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Florida Power & Light proposes a nearly $10 billion rate hike over four years, which could be the largest in U.S. history, to fund grid reliability, renewable energy projects, and infrastructure, sparking concerns from environmental groups and advocates about affordability and shareholder profits.
Severe weather caused power outages across the Tampa Bay area, with thousands of customers affected. Local power companies such as Tampa Electric Company, Florida Power and Light, Duke Energy, and others reported outages in various counties. Customers were advised to report outages online or by phone, and to stay away from downed power lines or open transformers.
The Florida Supreme Court is questioning the justification behind Florida Power & Light's rate hikes, raising concerns about the utility company's reasoning for increasing prices.
The Sanford Police Department has issued a warning about a male imposter claiming to be with Florida Power & Light (FPL) who has been going door-to-door in Sanford neighborhoods, particularly in the Mayfair area, subdivisions near Celery Avenue, and the Historic District. The imposter has reportedly become aggressive when questioned. Residents are advised to contact the police department directly or call the non-emergency line if they encounter the individual, and to refrain from sharing information on social media platforms that may require law enforcement attention.