New York Attorney General Letitia James on Wednesday warned residents to be vigilant against businesses price gouging essential items to take advantage of the wildfires from Canada.
to be vigilant and to watch out for companies taking advantage of consumers by selling essential goods and services at an"excessively higher price during market disruptions or emergencies."
"The poor air quality impacting our state should not be an excuse for companies to increase profits on essential items," Attorney General James"My office has zero tolerance for price gouging of any kind, and if New Yorkers notice abnormally high prices for essential items, I urge them to report it immediately. I also urge New Yorkers to follow local health guidance to protect their health and stay safe.
New York State’s price gouging statute covers state vendors, retailers, and suppliers, and includes essential goods and services like food, water, gasoline, generators, batteries, flashlights, hotel lodging, and transportation options, according to the Attorney General’s office.
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