TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Attorney General Ashley Moody has activated Florida's price gouging hotline as Hurricane Dorian continues moving toward the state.
The opening of the hotline comes shortly after Gov. Ron DeSantis declared a state of emergency for Florida counties in the projected path of the storm.
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State law prohibits excessive increases in the price of essential commodities, such as food, water, hotel rooms, ice, gasoline, lumber and equipment, needed as a direct result of an officially declared emergency.
“Floridians in the projected path of this storm should take steps now to ensure they are prepared for a strike and the possibility of days without electricity," Moody said. "This means purchasing essential commodities such as food, water and fuel."
Violators are subject to civil penalties of $1,000 per violation and up to $25,000 for multiple violations committed in a 24-hour period.
Price gouging can be reported by calling 1-866-966-7226. Floridians can also download the NO SCAM app to report price gouging.