As our natural gas consumption increases, especially in the winter months, we may be more vulnerable to such explosion hazards. So how exactly does this natural gas explosion occur and what precautions can we take to reduce our chances of being exposed to this situation?
Natural gas explosion to your home almost like a bomb was dropped causes destruction; This may result in loss of life and property. However, as one might expect, this does not happen on its own; Neglects and carelessness can trigger an explosion.
As we enter the winter months, we have witnessed the news of a natural gas explosion almost every month. Let’s face it, this is both a very sad and scary situation. But even the smallest precaution you take your life, your home and your property. can save. But first, let’s tell you how these explosions occur:
Unfortunately, a natural gas explosion occurred in Küçükçekmece district of Istanbul the other day. In this incident, 1 person died and 2 out of 5 people were seriously injured.
So how exactly does this terrible event happen?
We have heard many times before in schools or on the internet that natural gas does not actually have an odor, and that odor is injected for safety reasons. This smell is usually smell of rotten eggs Although similar, it has a very distinctive feature.
Since natural gas has the ability to collect in air at the slightest spark or it may be triggered by fire, creating an explosion effect. Since we use it a lot, especially in the kitchen area of our homes, we use it by opening the windows from time to time. ventilating the kitchen We can say that there is benefit.
The gas released into the air during a leak mixes with the air. When the mixture reaches the ratio of 5-15 natural gas is tightly compressed and even with a spark of static electricity It may explode. Leakage may be caused by the device or equipment, or it may be due to lack of maintenance.
The main reasons that can cause a natural gas explosion:
- Natural gas stove, stove, or any natural gas-powered appliance wrong when used,
- Devices incorrectly mounted when,
- Natural gas line extending to the house old, damaged or rusty to be,
- Any appliance powered by natural gas malfunction in case,
- of devices care When not done properly,
- Incorrect propane tank tubes or valves
All the above causes can cause death. So every year at least even once It would be beneficial to have the natural gas device or valve you use maintained; especially in countries like ours that frequently use natural gas, such maintenance is already quite common.
Any danger that may occur may not only hurt you, but considering that you live in an average apartment, the entire apartment may be seriously damaged by this situation. “So how can we avoid this situation?” We can hear you say, Here are some precautions you can take:
- You can buy it at a reasonable price on e-commerce sites gas leak detection devices there is. In this way, you can take early precautions against leaks and have your device serviced as soon as possible.
- Regular maintenance: This is one of the essential steps to minimize this risk. an authorized maintenance service. You can call and have your natural gas pipes and devices checked.
- Earthquake sensor: In case of any shaking giving a warning by sounding In this case, it cuts off the natural gas flow by informing the solenoid valve placed at the entrance of the building.
- Be sure to find out whether your vented device has a security sensor; if not, with hermetic combi boiler or chimney replace it.
Nowadays, when everything is expensive, even though maintenance fees are expensive, it is worth paying when it comes to life. In case of any emergency, do not forget to call 187 Natural Gas Emergency Hotline.
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