How to Shut off your Gas in case of an emergency!

It is important to know exactly where your gas meter is located so that in the event of an emergency, you know how to shut it off. The location of the valve can vary depending on the type of building and when it was installed. In an emergency, your gas can be turned off at the main gas service shutoff valve normally located near your gas meter. Using a 12 to 15 inch adjustable pipe or crescent-type wrench or other suitable tool, give the valve a quarter turn in either direction; the valve is closed when the tang (the part you put the wrench on) is crosswise to the pipe.

* Know where your main gas service shutoff valve is located
* Keep an adjustable pipe or crescent-type wrench available to turn off the gas in case of an emergency
* Know how to shut off the gas at the gas service shutoff valve
* Leave it off until service can be restored safely by SDG&E or another qualified professional

For More information visit SDG&E Website.