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LAKE WORTH BEACH, Fla. — In a time where every penny counts, many residents are feeling the financial pressure of the rising cost of living.

WATCH BELOW WPTV uncovers cause of inflated gas bills

A Lake Worth Beach resident turned to WPTV on Monday, desperately seeking answers regarding her gas bill, which has been inflated for months, stretching her budget to the breaking point.

A desperate call for help

Elaine White, a Lake Worth Beach resident living on a fixed income with her son, has been grappling with inconsistencies in her gas bill for the past six months.

When the bill arrived this month, it reflected a modest charge of just over $20.

However, she recounted how previous months had seen shocking charges: “One month $109, one month $130. Where are these numbers coming

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