Florida’s Price Gouging Hotline Activated Due To State Of Emergency

Attorney General Pam Bondi activated Florida’s price gouging hotline Monday as Hurricane Matthew moves through the Caribbean. The opening of the hotline comes as Gov. Rick Scott declares a state of emergency in all Florida counties in preparation for the potential impact of the category four hurricane. “Hurricane Matthew has already caused deaths in the Caribbean, and while the storm may not make landfall in Florida, scammers may still use the threat of impact to prey on consumers. Anyone who suspects price gouging during this declared state of emergency should contact my office immediately,” said Bondi.