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Oklahoma woman's $1,373 power bill topsrent, sparks petition over soaring costs

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TOI WORLD DESK27 Aug 2026, 08:27 pmUpdated 1d ago1 min readIndiaIndia

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Oklahoma woman's $1,373 power bill tops rent, sparks petition over soaring costs

As intense summer heat sweeps through the region, many households are grappling with skyrocketing electricity bills. Raelynn McMurchy's monthly statement doubled, igniting discussions on much-needed policy reforms. Oklahoma's power provider continues to disconnect customers in alarming numbers, leaving local charities to struggle for emergency support. Residents are calling for robust measures to prevent power shutoffs during the scorching months.

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Source: Times of India · TOI WORLD DESK. Published 27 Aug 2026, 08:27 pm.

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