Southern Ute Utilities Division

Suspected Gas Leak? Call 911!

Characteristics of Natural Gas
Natural gas is a clean-burning, efficient fuel that is colorless, tasteless, and lighter than air. It is also odorless in its natural state. To help detect leaks, an odorant is added to the gas prior to providing it to customers. The odorant smells like rotten eggs or sulfur.

Signs of a Natural Gas Leak
Southern Ute Utilities Division will investigate suspected gas leaks free of charge. Call 911.

LOOK:

• Unexplained areas of dead vegetation where the surrounding area is green.
• Blowing dirt or bubbling water.

LISTEN:

• Hissing, roaring, or bubbling sounds from the ground or standing water near a pipeline.

SMELL:

• An odorant has been added to the gas. It can be compared to the smell of rotten eggs or sulfur.

How to Respond to a Potential Gas Leak

IMMEDIATELY EVACUATE everyone from the building or area. Leave the door open when you exit.

CALL 911 once everyone is safe and away from area.

STAY AWAY from the building or area. Emergency responders will advise when it is safe to return.

DO NOT:

• Strike a match.
• Attempt to fix or adjust gas lines or equipment.
• Cause a spark.

NEVER:

• Touch a phone.
• Use a cell phone near the suspected leak.
• Touch a light switch or electronic device
• Open or close windows.