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Take the following steps so you and your family are prepared in the event of an oil or gas emergency:
- Assemble an emergency supplies kit to respond to unexpected emergencies.
- If emergency officials instruct you to evacuate, do so immediately. Take your emergency supplies kit with you.
- Keep instructions for shutting off gas and water valves handy and read them carefully.
- Make a Family Emergency Plan consisting of alternative shelter, evacuation routes, and family household communications.
- Avoid building over top of a petroleum well.
- Be aware of the potential hazards of wells and seek out technical help for petroleum wells.
- Should you determine your property has a petroleum well, ensure it is plugged according to regulation standards.