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What To Do If You Smell Gas
We have made sure you can quickly and safely detect a natural gas leak by adding a distinctive smell. The smell is similar to rotten eggs.
If you smell gas indoors or outside, call 1-800-292-4008 immediately.
If you smell a SLIGHT odor of natural gas in your home:
- Open windows and doors.
- Extinguish all open flames.
- Do not switch on any electrical equipment.
- Call Alagasco’s emergency phone number: 1-800-292-4008
If you smell a STRONG odor of natural gas in your home:
- Leave your home immediately.
- Call Alagasco’s emergency phone number 1-800-292-4008 from a neighbor’s home.
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