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Florida Receives Over 200 Price Gouging Complaints


Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody has received over 200 complaints about price gouging as residents prepared to evacuate from Hurricane Milton. Most complaints are related to fuel and water, with the top three counties being Highlands, Hillsborough, and Pinellas. Instances of price gouging were also seen in overnight accommodations, including an Airbnb listing for almost $6,000 a night.

The Florida Price Gouging Hotline was extended in anticipation of Hurricane Milton, which regained Category 5 strength before making landfall. The storm brought damaging winds, storm surge, and heavy rainfall to the area, prompting millions to evacuate and prepare for the impact. Price gouging laws in Florida cover a range of essentials including lodging, food, fuel, and equipment during a state of emergency.

Authorities are warning residents to be wary of scammers who may take advantage of natural disasters. Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr advised vigilance against home repair fraud, charity fraud, imposter scams, and price gouging. To avoid being scammed, experts recommend verifying identities, avoiding giving out sensitive information or money, and obtaining written estimates for repairs covered by insurance.

Hillsborough County issued tips on how to avoid falling for sham contractors, emphasizing the importance of insurance evaluation before repairs, obtaining multiple estimates, and not paying the full cost upfront. Florida is bracing for the impact of Hurricane Milton, while authorities are working to address price gouging complaints and protect residents from potential scams in the aftermath of the storm.

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