Winter Storm Brings Reminders To Watch Gas Meters During Winter Weather

Winter Storm Brings Reminders To Watch Gas Meters During Winter Weather

PIERRE — Heavy, we snow has fallen across the heart of Montana-Dakota Utilities territory. M-D-U Senior Public Relations Rep. Mark Hanson says winter weather can be problematic for natural gas infrastructure…

Hanson says heavy snow could cause exterior gas lines to crack and leak. M-D-U is also reminding heavy equipment operators to be aware of infrastructure that may be buried under snow like gas meters. Hanson says while clearing out around a meter you don’t need to worry about helping meter readers with a path…

Customers should also inspect areas around furnace vents for blockage. M-D-U services 42 South Dakota cities with natural gas or electric service mainly in central and north central South Dakota.