Natural disasters can wreak havoc on your utilities, leaving you vulnerable to serious dangers.
• Print your personal utilities plan

Check for gas leaks

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• If you smell gas or hear a blowing or hissing noise, open a window and quickly leave the building.
• Turn off the gas at the outside main valve if you can and call the gas company from a neighbor’s home.
• If you turn off the gas for any reason, it must be turned back on by a professional.

Look for electrical system damage

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• If you see sparks or broken or frayed wires, or if you smell hot insulation, turn off the electricity at the main fuse box or circuit breaker.
• If you have to step in water to get to the fuse box or circuit breaker, call an electrician first for advice.

Check for sewage and water lines damage

• If you suspect sewage lines are damaged, avoid using the toilets and call a plumber.
• If water pipes are damaged, contact the water company and avoid using water from the tap.

Source: Federal Emergency Management Agency

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