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.