June 2024 Update

Update: This work is complete. Metropolitan Utilities District crews are scheduled Wednesday, June 12, to simultaneously conduct purging of gas near 117th & Fort St. and 117th & Military Rd. This work is being done in coordination with Omaha Public Power District’s Standing Bear Lake Station. Purging is part of the process that involves venting air from a pipeline and replacing it with natural gas. The purging is expected to run during the morning.

During this time, those living or working near the purge area may notice loud noises and dust. Additionally, you may notice a strong smell of gas in the area. For easy detection, a chemical (mercaptan) is added to give gas a distinctive odor like a skunk or rotten eggs. The gas odor may persist depending on wind or other environmental conditions. If you smell gas, leave the building or area, and then call 402.554.7777 or 911.

M.U.D. responds to all notifications of natural gas odors. M.U.D. will check suspected gas leaks at no charge. For more natural gas safety information, visit https://www.mudomaha.com/news/natural-gas-safety/.