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Chief's Fire Prevention and Safety Message:
Winter is fast approaching, and with winter comes snow – sometimes, lots of it. When snow builds up around your house, homeowners may find that home heating exhaust points become blocked, causing dangerous carbon monoxide to enter the home. When you're out clearing the driveway, don't forget to clear any snow or ice build-up from heat exhaust points.
Carbon monoxide is an odorless, colorless, and tasteless gas that can have deadly consequences. Early symptoms include nausea, fatigue, headache, dizziness, confusion and irritability. Later stages and prolonged exposure may lead to vomiting, loss of consciousness and eventual death. In addition to smoke detectors, you should also have a carbon monoxide detector in your home. If you experience signs and symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning or your detector goes off, exit the premises immediately, and contact 9-1-1 right away.
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Winter is fast approaching, and with winter comes snow – sometimes, lots of it. When snow builds up around your house, homeowners may find that home heating exhaust points become blocked, causing dangerous carbon monoxide to enter the home. When you're out clearing the driveway, don't forget to clear any snow or ice build-up from heat exhaust points.
Carbon monoxide is an odorless, colorless, and tasteless gas that can have deadly consequences. Early symptoms include nausea, fatigue, headache, dizziness, confusion and irritability. Later stages and prolonged exposure may lead to vomiting, loss of consciousness and eventual death. In addition to smoke detectors, you should also have a carbon monoxide detector in your home. If you experience signs and symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning or your detector goes off, exit the premises immediately, and contact 9-1-1 right away.
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