The Shocking Truth About Electrical & NG Safety

Natural gas is a form of energy that is buried under the earth. It is pumped up from wells drilled deep into the ground, and is delivered to homes and businesses through underground pipelines. How We Get and Use Natural Gas

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DIG SAFELY If people dig into natural gas pipelines, the gas can leak out and become a fire hazard. Anyone planning a digging project should call the under ground utility locator service at 811 several days before digging so buried gas pipelines and other utilities can be clearly marked.

Natural gas has many uses in and around the home Write the number from the picture next to

each use of natural gas. Air Conditioner _______ Barbecue Grill ________ Clothes Dryer _________ Furnace _____________

Lights _______________ Fireplace ____________ Range _______________ Water Heater ________

With an adult, look around your home for things that run on natural gas and circle them on the picture.

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