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NorthWestern Energy Warns of Scamming Attempts
NorthWestern Energy warns scammers falsely claim immediate payment is required to avoid shutoff, urging customers to protect personal data and report suspicious calls.
- NorthWestern Energy warned Montanans that criminals are calling and falsely claiming service will be shut off unless an immediate payment is made, the utility said.
- Energy service providers never demand instant payment, and customers with past-due accounts receive multiple service interruption notices well in advance, NorthWestern Energy said.
- NorthWestern Energy urges vigilance among Montanans to avoid sharing personal or financial information and directs them to https://www.northwesternenergy.com/scamalert for protection and reporting.
- The utility said these threats are not legitimate, cautioning customers against pressure tactics used by scammers.
- Local outlets reported the utility's warning, with the Montana Standard and Daily Montanan amplifying NorthWestern Energy's alert to residents.
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Leaning Left5Leaning Right3Center10Last UpdatedBias Distribution55% Center
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- 55% of the sources are Center
55% Center
L 28%
C 55%
R 17%
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