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Natural Gas to Blame in Deadly Kansas Explosion


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On June 18, an explosion tore through a home in Emporia, Kansas, killing 78-year-old Darrell Bontrager and his 73-year-old wife, Terry. This week investigators confirmed that the cause of the explosion was a natural gas leak inside the home.


Well-known and loved in their community, the couple’s loss is another painful reminder of the silent danger gas leaks pose inside our homes. No family should have to face this kind of devastation without warning. Every state should see Emporia as proof that waiting to act on gas alarm requirements is gambling with lives.


 
 
 

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Concerned Citizens for Natural Gas Safety is a coalition committed to raising awareness about residential natural gas safety. We educate consumers on best practices and advocate for the widespread adoption of natural gas alarms as a critical layer of home protection.

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We believe natural gas safety is a shared responsibility. That’s why we work in partnership with utilities, policymakers, and community leaders to highlight the role of alarms in supporting and expanding the reach of existing safety infrastructure to prevent natural gas incidents.

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Our mission is to protect families and neighborhoods by advocating for commonsense safety measures. Together, we are building a culture of prevention, one home at a time.

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