Tag: SoCalGas

MALIBU—On Tuesday, June 16, the city of Malibu announced that SoCalGas technicians will be conducting routine natural gas safety inspections in Malibu neighborhoods over the next 30 days.

To complete these required inspections, technicians may need access to residents gas meter. In the unlikely case that a homeowner’s gas may need to be temporarily shut off, the technician will inform them in advance.

For safety, always verify anyone claiming to work for SoCalGas:

-Look for a SoCalGas uniform and branded vehicle
-Ask to see a company-issued photo ID badge
-Authorized contractors must also carry official SoCalGas identification
-If anyone has questions or want to verify a contractor’s identity, call SoCalGas at 1-800-427-2200.

If a resident smells natural gas, leave the area immediately and call 1-800-427-2200.
Learn more: www.socalgas.com/SafeAccess.

SoCalGas works with authorized contractors who may not drive branded vehicles or wear branded uniforms, but they are required to carry an official photo identification badge that verifies their affiliation with SoCalGas. If someone claims to be a SoCalGas authorized contractor, ask for their identification badge or call us at 1-800-427-2200 to verify.

By Danny Jones

PACIFIC PALISADES—On Thursday, January 9, the city of Malibu posted on its Facebook page that SoCal Gas has temporarily suspended natural gas service along the Neptune Topanga pipeline due to ongoing safety concerns. This interruption will remain in effect until the active threat has been cleared.

The public is warned DO NOT attempt to restore gas services yourself. It is extremely dangerous and could put them and others at risk. SoCalGas crews will assist customers with service restoration.

To obtain more details visit www.SoCalGas.com/Fires for more information.

Due to a low-pressure event related to the Palisades Fire, the Los Angeles County Waterworks District No. 29 (LACWD) and the State Water Resources Control Board – Division of Drinking Water are issuing a mandatory boil water notice in the following areas:

-Sunset Mesa community (from Topanga Beach and Coastline Dr. South to Shoreheights Dr. North)

-Malibu coastal areas from Topanga Canyon Rd. to Carbon Canyon Rd., including Big Rock community and Carbon Mesa community

Individuals should only drink boiled water or bottled water until the notice is lifted. For more information, call LACWD customer service at (800) 675-4357 or the State Water Resources Control Board at (818) 551-2004 (business hours) or (213) 210-7100 (after hours).

By Trevor