Gas prices up another 12 cents in Mass.

Gasoline prices in Massachusetts have surged to another record high that's 12 cents more than last week's mark.

A statewide survey Monday by AAA Southern New England found an average price of $3.68 per gallon for self-serve, regular unleaded. That compares with $3.56 a week ago, and marks the fifth consecutive week of higher prices.

The state remains 3 cents below the national average of $3.71. A year ago, the Massachusetts average stood at $2.95.

Until the recent spike in prices, the state's record price was $3.23 per gallon, set in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina in 2005. (AP)