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PGW OFFICES WILL CLOSE ON NEW YEAR’S DAY

Posted on: Dec 31, 2020

PGW extends wishes for a safe and healthy 2021

PHILADELPHIA (December 31, 2020) – Philadelphia Gas Works (PGW) will be closed in observance of New Year’s Day on Friday, January 1, 2021. All gas odors or any gas-related emergency should be immediately reported to PGW’s 24-hour Emergency Hotline at 215-235-1212. PGW offices will resume normal business hours on Monday, January 4, 2021.

 

As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to impact the city, PGW encourages customers to ring in 2021 safely by following local health guidelines which include limiting gatherings, practicing good hygiene, wearing a mask, and physical distancing.

 

Also, keep these health and safety tips in mind when celebrating on New Year’s Eve:

  • Follow the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) COVID-19 prevention guidelines.
  • Never drive under the influence of alcohol.
  • Do not use fireworks.
  • Keep alcohol away from children and pets.

PGW wishes all customers a safe, healthy, and Happy New Year!


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That “rotten egg” smell is the smell of natural gas. If you think you smell gas leave the area immediately, and then call PGW at 215-235-1212 from a safe location.

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Also if you smell gas:

  • Do not use electrical devices including cell phones which may cause a spark and ignite the gas.
  • Do not use an open flame, matches or lighters.
  • Do not try to locate the source of the gas leak.
  • Do not try to shut off any natural gas valves or gas appliances.
  • Do not start vehicles.
  • Do not re-enter the building or return to the area until a PGW employee or a qualified utility representative says it is safe to do so.
  • Do not put out the flames if natural gas ignites.