Oklahoma woman's power bill hits $1,373, residents demand heat shutoff protections
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·1 viewsAn Oklahoma woman named Raelynn McMurchy received an electricity bill of $1,373, roughly double her usual amount, amid a brutal summer heatwave. The staggering charge, which exceeded her monthly rent, has sparked a petition and broader calls for policy reform. Oklahoma's utility provider has been disconnecting customers at high rates, straining local charities that offer emergency financial assistance. Residents are urging authorities to introduce stronger protections against power shutoffs during extreme heat periods.
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