SETX Emergency Management Statement; Price Gouging Information

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SETX Emergency Management Statement; Price Gouging Information

Brian Burns

Story Created: Sep 15, 2008 at 4:45 PM CST

Story Updated: Sep 15, 2008 at 4:45 PM CST

September 15th, 2008
SOUTHEAST TEXAS EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT
Time:5:25 p.m.

Anyone experiencing price gouging is asked to report it to the Texas Attorney General's Office - Consumer Fraud Division at
1-800-252-8011. This covers fuel, hotels and commodities. Anyone attempting to sell items for more than the price the person charged for the goods or services from and after the date of the declaration of the disaster is subject to a citation and a fine of up to $500.00.

There have been several local gas stations and propane providers that have increased their prices tremendously. Beaumont officers have issued citations and made reports to submit to the Texas Attorney General's Office.

Citizens are asked to report these incidents that are occurring in the City of Beaumont to BPD at 832-1234. Citizens are asked to report it individually as well to the Consumer Fraud Division at 1-800-252-8011.


Tuesday, Sep 16 at 12:00 AM Susan wrote ...

There is only one station open in Winnie , $4.90/gal!

Monday, Sep 15 at 11:53 PM Susan wrote ...

exxon in Winnie, $4.90/gal, it is ONLY station open and with fuel. If you come to Winnie or Hamshire-bring your own gas, ice and water.

Monday, Sep 15 at 11:50 PM Susan wrote ...

who will issue citations for the only gas station with gas for $4.90/gal? I believe it is an Exxon near Broadway@124 [aka fm 1442]. Red Cross is waiting for another delivery of ice, but the truck has been delayed by debris. Red Cross rules!

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