Never drive through flood waters. Turn around and find an alternate route to your destination. Six inches of water will reach the bottom of most passenger cars, causing loss of control and possible stalling. One foot of water will cause most vehicles to float, and two feet of rushing water can sweep away a vehicle.
In the event of flooding in or around your home or business, call Ameren to have service turned off if the flood waters are likely to reach service equipment. Your service may also be turned off at the request of local authorities when flood waters threaten a community.
Natural disasters can lead to hidden hazards related to your utility service. If your home suffers structural damage from a disaster and you smell or hear the sound of escaping gas, immediately evacuate the premises and then call 911 and Ameren Missouri at 1.800.552.7583.
Ameren Missouri personnel will restore gas service when it is safe to do so. In the case of flooding, if an electrical or natural gas appliance has been in contact with water, have a professional check it before you attempt to use it.