Carbon monoxide (CO) is a colorless, odorless & deadly gas.
During natural disasters such as blizzards & ice storms, or when electricity is off for long periods of time, people turn to other sources of power & heat such as gasoline-powered generators, charcoal grills, gas ovens and fireplaces/wood stoves.
For the Carbon Monoxide Fact sheet, which includes general information, symptoms of CO poising, and how to prevent it. Click here
For information about the hazards of Carbon Monoxide during power outages. Click here.