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WALL, N.J. – New Jersey Natural Gas (NJNG), the principal subsidiary of New Jersey Resources (NYSE: NJR), reminds customers when winter weather hits, it’s important to keep natural gas meters free of snow and ice to help prevent damage from freezing:

· Use a broom to carefully remove snow from the meter.
· Carefully remove any ice hanging over the meter.
· Never use sharp tools or instruments on or near the meter.
· Use care when shoveling, plowing or using a snow blower around the meter.

Any NJNG customer experiencing a disruption in natural gas service should contact NJNG immediately at 1-800-221-0051 to investigate. If a gas odor is detected, exit the building and call NJNG from a nearby telephone by dialing 1-800-GAS-LEAK(1-800-427-5325). More information about natural gas safety is available on the NJNG Web site at njliving.com.

New Jersey Natural Gas (NJNG) is the principal subsidiary of New Jersey Resources (NYSE: NJR), a Fortune 1000 company and a member of the Forbes Platinum 400. NJNG is one of the fastest-growing local distribution companies in the United States, serving more than 450,000 customers in New Jersey’s Monmouth, Ocean, Middlesex and Morris counties. This service area’s demographics and quality of life contribute greatly to NJNG’s growth. NJNG’s progress is a tribute to the dedicated employees who have shared their expertise and focus on quality through more than 50 years of serving customers and the community to make the company a leader in the competitive energy marketplace. For more information, visit NJNG’s Web site at njliving.com.