GeneralEmergency2025-11-30
Carbon Monoxide Safety for Homeowners
CO is silent and deadly — alarms, maintenance and knowing the symptoms keep your family safe.
Any fuel-burning appliance can produce carbon monoxide if it malfunctions. Protection is simple but essential.
Protect with alarms and maintenance
Install CO alarms on every level and near bedrooms, test monthly, and replace per the date on the unit. Service fuel-burning appliances annually so combustion and venting are checked.
Know the symptoms
Headache, dizziness, nausea, confusion and fatigue — especially if everyone feels better outside the home — can indicate CO. If an alarm sounds, get everyone to fresh air and call 911.
Key takeaways
- CO alarms on every level and near bedrooms
- Test alarms monthly; replace by date
- Service fuel appliances yearly
- Alarm sounds: leave and call 911
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