Using energy safely

Electricity

Call a qualified repair person if you notice:

• Blown fuses or tripped circuit breakers
• Tingling when touching an appliance
• Discolored wall outlets
• Burning smell from an appliance or wiring
• Sizzling sound at switches or outlets
• Flickering lights

Electric safety basics
Ground-fault circuit interruptors
Children's safety tips

Natural gas

Natural gas is colorless and odorless until we add mercaptan, a rotten egg odor to help detect leaks. If you smell natural gas or have a natural gas emergency, leave immediately and call 800-261-5325 from another location.
Natural gas safety
American Gas Association pipeline safety fact sheet

Generators

Use generators safely to protect yourself, utility workers and property.
Generator safety tips