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West Virginia PSC Warns Trucking Co. about Stealing City Water

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The Public Service Commission of West Virginia is warning trucking companies about taking water from fire hydrants.
 
The commission issued the warning on Thursday after reports of companies allegedly taking water without consent or approval from, and reimbursement to, the local water utility.
 
Officials say the problem was first reported in the north-central part of the state, where truckers were allegedly taking water from fire hydrants and hauling the water to nearby natural gas drilling sites.
 
It is a misdemeanor to take water without the knowledge of the owner and with the intent to evade payment, punishable by up to one year and/or a fine up to $2,000.
 
If enough of a revenue shortfall is created, utility customers will have to make up the expense through an increase in rates.

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