NL Hydro is warning the public of an apparent scam involving someone claiming to represent the utility.
Hydro says is has received reports from some customers who say they were called by someone claiming to be from Hydro and demanding credit card information or the person’s power will be cut.
NL Hydro says it would never ask for credit card information over the phone.
If you suspect the call is not legit, hang up immediately and report the incident to police.
Scam Alert ?? Some customers have reported receiving calls that seem to be from Hydro, demanding credit card info. These calls are not from Hydro – we would never ask for credit card info over the phone. For more on what to do if you get a suspicious call: https://t.co/Kaq8KsUPLq
— NLHydro (@NLHydro) February 8, 2024
