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Gas Incident Response
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Gas Incident Response

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Gas Incident Response Do’s and Don’ts
Working with SMUD
Parking, Safeguards, and Evacuation
Indoor Gas Leaks: Warning Signs
Indoor Gas Leaks: Monitor the Atmosphere
Indoor Gas Leaks: Shut Off Gas at the Service Meter
Indoor Gas Leaks: Evacuate
Indoor Gas Leaks: Ventilate
Indoor Gas Leaks: Control Ignition Hazards
Outdoor Gas Leaks: Warning Signs
Outdoor Gas Leaks: Monitor the Atmosphere
Outdoor Gas Leaks: Evacuate
Outdoor Gas Leaks: Control Ignition Hazards
Outdoor Gas Leaks: Actions to Avoid
Gas Fires: Let It Burn!
Gas Fires: Use a Fog Spray
Gas Fires: Shut Off Gas at the Service Meter
Gas Explosions: How They Happen
Gas Explosions: Severity
Gas Explosions: Evacuation Precautions
Gas Explosions: Migration Precautions
Transmission Line Emergencies: Unique Hazards
Transmission Line Emergencies: Summary of Response Actions
Railroad Incidents
Railroad Incidents: Prevent Pipeline Damage
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Natural Gas Safety

Utility Safety Information Home
Properties and Characteristics of Natural Gas
Color and Odor
Migration Behavior
Solubility
Toxicity
Flammability and Ignition Hazards
Flame Indicators
Oxidizers
Comparison with Propane
The Natural Gas Delivery System
Gathering System
Transmission Lines
Pipeline Markers
Distribution Lines
Service Laterals
Pipeline Valves
Metering and Regulating Stations
Gas Service Meters
Meter Shutoff Valves
Closing a Meter Shutoff Valve
Gas Incident Response
Gas Incident Response Do’s and Don’ts
Working with SMUD
Parking, Safeguards, and Evacuation
Indoor Gas Leaks: Warning Signs
Indoor Gas Leaks: Monitor the Atmosphere
Indoor Gas Leaks: Shut Off Gas at the Service Meter
Indoor Gas Leaks: Evacuate
Indoor Gas Leaks: Ventilate
Indoor Gas Leaks: Control Ignition Hazards
Outdoor Gas Leaks: Warning Signs
Outdoor Gas Leaks: Monitor the Atmosphere
Outdoor Gas Leaks: Evacuate
Outdoor Gas Leaks: Control Ignition Hazards
Outdoor Gas Leaks: Actions to Avoid
Gas Fires: Let It Burn!
Gas Fires: Use a Fog Spray
Gas Fires: Shut Off Gas at the Service Meter
Gas Explosions: How They Happen
Gas Explosions: Severity
Gas Explosions: Evacuation Precautions
Gas Explosions: Migration Precautions
Transmission Line Emergencies: Unique Hazards
Transmission Line Emergencies: Summary of Response Actions
Railroad Incidents
Railroad Incidents: Prevent Pipeline Damage
Return to Natural Gas Safety

Know what's below. 811 before you dig.

In case of an electrical emergency or a damaged or downed power line, call 911 and then SMUD at 1-888-456-7683.

For outages, call 1-888-456-7683.

In case of natural gas leaks or gas pipeline contacts, call 911 and then SMUD immediately at 1-888-456-7683.

You must also notify the Underground Safety Board at california811.org within two hours.

Know what's below. 811 before you dig.

In case of an electrical emergency or a damaged or downed power line, call 911 and then SMUD at 1-888-456-7683.

For outages, call 1-888-456-7683.

In case of natural gas leaks or gas pipeline contacts, call 911 and then SMUD immediately at 1-888-456-7683.
You must also notify the Underground Safety Board at california811.org within two hours.

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