Which incident type is described as a natural gas odor?

• A. Natural Gas Leak (Natural Gas & Propane)
• B. Natural Gas Odor (Natural Gas or Propane)
• C. Other Fire
• D. Private / Telephone Alarm

Answer: (B)

Gas odor is treated as a Natural Gas Odor incident because the report indicates the presence or potential presence of gas based on smell, not a confirmed, active leak or fire. This category focuses on the detection of odor and the need to treat the scene with gas-safety precautions, coordinate with the gas utility, and advise evacuations or precautions as needed. A Natural Gas Leak would be used if there’s a confirmed leak or tangible signs of escaping gas beyond just odor. Other Fire and Private / Telephone Alarm involve different situations and aren’t appropriate for a reported gas odor.