What To Do If I Smell Gas
If you smell gas, please follow these steps!
If you smell gas inside your home or business:
- Get out immediately and go to a safe location 300 feet away or more.
- Instruct others to leave and evacuate the premises immediately.
- Close the door behind you.
- Once outside and away from the building, call 911 immediately.
Do Not Do These!!
- Do not use electrical switches, telephones, appliances, garage door openers, etc. This can cause sparks.
- Do not use lighters or matches. Do not smoke.
- Do not open doors or windows in an attempt to ventilate
- Do not turn off your gas meter. This should only be done by a qualified representative.
If you smell gas outside your home or business:
- Take note of the exact street location and cross streets where you smell gas and call 911 immediately.
- Stay clear of the area.
Do Not Do These!!
- Do not start any motors or motor vehicles near the area of the gas odor.
- Do not use lighters or matches and do not smoke.