That could be natural gas leak We add mercaptan to natural gas so it emits a rotten egg/sulfur smell, and make sure it's always at appropriate levels to alert the public of a potential leak. Keep reading for more precautions
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The arlington county fire department’s gas leak response will depend on if the leak is located inside or outside and the size of the gas line leaking
Once on scene, firefighters will speak with the person who reported leak and check the area with gas meters.
Natural gas is a colorless, odorless fuel As a safety precaution, we add a chemical odorant called mercaptan that gives natural gas an odor often associated with rotten eggs This distinctive scent allows you to smell a potential leak if it occurs Always leave if you suspect a leak
In severe cases, if not used. Warning signs of gas leak Hissing sounds smell of rotten eggs bubbling in wet or flooded areas dirt being blown into the air dead or discolored vegetation abnormally dry or hardened soil white cloud near a gas line warning signs of gas leak Evacuate the building or area immediately.
In 2023, we performed safety inspections on our transmission system at about 2.5 times the rate required by federal and state regulations
