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UGI Warns Customers About Sophisticated Scammers Impersonating Utility

UGI Utilities warns customers about scammers creating fake ads and phone numbers to impersonate the company. Learn how to protect yourself from utility fraud.

This news matters because utility scams directly threaten household finances and personal safety. Scammers targeting essential services like gas and electricity prey on vulnerable customers who may be facing service issues or emergencies. Financial losses from these scams can be significant, but the greater danger lies in allowing unauthorized individuals posing as utility workers into homes, potentially leading to theft or safety hazards. As digital fraud becomes more sophisticated, consumers must remain vigilant about verifying contact information through official channels rather than search engine results, which scammers increasingly manipulate through sponsored ads. This alert serves as a critical reminder that utility companies never demand immediate payment through unsolicited calls or visits.