Steps to Avoid a Gas Fire

11/26/2020 (Permalink)

The smell of leaking gas is always a signal to you that there’s a hazard in your home. Natural gas can leak into your home and create the perfect atmosphere for a fire. If you notice the smell of gas, you need to do a few steps to ensure you don’t start a gas fire.

1. Avoid Sparks

Gas is highly combustible. If you add a spark to the environment, you could set off a gas explosion. You can avoid sparks by keeping all the lights in the house turned off and only use flashlights.

2. Start ventilation

Allowing the gas to escape can help you avoid a catastrophic gas fire. Open as many windows and doors as possible to air the gas out as best as possible.

3. Turn off appliances

If you have a gas stove, furnace or dryer, you may be able to slow or stop the leak by turning off your appliances.

4. Shut off the gas

If it’s possible and safe for you, find the gas meter and turn off the gas supply to the house.

5. Leave

Safely evacuate your home and call emergency responders. They can safely find the root of the cause and make your home safe.

Smelling natural gas in your home can be scary. Taking smart, precautionary steps can help you avoid a gas fire and keep your entire family safe.

If a fire does occur, call SERVPRO of Victor/Canandaigua at (585) 393-0310 to make the restoration as stress-free as possible.