Floridians are asked to report anything that appears to be price-gouging related to Tropical Storm Ida.
Under Florida law, it is illegal to charge exorbitant or excessive prices for essential items -- including shelter, gasoline, food, water, ice, generators or lumber -- following the declaration of an emergency, unless the increases in the amount charged can be attributed to additional costs for retailers.
Gov. Charlie Crist declared an emergency for the approaching storm, triggering the activation of the price-gouging statute. Fines for price gouging are $1,000 per violation, up to a maximum of $25,000 a day.
To report price-gouging, call the state Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services hot line, 800-HELPFLA (800-435-7352).
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