Public safety message from the Public Utilities Commission and Pipeline Safety Program

NEWS RELEASE

COLORADO DEPARTMENT OF REGULATORY AGENCIES

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Winter storms and natural gas safety

• Never use natural gas appliances, such as a stove, oven or grill to heat homes or businesses.
• Ensure that outdoor vent openings and air intakes are not obstructed by snow or ice.
• Use a brush or broom to remove snow from a natural gas meter to avoid damage. Call your local utility if the meter is encased in ice. 
• Natural gas is odorized to smell like rotten eggs. If you smell it, be sure to leave your house immediately and call 911 or your local gas utility from a safe location.
• Know what's below. Call 811 before digging into the ground for any reason.

Source: American Gas Association

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