Carbon monoxide (CO) is one of the leading causes of accidental poisoning in the United States. Smoke Detectors and CO detectors should be functioning in every home, apartment, lease home, vacation home, office building, condo, townhouse, and business.
WHAT ARE THE DANGERS
- Invisible - Can't be seen or smelled
- Deadly effects can occur within minutes
- Can't be detected without CO Detectors
SYMPTOMS OF CO POISONING
- Headaches
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Chest Pain
- Dizziness
- Weakness
- Confusion
- Loss of consciousness
- May appear to have flu like symptoms
WHAT YOU SHOULD DO
- Evacuate & call 911
- Keep doors and windows open
- Turn off fuel-burning appliances
- Get a qualified technician to inspect
©Patricia Feager 11/8/2014
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