Digging safely and correctly is important when working in areas with underground lines. It's a free service that could save you considerable expense, avoid inconvenience and possibly save your life. We most often use natural gas to cook food, dry clothes and to heat our homes and businesses. Natural gas is an important energy source, but it can be dangerous if we don't use it carefully. Natural gas is odorless when found in its natural state in wells underground.
Some people say the odor is similar to a rotten egg or a skunk.
If you smell something similar, it could mean a gas leak. Never turn on or off any electrical switches, including light switches. Do not strike a match. Leave doors you pass through open to help ventilate the area, but never take time to open windows before you leave. Go to a neighbor's or use a cell phone away from your home to call for help.