Think you smell natural gas Natural gas is naturally colorless and odorless We add an odorant called mercaptan to natural gas, which gives it a distinctive smell In some cases, you can also identify natural gas by sight or sound. When it comes to household safety, one critical concern often overlooked is gas leaks In this detailed article, we will explore what happens when a gas leak occurs, the associated risks, the signs of a leak, and essential safety.
Vng responds to reports of leaks, odors, and emergencies involving natural gas lines and/or customers' natural gas appliances If leaks or critical defects in fuel lines and/or gas appliances are found during their inspections, vng will attach a red tag to the gas meter, or to the defective gas appliance, and shut the natural gas supply off to. A gas leak occurs when natural gas, often methane, escapes from a pipe or gas line Natural gas is a flammable substance that is commonly used in homes for heating, cooking, and hot water While the gas itself is odorless, gas companies add a distinctive rotten egg smell to it to make it easier to detect in case of a leak. If you suspect a natural gas leak, leave the area immediately
