Natural Gas Notice

Purpose	The purpose of the City of Burrton Gas System is to provide natural gas to its customers as safely as possible. The Cities Gas System has been very reliable with no major gas leaks. Gas pipelines are the safest method to transport natural gas.
Hazards	Natural gas is odorless in its raw form, so the chemical Mercaptan is added to the gas so that it can be detected by smell. There are four hazards associated with natural gas: Fire Flammability Asphyxiation & Suffocation Pressure
If You Smell Gas	If the smell of gas is present inside your home - no matter how faint or strong - or if you hear a hissing sound: DO NOT: Smoke or Strike a Match Turn on Lights Operate any Electrical Switches or Appliance Controls Pull any Plugs from Outlets Use a Flashlight or Lighter Use a Telephone or Cell Phone from inside the building BUT DO: Get Everyone Out of the Building Immediately Leave the Door Open Use a Neighbor's Phone or a Cell Phone Outside the Building to call 911 Remain Outside until the Structure has been Cleared by Gas Personnel
What To Look For	When gas odor is detected, look for dead spots of vegetation where the gas line is located
Before Digging	Before any excavation projects or digging, even in your own yard, you are Required by State Statute to call Kansas Dig Safe and allow time for underground services to be located and marked. 1-800-344-7233 or Simply Dial 811 Online at: www.kansasonecall.com
In A Gas Emergency	If you have an Emergency, Call 911
Questions?	If you have any questions concerning the Gas System, please contact City Hall at 620-463-4545 between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Monday thru Friday. Evenings and Weekends call 911.