How Is Carbon Monoxide Detected?
About It Carbon monoxide (CO) is a poisonous, colorless, odorless gas produced due to incomplete burning of fuels in fireplaces, furnaces and boilers. Each year, approximately 4,000 people in the U.S. die due to inhalation of this poisonous gas– because of this it has also been named “the silent killer.” Carbon monoxide is very difficult to detect and many people do not even realize that they have been poisoned. They slip into unconsciousness and die in their sleep. Those people who don’t die might be at risk to permanent damage and disability. It is very important to be aware and quick in detecting a carbon monoxide leak. Detection and Precautions Carbon monoxide can be emitted from various sources. Be vigilant, watch out for discolored gas burners, soot collection near a furnace, fireplace or a chimney and pilot lights that keeps on going out. Install a carbon monoxide detector with a camera or a wireless CO alarm in your home. These detectors will go off if abnormal levels of carbo
