Carbon Monoxide is invisible, odorless and known as the killer.
According to Center for Disease Control, almost 500 unintentional deaths and more than 1,700 suicides are related to CO poisoning each in United States.
CO is the leading cause of accidental poisoning deaths.
it's imperative you utilize CO alarms and know the symptoms should you be exposed to CO..
CO is produced when fossil fuels burn due to oxygen.
This can be caused by installation or maintenance of appliances, automobile exhaust, ventilation etc..
CO poisoning mimics flu-like symptoms such as headaches, nausea, vomiting, dizziness, confusion, shortness of breath and heart rate.
It does not take much CO to cause problems..
Below is table outlining the general effects of monoxide on healthy adults.
open windows and doors for fresh air, leave the house, and call 9-1-1..
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