Natural gas is one of the safest, most reliable and environmentally-friendly fuels used today. Although it is not common, leaks can happen.
To detect a natural gas leak: Look, Listen & Smell.
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*Video description: Learn how to detect a gas leak.
Look!
Look for blowing dirt, bubbling water or dry spots in moist areas. There may be an area of dead plants surrounded by live plants.
Listen!
Listen for a hissing sound near a natural gas line.
Smell!
In its pure state, natural gas is colorless and odorless. A scent called mercaptan is added to give natural gas a rotten egg smell.
If a leak is detected, take action immediately.
- First, leave the area. Never try to find or stop a leak.
- Do not do anything that could cause a spark. Don’t use a phone, crank a car, turn on electrical switches or smoke.
- Call 911 or Trussville Gas & Water at 205-655-3211 immediately from a safe location.
Do not return to the location until safety personnel have indicated that it is safe to do so. In the rare event of a natural gas leak, the safety of our customers is our primary concern.