MEDIA ADVISORY, Oct. 5, 2004 (PRIMEZONE) --
WHAT: Furnace Safety Demonstration at a customer's home. A Gas Company energy technician will discuss and demonstrate furnace safety tips, how to re-light furnace pilot lights and other simple steps to follow to ensure the safe operation of home heating appliances. The safe use of natural gas fireplaces also will be discussed and demonstrated. Winter preparation tips offered. WHEN: Wednesday, Oct. 6, 2004 --Availability from 9:30 a.m. to noon WHERE: 11809 Porter Valley Drive, Northridge 5 Freeway North to 118 Freeway West. Tampa Avenue exit. Right on Tampa, then right on Rinaldi, left on Porter Valley Drive. Up 6 blocks, just past Pebble Beach Place on left-hand side. WHY: Winter is approaching, and The Gas Company wants to help customers avoid delays in service by urging them to call now to have furnace pilot lights lit and furnaces inspected. Proper and regular maintenance of home furnaces and gas logs can help prevent production of carbon monoxide, a colorless, odorless and toxic gas. VISUALS: A Gas Company energy technician will inspect burner flame, replace furnace filter, check venting and discuss steps consumers can take to prepare their furnace and fireplaces for winter to ensure safe operation. B-roll is available. Spanish-language spokesperson also available.