| Warning: Obama's not paying your electric bill Avista and the Better Business Bureau serving Eastern Washington, North Idaho and Montana are warning customers to be alert to a scam that has affected utility customers in several states across the country. Utilities impacted by the scam also report that scammers have visited customers in person, posted fliers and used social media and texting to send this false message. "We all have to be vigilant in protecting our personal information all of the time. "You have the power and the right to safeguard your personal information and your home. Never allow anyone into your house to check electrical wiring, natural gas pipes or appliances unless you have scheduled an appointment or have reported a utility problem. If you receive a call claiming to be your utility company and feel pressured for immediate payment or personal information, hang up the telephone and get in contact with the customer service number on your utility bill. Always think safety first. Avista and the Better Business Bureau provide the following tips to avoid falling for this scam and others: Never provide your social security number, credit card number or banking information to anyone requesting it over the telephone or at your property unless you initiated the contact and feel confident with whom you are speaking. |
Thursday 7 June 2012
Warning: Obama's not paying your electric bill
