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Did you hear that thunder? Did you see that lightning? Did your weather alert just go off on your phone? Summer is here and so is the unsettled weather. “Every spring the UGI Electric Division
UGI is helping prepare first responders and government agencies to respond to natural gas incidents, including a major natural gas outage during the winter. Each year the PA Public Utility Commission
As your natural gas supplier, safety is a core value and top priority, which is why we want to educate you about customer-owned piping. UGI is responsible for maintaining the natural gas pipes that ru
Whether you’re working on your landscaping or enjoying some family time at the park this summer, be aware of any safety hazards that may be present. Here are some helpful summer safety reminders: Sm
Safe Digging Month is an opportunity to remind homeowners and contractors to always make the call to 811 at least three business days in advance of any digging project to have underground utility line
UGI’s highest priority is safety. We know you and your family rely on UGI to ensure the safe delivery of energy to your home. UGI Utilities crews are continually working to replace natural gas mains
While you are resetting your clocks during Daylight Saving Time, UGI Utilities urges customers to perform other maintenance tasks to keep your home and family safe. Natural Gas Safety: Natural gas det
UGI Utilities is committed to delivering safe and reliable service to our more than 700,000 customers. To help make this happen, we urge customers to follow this safety and service checklist. Smell Ga
If you suspect a natural gas leak, the most important thing to do is to evacuate immediately. Once you are a safe distance away from the building – the length of a football field – it is a
Winter is a great time to enjoy the comfort and warmth of your home — from setting the perfect cozy temperature to cooking dinner on the stove, and if you’re like the majority of homes in America,
From heating your home to cooking your food, chances are you encounter natural gas as part of your everyday life. In fact, according to the American Gas Association, natural gas supplies almost one-qu
UGI urges you to take several simple steps to ensure proper operation of natural gas-fired equipment and appliances to prevent a build-up of carbon monoxide (CO) inside your home this winter heating s
As residents begin to decorate their homes and businesses for the holiday season, UGI encourages all members of the community to remember the following safety tips: Avoid fire hazards. Remove flammabl
WINTER STORM OUTAGES When a power outage impacts customers in the UGI service territory, our crews focus on restoring power as quickly and safely as possible. During outages, please keep these safety
Do your employees know what to do in the case of an emergency? UGI urges all our business customers to have an up-to-date emergency preparedness plan to ensure quick action in the case of any potentia
Clogs in your sewer or draining system can be frequent during the holidays, such as Thanksgiving, when there is an abundance of food being prepared and eaten. Any time you encounter a clog, you may ha
It is dangerous to tamper with utility meters, wires, and gas lines. Tampering puts innocent people at risk for injury or property damage. It is against the law and could result in a fine and/or priso
As residents across UGI’s service territory begin to use heating equipment more frequently in response to cooler temperatures, UGI urges you to take several simple steps to ensure proper operation o
Trick or Treating is one of the best parts of Halloween night! However, there’s a fine line between trick or treating fun and safety concerns – especially when out on the road or walking i
National Preparedness Month is an observance each September to raise awareness about the importance of preparing for disasters and emergencies at any time. This year’s campaign focuses on preparing
At UGI, safety is one of our core values. We know you and your family rely on UGI to ensure the safe delivery of energy to your home. UGI Utilities crews are continually working to replace natural gas
This year marks the 100th anniversary of Fire Prevention Week, recognized October 9-15. The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) campaign this year is “Fire won’t wait. Plan your escape,”
As residents across UGI’s service territory begin using heating equipment in response to cooler temperatures, UGI urges customers to take several simple steps to ensure proper operation of natural g
This year’s National Preparedness Month’s theme is “A Lasting Legacy.” The life you’ve built is worth protecting. Prepare for disasters to create a lasting legacy for you and your family. He
Safety is UGI’s highest priority, and it’s why each year on August 11 that UGI joins government agencies, fellow natural gas utilities, and many other organizations across the country to stress sa
Safety is not only a top UGI priority, it is a core value and a way of life for the UGI team. As such, UGI was pleased to support and attend this month’s “Eastern Safety Day” confere
While Spring is just around the corner, UGI urges customers to remain vigilant to prevent carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning. CO is a colorless, odorless, poisonous gas that is a by- product of the incomp
Help UGI spread the word on safe energy practices this winter. UGI encourages customers, community organizations and others to please share the safety tips on this page, as well as the safety messag
UGI has responded to multiple reports of carbon monoxide (CO) incidents recently as temperatures cool across Pennsylvania and residents turn up thermostats. UGI urges customers to take several simple
UGI continues to adopt the digital platform “UtiliSphere” to manage and process Pennsylvania One Call tickets. Currently in use by UGI’s North Division, UGI Central is now deploying the technolo
This is an especially important time of the year to review natural gas and carbon monoxide safety tips. Visit our Safety page for detailed safety information. Please share this link and safety tips wi
UGI joins utilities across the country to recognize August 11 (8/11) as National Safe Digging Day, a commemorative day in which both residents and professional contractors are encouraged to call 8-1-1
Spring’s warmer weather paired with easing pandemic restrictions is drawing more people outdoors. Unfortunately, it also invites individuals looking to take advantage of UGI customers. To help custo
UGI’s highest priority during construction is safety. In advance of any planned UGI projects, notification is provided regarding construction schedules to residents of the communities where UGI proj
UGI Utilities will spend more than $265 million in fiscal year 2021 to replace natural gas mains and associated facilities, as well as complete a number of system enhancement projects. UGI has alread
UGI is proud to provide the energy you rely on every day to power your home. There’s nothing more important than the safety of our customers, employees, and members of the communities we serve. Whet
If you smell rotten eggs, it could be a natural gas leak. It’s important to teach your family what to do if anyone ever smells natural gas. Here are ways to use your senses to identify danger: Your