# Reporting damage by calling 911

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- **citation:** 20VAC5-309-200
- **title:** Reporting damage by calling 911
- **source type:** regulation
- **agency:** Virginia State Corporation Commission
- **status:** current
- **official:** true
- **published on:** 2024-04-01
- **effective on:** 2024-04-01
- **summary:** In the event that damage to an underground utility line results in the escape of any flammable, toxic, hazardous, or corrosive gas or liquid, the excavator shall, in addition to complying with § 56-265.24 D and E of the Code of Virginia, promptly report the damage to the appropriate authorities by c
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In the event that damage to an underground utility line results in the escape of any flammable, toxic, hazardous, or corrosive gas or liquid, the excavator shall, in addition to complying with § 56-265.24 D and E of the Code of Virginia, promptly report the damage to the appropriate authorities by calling the 911 or official emergency telephone number if 911 service is unavailable for any reason. The excavator shall remain at or near the site of the damage, at a safe distance from the escape of any flammable, toxic, hazardous, or corrosive gas or liquid and shall make contact with the utility line operator upon arrival on site.
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