With the mercury poised to take a nosedive, Atmos Energy is rallying its troops. They're bracing for a brutal chill slated to sweep through, ensuring they've got boots on the ground across their service zones to respond to the big freeze, as reported by the City of Arlington, Texas.
Bracing for the frigid embrace of winter, Atmos Energy is issuing a heads-up to Arlington folks: your energy usage could spike. A few savvy tweaks around the homestead can ease the strain on your wallet. Steer clear of turning your stove into a makeshift furnace. Never kick or even as much as lay a finger on your gas meter with anything but a broom – that's how delicate the job is when you're stripping off snow and ice.
Here's another word to the wise for Arlington residents, keep those dryer and natural gas appliance vents in the clear. Any obstruction can be an invite to carbon monoxide, which is nothing to fool around with. And when Jack Frost comes calling, don't let him freeze your pipes. You've got to keep a trickle of water going, fling those cabinet doors wide, and button up the house to keep the warmth in. For more tips, the Storm Center at Atmos Energy's website is the place to be.
Dial back the thermostat to 68 degrees when you're kicking around the house, and drop it to a cool 58 when you step out, where it's safe to do so. Beat it out of there and ring up 911. Then can hit up the Atmos Energy emergency line – it's always on the line, 24/7.
