Florida Power and Light customers can expect their average monthly bills to increase by $12 starting in January. The hike comes as part of a $1.2 billion recovery package approved by the Florida Public Service Commission to cover restoration costs from hurricanes Helene,

The Florida Public Service commission said the bill increase is designed to recoup $1.2 billion in recovery costs from the three hurricanes in 2024.

Following the state's Dec. 2nd Public Service Commission hearing, customers of two Tampa Bay utility companies will likely see their rates increase.