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October 29th, 2025 
Propane is a safe fuel – after all, approximately 50 million American households use it, with about 12 million relying on propane for primary home heating, water heating, or cooking, and over 40 million using it for outdoor grilling.
But even the safest fuels can become dangerous when misused. To keep you and your family safe, Hyde Fuel has compiled this list of safety tips.
Propane Safety Tips
- Schedule repairs and tune-ups: All repairs to your propane system need to be done by a certified professional. Call Hyde Fuel to service your equipment and make sure you have a leak-free heating season.
- Proper storage: Propane tanks should always be stored outside in a dry place, on an even surface, and should have ample ventilation. They should also remain upright and secure to avoid issue.
- Clean up around your tank: You always want to keep a clear path to your tank. Make sure there aren’t any branches or bushes around or in the path to the tank and please remember to shovel a path in the winter so our delivery drivers can safely deliver your propane.
- What to do if you smell propane:
- Do not ignite flames or sparks
- Leave the area immediately
- Shut off the gas (if it is safe)
- Report the leak
- Do not return to the building or area
- Have your system checked!
If you are a current propane customer, we have enclosed an important safety brochure with this newsletter, and we urge you to read it carefully and discuss it with your family. If you are not a regular propane user, but want to learn more, please call us at 518-891-3151, and we will be happy to send you one.
For more information about propane safety, visit our website, hydefuel.com/propane.
