Reminder of Gas Safety

Natural gas is odorless until we add mercaptan, an odorant comparable to rotten eggs, to help locate leaks. If you smell natural gas or have a natural gas emergency, evacuate immediately and call your local natural gas provider.

Here are some tips to follow.

In the kitchen:

• Never use your oven or stove to heat your home.
• Check to see if the flames on your gas range are crisp, silent, and blue.
• Follow the manufactures recommendations when cleaning range tops.
• Keep an all-purpose fire extinguisher near your kitchen.

Around appliances:

• Air filters in heating systems should be cleaned or replaced per manufacturer recommendations.
• Furnaces, vents, and appliance hookups should be inspected by a qualified person.
• Examine the air intakes, drainpipes, controls, and flue of the water heater to ensure they are clear.
• Maintain sufficient ventilation and follow the manufacturer’s directions when using a space heater.

Outside around the house:

• Keep gas meters clear of vegetation, trash, snow, and other impediments.