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Carbon Monoxide: The Invisible Killer

Dec 15, 2014

Carbon Monoxide: The Invisible Killer

While it doesn’t often get below freezing in Hilton Head, many Lowcountry residents are turning up the heat as the weather gets colder. Furnaces, gas heaters, and fireplaces are getting more use, and now is a good time to consider the dangers of carbon monoxide and take extra precaution to prevent CO poisoning.

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Homeowners should have their heating systems serviced regularly, and install carbon monoxide detectors in their homes. Carbon monoxide is an invisible, odorless gas that causes symptoms similar to those of the flu, including fatigue, dizziness, headaches, nausea, and vomiting. If left untreated, CO poisoning can cause death! If members of your household are experiencing these symptoms when at home, but feel better outside the house, there may be a CO problem.

Here are some safety tips recommended by health officials to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning:

  • Install a carbon monoxide detector near the bedrooms. Replace the batteries at least once a year and replace detectors every 5 to 10 years, or as the manufacturer recommends.
  • Have your heating systems, chimney flues, gas appliances, and generators checked yearly. Have them cleaned and serviced as needed by qualified heating or appliance contractors.
  • Never use portable generators or other gas-powered equipment inside your home, garage, or any other enclosed space. Position portable generators at least 20 feet from your home.
  • Only use grills and gas-powered equipment outside and away from doors, windows, and air intake vents.
  • Opening windows and doors or turning on fans will NOT prevent buildup of carbon monoxide in a home.
  • Get everyone (including pets) out of the house and seek medical treatment immediately if you or a family member has unexplained or sudden onset of symptoms of CO poisoning or loss of consciousness.
  • Call 911 from a cell phone or neighbor’s home!

For more information on carbon monoxide poisoning and prevention, visit http://www.cdc.gov/co/. Stay safe this winter! 

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