CO Poisoning Prevention Tips

"Carbon Monoxide (CO) Poisoning is 100% Preventable!

Protect Yourself & Your Family.

Know the Signs of CO Poisoning:

Since carbon monoxide is invisible and odorless, recognizing the emergency in the symptoms of carbon monoxide may still take a while. Below are common signs of CO Poisoning.

Headache

Dizziness

Weakness

Nausea

Vomiting

Chest Pain

Confusion

NOTE: People who are sleeping or who have been drinking alcohol can die from CO poisoning before ever having symptoms.

Prevent CO Poisoning:

Check or change the batteries in your CO detector every six months. If you don't have one, get one soon!

Have heating systems, water heaters, and any other gas, oil, or coal-burning appliances serviced by a qualified technician every year.

Keep vents and flues clear to avoid blockage.

Never leave a vehicle running in enclosed spaces or partially enclosed spaces, like a garage. 

Keep running generators and gas-powered engines at least 20 feet away from an open window, door, or vent where exhaust can vent into an enclosed area.

Don't use a charcoal grill, hibachi, lantern, or portable camping stove inside a home, tent, or camper.

Never run generators or any gas-powered engine inside a basement, garage, or other enclosed space, even if the doors or windows are open.

In case of suspected CO Poisoning, get outside and call 911 right away!

For more information follow the link: https://www.cdc.gov/carbon-monoxide/about/index.html "

Shared from today's Albany County email update!