What To Do If You Smell Propane Gas
Immediate response to gas leaks is essential
to ensure that public safety is maintained. Do not delay. Do not ignore gas odors. Using the guidelines below can help you deal with any potential gas leaks. Call your propane company or 911 for help. See:
Propane gas has no odor. Propane companies add a harmless chemical called mercaptan to give it its distinctive “
rotten egg
” smell. All propane gas in California is odorized.
If you smell gas near an appliance
, it may be just a pilot light that has gone out or a burner valve that is open slightly. If you find this problem and can fix it, the problem may be solved.
If you smell gas inside:
Go to a phone that is not near the smell and call your propane company right away. (If the smell is strong or you are unsure, leave the building and then call.) They will come and make the area safe at no charge to you. While waiting for the propane company field service representative:
If the odor is strong
, leave the premises immediately and tell others to leave. Then, call your propane company from a neighbor's home.
Outside gas odors
should be reported right away - do not try to locate the source yourself. If you smell or hear escaping gas:
If you
hear
the sound of escaping gas, follow these steps:
Thornton's Gas Service provides 24-hour emergency service every day of the year to provide immediate response to emergencies such as propane gas leaks.
NEVER
turn the gas back on once it has been shut off due to a safety concern. Call your propane company for assistance.
All repairs to gas lines on your premises must be made in accordance with local regulations, by a licensed plumber where required or by your propane company.
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