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That Gassy Feeling Can Be Worse Than An Upset Tummy

Jan 18, 2023 11:30 AM by Jeanne Prejean Leave a Comment

Rosie the Atmos Skunk*
Atmos Energy*

In recent years, there have been literal “pop-up” stories about house explosions resulting from a natural gas leak. Most folks just ho-hum about it thinking it won’t happen in their hood. But whoa! Some of these gas lines aren’t 21st century and just in case one has a leak due to change of the underground world shifting, it just might happen.

What’s even more ghastly is what to do in case your sniffer detects a hint of gas in the air. It’s far more than you might suspect.

According to the Atmos Energy powers, here’s the “strong” recommendations:

  • Leave the area immediately.
  • Call 911 and Atmos Energy from a safe distance at 866.322.8667. It’s toll free, so don’t skimp because of the cost.
  • Do not smoke, use a lighter or strike a match.

Well, to be honest all of the above are sorta “duh,” but now for Atmos’ additional and surprising tips:

  • Do not turn on or off any electric switch. This could cause a spark, igniting the gas.
  • Do not use a cell phone, telephone, garage door opener, doorbell or even a flashlight.
  • Do not start or stop a nearby vehicle or machinery.
  • Do not try to shut off a natural gas valve.

Share this info with your family, neighbors and friends. It could make a difference in the outcome.

* Graphic courtesy of Atmos Energy

Filed Under: Announcement, Emergency, Environment, FYI, Home Sweet Home, Indoors, Insider Tip, Neighborhood, Outdoors, Prevent violence, Really!!!!! Tagged With: Atmos Energy

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