Duke Energy is warning customers of a scam text message that has begun circulating. The texts discuss a power outage in your area and lead to a link not affiliated with Duke Energy.
The message reads, “From Duke Energy. ‘Scheduled Rolling Power Outages Effective 11 PM – By Zip Codes and Time. Will remain in effect to January 27th due to freeze conditions. Click below for map and details…” It then inserts a phishing link that is not related to Duke Energy.
Officials warn anyone who may receive the link not click or download any of the attachments. Duke Energy states that any announcements from the company will come directly from official communication channels…