Hutto residents, get ready for a little noise and a whiff of 'rotten eggs' as Atmos Energy gets down to business today. The utility company will be performing a standard operation for the safe removal of natural gas from approximately 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. near Ottaviano Way and Vico Road. While the sounds and smells might be unpleasant, the odor is thanks to mercaptan, a harmless odorant used to give natural gas its distinctive scent.

The local populace can rest easy knowing that this maintenance won't disrupt their gas service. According to a city announcement, there should be no service interruptions throughout the procedure. It's part of an industry-standard process to extract gas from an isolated section of the pipeline, insisted on by Atmos Energy in their commitment to safety and environmental stewardship.

To keep everyone in the loop, Atmos Energy has informed city staff, public officials, 911 operators, and emergency responders about today's operations. This is to ensure there's no cause for alarm when residents start noticing the unusual activity in their neighborhood. To report any concerns or get more information, customers are advised to contact Atmos Energy Customer Service at 888.286.6700 or visit their website.