As Hurricane Irene Approaches, Watch Out for Scams

With Hurricane Irene approaching the East Coast, it’s important to be mindful of possible scams in the aftermath of a disaster. 

Financial fraudsters often try to take advantage of a disaster, and so consumers should be wary of urgent appeals for charitable donations, and watch out for fraudulent home repair schemes after a storm.
 
The Federal Trade Commission's Web site has more information for consumers about avoiding home repair rip-offs and charity fraud.