Gas prices plummet below $1 in some places

A gas war among stations in one Michigan town forced prices below $1.

According to some reports, the fuel fight in Houghton Lake saw prices hovering around 50 cents at one point Sunday.

The Beacon & Bridge Market, Citgo and Marathon stations are offering the fuel for less than $1, according to 9and10 News.

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Police officers were helping direct traffic near the stations because of long lines, according to 9and10 News.

However, the prices were apparently promotional. Gas was back to $1.46, $1.48 and $1.47 at those stations on Monday morning, according to gasbuddy.com.

Awwwwww ya. Price wars breaking out in Houghton Lake, Michigan. Photographed at 78 cents/gallon, allegedly down to 50 cents/gallon now. Cops are out directing traffic in the area. Thanks, Obama!

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