Many older gas appliances have a small, continuously burning gas flame - the pilot light - that ignites the main burner. Newer models have electric ignites.

• Know which, if any, of your appliances have a pilot light.
• Keep the manufacturer's re-lighting instructions within easy reach.
• If you hear or smell escaping gas, open windows and doors and get everyone out of the building. Call Sheffield Utilities or 911 from the nearest phone away from the gas odor.