charged to gas stations, are now at their highest level since July 2015. Analysts said it often takes a