The dangers of carbon monoxide and why you need to know symptoms instead of relying on detectors<\/p>\n
HOUSTON \u2013 When desperate, some people are tempted to turn to dangerous ways to stay warm.<\/p>\n
Gas stoves, ovens, propane tanks\/ generators, and cars are never acceptable methods of heat.<\/p>\n
Those appliances can turn deadly when leaking carbon monoxide.<\/p>\n
Where is CO found?<\/p>\n
The gas is found in fumes produced by burning fuels in vehicles, stoves, grills, fireplaces and furnaces. In an enclosed space with not enough ventilation, it can build up and cause serious risk to people and animals who breathe it.<\/p>\n
Symptoms of CO poisoning<\/p>\n
Headache<\/p>\n
Dizziness<\/p>\n
Weakness<\/p>\n
Upset stomach<\/p>\n
Vomiting<\/p>\n
Chest pain<\/p>\n
Confusion<\/p>\n
Excessive amounts of CO can lead to unconsciousness or death<\/p>\n
Ways to prevent CO poisoning<\/p>\n
Do not run a car in a garage with the garage door closed, move the vehicle to the driveway or the street if you\u2019re trying to warm up in your car<\/p>\n
Have your heating system and other CO-producing systems and appliances regularly serviced<\/p>\n
Use a CO detector in your home, but make sure it can run on battery power if you lose electricity<\/p>\n
Do not use portable, flameless chemical heaters indoors<\/p>\n
Have your chimney checked or cleaned annually<\/p>\n
Never use a gas range or oven for heating<\/p>\n
Dot burn charcoal indoors<\/p>\n
If you suspect you or someone you know is suffering from the side effects of carbon monoxide poisoning, get away from the potential exposure hazard and seek medical advice or attention immediately.<\/p>\n
Anthony’s Weather Lab<\/p>\n
Houston\u2019s weather and other cool things explained by KPRC 2 Chief Meteorologist Anthony Yanez.<\/p>\n
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