Emergency Survival: Utilities Mobile App

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  Think SAFETY and do not take risks.

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  Walk carefully around your property; look for downed power wires, water and gas leaks and damage ...

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  Do not enter severely damaged buildings, especially alone.

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  Learn the location of your gas meter and how to shut off the supply valve.

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  Do not shut off the gas supply valve unless you smell or hear gas leaking.

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  If you have “Natural Gas” (a line from the street) the main shut-off valve is located next to you...

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  Use a wrench and carefully give it a quarter turn in either direction so that the bar runs crossw...

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  Shut off valves covered with paint should be tapped gently to break the seal; forcing the valve c...

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  If you have propane (gas in a tank), turn off the main gas supply valve if it is safe to do so.

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  To close the valve turn it to the right (clockwise).

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  Every responsible member of your household should know where your electrical switch box is and wh...

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  Remember - do not operate any electrical switches if a gas leak is suspected.

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  The water shut off valve is found where the water supply enters the house.

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  Check with your water company to determine if a special tool is needed to turn the valve.

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  Consider installing a turn off valve near your home to help with leaks or burst pipes inside.

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  Water is essential for survival but in an emergency, may be limited or unavailable.

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  Diagram the location of your utility shut-off valves; include water, electrical and gas.

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