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Columbia Gas technician aids semi-truck passengers after highway rollover
For Columbia Gas of Ohio Field Technician Curtis Van Vlerah, April 12 began like most other mornings. He was in his Columbia Gas vehicle on a loop connecting I-475 to I-75 in Toledo, near the Ryder MOD where he reports. However, his routine morning changed when he noticed the car in front of him pulling to the side of the highway and a semi-truck further ahead flipped on its side, wheels still spinning.
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Columbia Gas urges caution during National Safe Digging Month
In observance of National Safe Digging Month in April, Columbia Gas has released findings from a recent national survey involving 1,000 U.S. homeowners. The survey revealed that over half (51 percent) plan to undertake an outdoor do-it-yourself digging project within the next year, yet 56 percent do not intend to notify 811 beforehand, thereby posing risks to themselves and their communities.
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Columbia Gas of Ohio emphasizes storm preparedness during Severe Weather Awareness Week
Columbia Gas of Ohio is urging customers to prepare for potential severe weather as part of Severe Weather Awareness Week in Ohio, which runs from Sunday, March 17 to Saturday, March 23.
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Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day promotes STEM careers among young girls
On Feb. 19, Columbia Gas of Ohio team members welcomed the Girl Scouts of Ohio’s Heartland back to the Arena District office for the seventh Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day. The event, organized by NiSource employee resource group DAWN (Dedicated to Advancing Women at NiSource), aims to show young girls that a career in engineering or STEM is attainable.
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Columbia Gas Encourages You to Protect Your Family: Carbon Monoxide Awareness Month
COLUMBUS, Ohio – Nationwide, November is recognized as Carbon Monoxide Awareness Month. Columbia Gas wishes to take this opportunity to raise awareness of the dangers of carbon monoxide in the community to help keep everyone safe."Despite the fact that natural gas does not contain CO, it can be generated when there is insufficient oxygen for fuels to burn correctly," said a spokesperson from Columbia Gas.The gas company emphasizes the importance of having fully functional CO detectors in your home on every level and in every room where someone sleeps. "Remember to test...
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Special Reconnect Order Begins October 16 for Winter Heating Season
The Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO) has announced the commencement of the 2023-24 Special Reconnect Order (SRO) for Columbia Gas of Ohio customers. Starting from October 16, 2023, until April 15, 2024, customers will have the opportunity to reconnect their service or avoid disconnection during the winter heating season for a fee of $175, along with a $36 reconnection fee if the service has already been disconnected.According to the PUCO, customers who wish to take advantage of the SRO program must establish a payment plan for any outstanding balance they may...
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Enroll now in the 2023-2024 Columbia Gas Budget Plan
Columbia Gas of Ohio is encouraging its customers to sign up for the 2023-2024 Budget Plan to get a head start on their winter heating bills. The Budget Plan is designed to help customers manage the impact of winter heating costs by spreading the total cost of heating more evenly throughout the year.According to a company spokesperson, "The Budget Plan is the best option for customers to manage the impact of winter heating bills by spreading the total cost of heating more evenly throughout the year."One of the key benefits of the Budget Plan is its year-round rolling...