With meterologists predicting hotter summer forecasts than usual in much of the country, utility bills are expected to rise, too, further straining the energy grid and consumers struggling due to the coronavirus pandemic. (Pixabay/Lindsey White)

A pandemic and surging summer heat leave thousands struggling to pay utility bills

EarthBeat
Jul 17, 2020

Covering Climate Now: A summer forecast to be hotter than usual in much of the country, combined with the coronavirus pandemic, strains the ability to pay rising utility bills.