Adelphia Compressor Station

ADELPHIA Emergency Dispatch Number 1-800-747-3375

What to Do If You Suspect Something is Wrong at the Adelphia Compressor Station

If you suspect something is amiss, whether you smell an unusual odor or see something out of the ordinary at the Adelphia Compressor Station, it's crucial to act swiftly and responsibly. Here's a guide on what steps you should take:

1. Ensure Your Immediate Safety

Before anything else, ensure you are safe. If you believe there's an immediate danger, move away from the area. 

2. Contact the Authorities

Once you're in a safe location, immediately contact the authorities. The designated phone number for concerns related to the Adelphia Compressor Station is 1-800-747-3375. When you call:

3. Do Not Attempt to Investigate on Your Own

Stay at a safe distance and wait for the professionals to arrive. Do not attempt to investigate or resolve the situation yourself. Even if the problem seems minor, handling unfamiliar equipment or trying to fix a potential gas leak can be hazardous.

4. Inform Others

If you are in a residential area or spot where other people might be at risk, notify your neighbors or others nearby about the potential hazard. Encourage them to stay away from the affected area and to avoid any actions that might exacerbate the situation.

5. Document the Incident

If it's safe to do so, take notes or photos from a distance to document the incident. This can be useful for subsequent investigations or for your personal records. Always prioritize safety over documentation.

6. Cooperate with Authorities

Once emergency personnel or station representatives arrive on the scene, provide them with all the information you have. Cooperate fully and follow any additional instructions they might give.

7. Stay Informed

Keep an eye on local news outlets or official announcements regarding the incident. Being informed will help you understand the nature of the problem and any potential lingering concerns.

FERC INFORMATION

For your convenience, there are three methods you can use to file your comments to the Commission. The Commission encourages electronic filing of comments and has staff available to assist you at (866) 208-3676 or FercOnlineSupport@ferc.gov. Please carefully follow these instructions so that your comments are properly recorded.

(1) You can file your comments electronically using the eComment feature on the Commission’s website (www.ferc.gov) under the link to Documents and Filings. This is an easy method for submitting brief, text-only comments on a project;

(2) You can also file your comments electronically using the eFiling feature on the Commission’s website (www.ferc.gov) under the link to Documents and Filings. With eFiling, you can provide comments in a variety of formats by attaching them as a file with your submission. New eFiling users must first create an account by clicking on “eRegister.” You must select the type of filing you are making. If you are filing a comment on a particular project, please select “Comment on a Filing”; or

(3) You can file a paper copy of your comments by mailing them to the following address. Be sure to reference the project docket number (CP18-46-000 and/or CP18-46-001) with your submission: Kimberly D. Bose, Secretary, Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, 888 First Street NE, Room 1A, Washington, DC 20426.

Any person seeking to become a party to the proceeding must file a motion to intervene pursuant to Rule 214 of the Commission’s Rules of Practice and Procedures (18 CFR 385.214). Motions to intervene are more fully described at 

http://www.ferc.gov/resources/guides/how-to/intervene.asp. Only intervenors have the right to seek rehearing or judicial review of the Commission’s decision. The Commission may grant affected landowners and others with environmental concerns intervenor status upon showing good cause by stating that they have a clear and direct interest in this proceeding which no other party can adequately represent. Simply filing environmental comments will not give you intervenor status, but you do not need intervenor status to have your comments considered.

Additional information about the project is available from the Commission’s Office of External Affairs, at (866) 208-FERC, or on the FERC website (www.ferc.gov) using the eLibrary link. The eLibrary link also provides access to the texts of all formal documents issued by the Commission, such as orders, notices, and rulemakings.

Below is the FERC Notice and Adelphia Gateway Enviromental Assessment

You can contact FERC by phone, email or snail mail. Here’s how: 

Headquarters Address: 

Federal Energy Regulatory Commission 

888 First Street, NE 

Washington, DC 20426

Public Inquiries: Local: 202-502-6088 |TTY: 202-502-8659 |Toll-free: 1-866-208-3372 | customer@ferc.gov

PADEP

Regional Office location Southeast Regional Office

Regional Director: Patrick Patterson

Serving: Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Montgomery, Philadelphia

2 East Main Street 

Norristown, PA 19401

Main and 24-hour emergency number: (484) 250-5900

https://www.dep.pa.gov/About/Regional/SoutheastRegion/Community%20Information/Pages/Adelphia-Gateway-.aspx

Adelphia / New Jersey Resources

1415 Wyckoff Road

Wall, NJ 07719

Telephone: 732-938-1000

https://www.njresources.com/contact-us/index.asp

Below is the Township Letters to FERC as well as Plans Adelphia submitted to the Bucks County Conservation District, as well as sample letters you can send to FERC and PA DEP .