What caused the strong gas smell in Sterling and Rock Falls? Officials explain

What caused the strong gas smell in Sterling and Rock Falls? Officials explain

Despite the smell in Sterling and Rock Falls on Monday, there’s no widespread natural gas leak, officials say

Numerous Reports of Natural Gas Odor Reported in Sterling - Regional Media News

The City of Sterling said Monday that a strong natural gas smell in the area was linked to a leaking odorant tank at a construction site. Construction crews are working at the old natural gas substation on McNeil Rd. The crews have a leaking tank of mercaptan on-site. Mercaptan is the odorant added to natural gas to detect leaks by smell. It has a strong scent but is not hazardous on its own. If you believe you have a gas leak at your home or bu…