Do You Know the Symptoms of Carbon Monoxide Poisoning?

​Now that that the winter temperatures have arrived, know the warning signs of Carbon Monoxide poisoning if you have gas burning appliances.
 
Do you know the symptoms of CO poisoning?
 
People –

• Headache
• Dizziness
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Irregular breathing
• Feeling tired or ill at home but fine away from home
• Loss of consciousness and respiratory failure.  

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Buildings –

• Foul-smelling or stale air
• The smell of exhaust fumes
• Large areas of condensation or water vapor on walls or windows

 
What’s the best prevention?
 
Be sure all fuel-burning equipment is installed and operated properly

• Have equipment inspected annually by a qualified professional
• Provide adequate ventilation in your home
• Never burn charcoal indoors or in an enclosed space
• Open your garage door before starting vehicles

 
The surest way to know if there is carbon monoxide in your home is to use a Carbon Monoxide detector. If you suspect CO poisoning or a natural gas leak, leave the building immediately and call 911.
 
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