As the holiday season approaches, UGI Utilities has issued a series of safety recommendations aimed at preventing accidents and ensuring the well-being of families during their celebrations. With the anticipation of increased home gatherings and travel, the utility company highlights the importance of natural gas safety, urging immediate evacuation and contact with emergency services if the distinctive odor of natural gas is detected. The company also emphasizes the necessity of professional heating system maintenance to avoid carbon monoxide poisoning, recommending the installation of detectors for both carbon monoxide and natural gas.
Kitchen safety is another focal point of UGI's guidelines, especially with the heightened risk of cooking fires during Thanksgiving. The advice includes keeping flammable materials away from heat sources, ensuring smoke detectors are operational, and having fire extinguishers accessible. For those opting to fry turkeys, UGI outlines specific precautions such as maintaining a safe distance from structures and never leaving the fryer unattended.
Decorating safely is also addressed, with warnings against placing trees and decorations near heat sources and reminders to turn off lights when not in use. UGI's comprehensive safety tips reflect its dedication to customer safety beyond energy provision, advocating for preparedness to enjoy a hazard-free holiday season. For more information, visit https://www.ugi.com.
