Last time I was in SoCal, we drove up the 101 to Goleta. On the way up, I was struck by all the oil derricks we could see offshore. I find ironic they are paying the highest prices. Years of liberal control...
I don't believe that any of the off-shore oil is refined for gas, it's too heavy, and full of sulfer, I sure someone will correct me if I am wrong. more of the oil is shipped in, ther is a terminal just off LA harbor.