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FPL seeks approval to offset storm costs, looks to collect $1.2B
Read full article: FPL seeks approval to offset storm costs, looks to collect $1.2BFlorida Power & Light customers likely will face increased monthly bills in 2025 after the utility Tuesday requested approval to collect nearly $1.2 billion to cover costs of restoring power after hurricanes Debby, Helene and Milton and to replenish a storm reserve fund.
Melbourne family faces $12K electric bill after meter tampering
Read full article: Melbourne family faces $12K electric bill after meter tamperingA Melbourne family has been stuck with a $12,000 electric bill after their power company discovered someone had tampered with their meter limiting how much usage was being reported.
70-acre brush fire burns at FPL solar farm in Palm Bay, firefighters say
Read full article: 70-acre brush fire burns at FPL solar farm in Palm Bay, firefighters sayPalm Bay firefighters responded to a brush fire that began Saturday at a solar farm in the southern end of the city, according to a fire department spokesperson.
COUNTY-BY-COUNTY: Power outages reported in Central Florida amid severe storms
Read full article: COUNTY-BY-COUNTY: Power outages reported in Central Florida amid severe stormsThe Florida Public Service Commission has begun charting power outages as severe storms make their way through the state. Here are the latest figures.
Police put out warning about FPL imposter seen in Sanford neighborhoods
Read full article: Police put out warning about FPL imposter seen in Sanford neighborhoodsIn a release, police said that reports of the imposter have come from the Mayfair area, in the subdivisions near Celery Avenue, and the Historic District.
Silagy to step down as FPL chairman, CEO
Read full article: Silagy to step down as FPL chairman, CEOEric Silagy, chairman, president and CEO of Florida Power & Light and a prominent figure in state political and business circles, will step down next month as head of the utility, the company announced Wednesday.
FPL proposes new customer rate hikes because of hurricanes, fuel prices
Read full article: FPL proposes new customer rate hikes because of hurricanes, fuel pricesFlorida Power and Light is calling for a 10% rate hike for Florida customers to help offset costs from two hurricanes and increased natural gas prices.
These Florida electric companies are raising rates in January
Read full article: These Florida electric companies are raising rates in JanuaryState regulators Tuesday approved utility costs that will translate to higher electric bills in January for homeowners and businesses — and the pain won’t end there.
Many Floridians now eligible for Transitional Sheltering Assistance after Ian, FEMA says
Read full article: Many Floridians now eligible for Transitional Sheltering Assistance after Ian, FEMA saysThe Federal Emergency Management Agency on Friday announced Floridians living in counties deemed eligible for FEMA individual assistance after Hurricane Ian qualify for the now-activated Transitional Sheltering Program.
Police: Thief cuts copper wire from FPL plants, sells it for $20,600
Read full article: Police: Thief cuts copper wire from FPL plants, sells it for $20,600Seddrick Brown is accused of stealing copper wire from an FPL plant and re-selling it. (Brevard County Jail)TITUSVILLE, Fla. – Police say a Brevard County man’s scheme to make quick cash by selling stolen copper wire was foiled Monday when a sale was traced back to him. During the investigation, the copper was later traced back to the FPL plant. Authorities said during the course of the investigation there were other burglaries reported at FPL plants in Brevard County consistent with the amount Brown had sold. The 29-year-old is now being held in the Brevard County Jail on no bond.
Hundreds of line crews prepare for possible outages from Hurricane Isaias
Read full article: Hundreds of line crews prepare for possible outages from Hurricane IsaiasDAYTONA BEACH, Fla. As Hurricane Isaias approaches the Florida coast, hundreds of power crews are already in position and ready to respond in case of power outages. [RELATED: LIVE TRACK: Forecast cone, computer models, updates as Hurricane Isaias approaches Florida]Our restoration work force is 10,000 men and women who are working on this restoration effort, said Marie Bertot, of Florida Power and Light. Crews gathered Saturday morning at the Daytona International Speedway, linemen and women came from states like Kentucky and Texas to help Floridians. And because of the pandemic, Berto says crews are prepared with supplies to keep them safe from COVID-19. To keep up with the latest news on the pandemic, subscribe to News 6s coronavirus newsletter and go to ClickOrlando.com/coronavirus.