Carbon Monoxide:
Safeguard your home this winter

Carbon Monoxide is a flammable, colorless, odorless and tasteless toxic gas produced during incomplete combustion of fuel such as natural gas, oil, coal and wood.

Low levels of carbon monoxide poisoning result in symptoms commonly mistaken for common flu and cold symptoms, including shortness of breath on mild exertion, mild headaches and nausea. If you are suffering from chronic flu-like symptoms, see your doctor and ask if it could be a low level of CO poisoning.

The most effective way to keep your family safe is to install a CO detector. If it alarms, open windows to ventilate your home with fresh air and have your heating system checked by a professional.

For more information on CO monitors visit Consumer Reports.