HOW TO RECOGNIZE A LEAK

Natural gas is a flammable, colorless, odorless, lighter-than-air, non-toxic substance. Since natural gas is odorless, sometimes local utilities add an odorant to help consumers smell gas should a leak occur; however, odorant is added at only certain places along the pipeline. It is important to remember that you may not always be able to detect a gas leak by smell.

The following signs can be an indication of a natural gas pipeline leak:

 Dust, water or vegetation blowing around a pipeline
 Discolored or dead vegetation near a pipeline
 A pool of liquid on the ground
 A rainbow sheen on water
 A dense white cloud or fog over pipeline
 A blowing or hissing sound caused by escaping gas
 Bubbling in a wet area
 Flames, if the leak has ignited
 An unusual smell or gaseous odor

If you become aware of a leak, notify the pipeline company immediately. Emergency phone numbers are listed on all pipeline markers.

What To Do if a Leak Occurs

 Leave the area immediately on foot and warn others to stay away
 Abandon any equipment being used in or near the area
 Avoid any open flame or other sources of ignition
 Call 911 or local law enforcement
 Notify the pipeline company immediately
 Do not attempt to extinguish a natural gas fire, and do not attempt to operate pipeline valves