Beware of Carbon Monoxide

5/26/2020 (Permalink)

SERVPRO of Rockingham and Augusta Counties (540-433-6100) wants everyone to stay safe and be aware of the dangers of carbon monoxide.

People associate carbon monoxide with wood burning stoves during cold weather.  However, carbon monoxide poisoning can happen anytime. Carbon Monoxide fumes are produced by automobiles, gas appliances (water heaters, washers, dryers, stoves), generators, lanterns and both charcoal and gas grills all which are used for camping and at home. Fumes from these sources can build up in enclosed or partially enclosed spaces and cause sickness and even death.

 Carbon Monoxide Poisoning is Preventable

• Never leave a vehicle running in your garage (even with the door open).
• Never use a generator, camp stove, gas lantern or charcoal/gas grill in an enclosed space (examples: home, basement, garage, or camper) or outside less than 20 feet away from an open window or door. The fumes can be drawn inside if located to close to an enclosed structure. 
• Make sure that gas appliances are working properly.