Smell Gas?
If You Suspect a Gas Leak
Recognize
Signs of a natural gas leak may include:
- Smell of rotten eggs, a skunk, or dirty diapers
- Blowing or hissing sounds
- Dead or discolored vegetation in an otherwise green area
- Dirt or dust blowing from a hole in the ground
- Bubbling in wet or flooded areas
- Flames if a leak has ignited
React
Leave the area immediately!
- Don’t use electrical devices such as light switches, cell phones, garage door openers, etc.
- Don’t use open flame matches or lighters.
- Don’t try to locate the source of the leak.
- Don’t try to shut off any natural gas valves or gas appliances.
- Don’t reenter the building or return to the area until one of our employees says that it is safe.
Report
Go to a safe location! Call WTPUD 731-986-8289 or 1-800-443-7794 anytime, day or night. We respond 24 hours a day, seven days a week, at no charge for gas leaks.