Record Summer Heat and Electricity Costs Trigger Power Shutoffs and Protests in Oklahoma

Soaring utility bills during peak cooling demand have left many residents in Tulsa unable to pay, leading to service disconnections and community demonstrations.

26 Aug, 09:01 — 26 Aug, 09:01

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Soaring summer power bills spark protests -- and even disconnections

The price of electricity is soaring in the summer heat, when fans and air conditioners are working nonstop. In Tulsa, Oklahoma, people are having their power cut when they can't pay their bills.

By Scott Horsley

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Record Summer Heat and Electricity Costs Trigger Power Shutoffs and Protests in Oklahoma

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Soaring summer power bills spark protests -- and even disconnections

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