Atmos Energy Safety Surveys currently being conducted

Atmos Energy crews and contractors will be conducting natural gas surveys throughout Kerrville Sept. 6-12, primarily between 6 p.m. and 6 a.m.  The company says it is essential to survey and monitor its natural gas system for leaks and use the most advanced technology available when doing so.  Atmos Energy crews currently use mobile leak detection units that measure and map methane plumes.

Residents may see marked white SUVs with flashing lights driving slowly along streets and alleys.  This is routine safety work using mobile leak detection technology, which ensures an accurate survey of its gas system.

As part of this routine maintenance, if a natural gas leak is discovered, crews will investigate and grade the leak.  If a Grade 1 (hazardous leak) is found, immediate action will be taken to eliminate the hazard.  Grade 2 and 3 leaks are monitored and scheduled for repair based on state and federal guidelines.

For more information on how to detect a natural gas leak, visit Atmos energy.com/gassafety.