How can I safely secure a propane tank during the storm?
Don’t store propane tanks inside, suggests Popular Mechanics. In the event of the storm causing a fire, the tank would explode.
The website recommends staking the tank to the leeward side of a shed or outdoor wall, and never leaving a tank on its side. Turn off the tank’s valves before leaving home and be sure the tank isn’t stored around tall grass or other easily flammable material.
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This story was originally published September 9, 2017 at 4:00 PM with the headline "How can I safely secure a propane tank during the storm?."