Crime & Safety

Canton Fire Department Said You Might Smell Gas

The utility work requires small amounts of natural gas to be released. There may also be loud noises associated with the work.

CANTON, MA — Algonquin Gas will be performing maintenance work until Nov. 5. Nearby residents smelling gas during this time is normal, according to Fire Chief Charles Doody.

The gas utility company will be working Thursday through Monday at its valve site near Saddleback Lane, close to the Randolph town line. According to Doody, the work requires small amounts of natural gas to be released. There may also be loud noises associated with the work.

Algonquin Gas personnel will be on-site during the entirety of the maintenance work and will ensure that the work is conducted in a safe manner, Doody said.

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Local police and fire departments will be notified shortly before and after the controlled releases of natural gas, so that they can appropriately respond to any calls.

Residents who have questions can call Algonquin Gas at 617-254-4050.

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