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Gas Prices Surge Forces Phrostbite to Raise Ice Costs

3/25/2026

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Gas prices surged in late February 2026 after start of the U.S.-led war in Iran, raising costs for Phrostbite Italian Ice in Houston.
Ondrey Lawson, owner of Phrostbite Italian Ice, saw fuel costs climb from $70 to $90 per tank.
The shop adjusted delivery routes and reduced hours to save fuel.
Ultimately, Phrostbite Italian Ice raised prices to stay profitable, and Ms. Lawson said, "Finally, I had to give in."

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Gas prices surged in late February 2026 after start of the U.S.-led war in Iran, raising costs for Phrostbite Italian Ice in Houston.
Ondrey Lawson, owner of Phrostbite Italian Ice, saw fuel costs climb from $70 to $90 per tank.
The shop adjusted delivery routes and reduced hours to save fuel.
Ultimately, Phrostbite Italian Ice raised prices to stay profitable, and Ms. Lawson said, "Finally, I had to give in."