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Xcel Energy said Thursday the price of natural gas is going up 16 percent next month to 84.52 cents per therm from 72.95 cents per therm this month.
Customers are expected to use less gas in May as temperatures rise and consumption declines. Typical residential customers are expected to decrease use by 51 percent in May, compared with April. Overall bills would decrease by 38 percent to $44.62, based on projected use of 33.6 therms.
