Carbon monoxide is always a risk to lowans, But it’s even worse during winter.But frigid wintry weather has moved in and lowans are now at much greater risk for carbon monoxide poisoning. As we fire up the fireplace to take off the chill, or warm up the car in the garage, the dangers of poisoning from the potentially-deadly gas can mount.
A battery-operated carbon monoxide detector can cost about 20-dollars, but it can provide invaluable protection. You should have a CO detector for every level of your home, but especially outside bedrooms. This type of poisoning can be deadly and the warning signs may be confused with something else entirely – and they can even be ignored.
For questions about this or any other poisons, call the Sioux City-based lowa Poison Control Center anytime, any day, at 800-222-1222.
