Proposed Gas Hike Direct Result of Pipeline Explosion
Dec 10, 2018 | 10:03 AM
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PRINCE GEORGE – A proposed rate hike by FortisBC is a direct result of the pipeline rupture and explosion near Prince George in October.
With the Enbridge pipeline only operating at 85 percent the gas company is facing reduced supply and needs to source gas on the open market through the cold months. The extra cost of transporting and storing the gas is what is pushing rates higher according to spokesperson Diana Sorache.
The average 9 percent raise in fees through the province or about 68 dollars a year is still pending a BC Utilities Commission review. The rate decision is expected in the first quarter of next year, and may result in a bill adjustment for customers.
