Heating Bills Set to Surge This Winter — What Utah Families Need to Know

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Heating Bills Set to Surge This Winter — What Utah Families Need to Know

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Published on Sep 21, 2026, 5:03:00 AM
Total time: 00:16:49

Episode Description
Severe weather in Northern Utah signals winter is just around the corner — and so are higher heating costs. A national forecast predicts bills could jump nearly nine percent, but what does that mean locally? KSL's Maria Shilaos talks with Mike Murdock, manager of Utah's Heat Program, about what to expect this season, and Sahil Oberoi, Chief Operating Officer at Utah Community Action, about the resources available for Utahns who need help.
 
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