EMERGENCY RESPONDERS Fire Service


The primary public response agency to natural gas emergencies is generally the fire service. Firefight- ers search buildings for occupants and rescue trapped victims. They also respond to utility gas (natural gas) emergencies with leaking pipes, gas odors and potentially flammable atmospheres. Even though rural fire agencies may not have nat- ural gas service they respond to wild land fires which threaten not only life and property, but also the natural gas pipelines that run through their communities.


Law Enforcement


Law enforcement officers are often the first respon- ders at “odors of gas” calls. When gas is involved, the danger of severe injury is very real. Officers may try to rescue trapped occupants, thereby plac- ing themselves (and possibly the victims) at a great risk. It is critical that they understand the hazards of natural gas.


Emergency Medical Service Providers


Emergency medical personnel and rescue work- ers often have to deal with natural gas. They assist victims with burns from flammable products and help those exposed to natural gas inhalation or as- phyxiation. Although EMS personnel must help victims, they must first protect themselves.


Emergency Management Office


Throughout the country the Emergency Manage- ment Office works closely with the local utilities. It must deal with any interruption of electrical and gas services due to tornadoes, hurricanes and wind storms. Moreover, the demands of the 21st century may impose responsibility upon the Office of Home Land Security or Domestic Preparedness for protection from terrorism. Utilities are targets for terrorists and response to incidents is an integral part of the community safety and the planning process.


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