NAPERVILLE, IL – September 13, 2023 – Nicor Gas is committed to the safety of every customer and community it serves and is partnering with local fire departments across its Northern Illinois service territory for an annual public education program. This year marks the 18th year of Nicor Gas’ participation in the safety awareness campaign that will run through October, coinciding with National Fire Prevention Week (Oct. 8 – 14).
Nicor Gas volunteers will share important information and resources to help families know how to respond in the unlikely event of a natural gas emergency. Even the youngest of attendees can learn safety tips through this interactive demonstration.
Participating fire department open house events include:
Saturday, Sept. 16
Sunday, Sept. 17
Saturday, Sept. 23
Sunday, Sept. 24
Saturday, Sept. 30
Sunday, Oct. 1
Wednesday, Oct. 4
Saturday, Oct. 7
Sunday, Oct. 8
Monday, Oct. 9
Tuesday, Oct. 10
Wednesday, Oct. 11
Friday, Oct. 13
Saturday, Oct. 14
To learn more about natural gas safety, visit nicorgas.com/safety.
About Nicor Gas
Nicor Gas is one of four natural gas distribution companies of Southern Company Gas, a wholly owned subsidiary of Southern Company (NYSE: SO). Nicor Gas serves more than 2.3 million customers in a service territory that encompasses most of the northern third of Illinois, excluding the city of Chicago. For more information, visit nicorgas.com.
About Southern Company Gas
Southern Company Gas is a wholly owned subsidiary of Atlanta-based Southern Company (NYSE:SO), America’s premier energy company. Southern Company Gas serves approximately 4.3 million natural gas customers through its regulated distribution companies in four states with approximately 600,000 retail customers through its companies that market natural gas. Other businesses include investments in interstate pipelines and ownership and operation of natural gas storage facilities. For more information, visit southerncompanygas.com.
Media Contact:
Allison Gregoire
470.733.2076
aegregoi@southernco.com