Importance of carbon monoxide detectors
There have been a number of news stories lately that bring to light the threat of carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning. A family of three was found dead inside their Rhode Island home after succumbing to carbon monoxide poisoning, while a family of seven came close to the same fate in San Francisco.
The cause of carbon monoxide poisoning in homes most often stems from problems with heating systems. This is particularly prevalent during colder months when heaters run often and windows are not open as much to provide an exchange of fresh air. The gas is odorless and often makes people sleepy, which is why it is particularly lethal during nighttime hours when occupants are already sleeping and unaware of the headache, nausea and drowsiness of which they might otherwise be aware.
In order to protect you and your family, an inexpensive carbon monoxide monitor
Carbonmonoxidekills.com has more information on the details of where you should and should not place these monitors.
My father was a trustee for a local Fire Department so I was bombarded with information about the importance of have WORKING smoke and CO detectors in the house. Something so simple can save lives…