Stay safe and warm during the cold weather months
Heating equipment is a leading cause of home fire deaths. Almost half of home heating equipment fires are reported during the months of December, January, and February. Some simple steps can prevent most heating-related fires from happening.
Carbon monoxide is a by-product of combustion. It is odorless, colorless and is the second-leading cause of poisoning deaths in the country. Approximately 10,000 people are injured each year from Carbon monoxide poisoning and another 1500 die. It can kill you before you know it because you can’t see it, smell it, or taste it.
When an individual inhales Carbon monoxide, it accumulates in the blood and forms a toxic compound known as carboxyhemoglobin. Hemoglobin is what carries oxygen in the bloodstream to cells and tissues.
Carbon monoxide attaches itself to the hemoglobin and displaces the oxygen that the body’s organs need. Essentially the Carbon monoxide blocks the body’s ability to absorb oxygen at a cellular level.
Space heaters and other portable heating devices require special maintenance and care. Before using portable heating devices consider the following safety precautions.
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