August 11 Is National 811 Day

Every August 11, communities across the country pause to talk about something most of us never think about: what's buried under our feet. This day is known as 811 Day, and it exists for one simple reason—a single free phone call can prevent injuries, outages, and thousands of dollars in damage. At Lake Apopka Natural Gas District, we see the aftermath of skipped calls more often than we'd like. So this year's 811 Day, we're breaking down what the observance means, why it matters, and how you can make sure your next digging project starts the right way.

July 28, 2026

Natural Gas and Hurricane Season: What Homeowners Should Know Before, During, and After the Storm

When you live in Florida, hurricane season is just a fact of life. However, that doesn't make the storms any less daunting, and for residents with natural gas, they might be wondering how a major storm could impact their home and gas appliances. In most cases, there is a relatively low risk of experiencing damage to your gas systems, but knowing how to respond in the rare cases a leak does happen can be life-saving knowledge. So as hurricane season approaches, we will take the time to help you understand how to prepare your gas utilities before, during, and after a hurricane.

July 8, 2026

Is Florida Natural Gas Available at My Address?

How to check availability and start service.

April 12, 2026