How to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning?

Do seek prompt medical attention if you suspect CO poisoning and are feeling dizzy, light-headed, or nauseated. Don’t use a generator, charcoal grill, camp stove, or other gasoline or charcoal-burning device inside your home, basement, or garage or near a window. read more

If anyone has symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning, get emergency help. More than 20,000 Americans go to emergency rooms each year because of carbon monoxide poisoning, and more than 400 people die. Don’t go back into the house until it’s safe. read more

Proper ventilation is critical to avoiding CO poisoning. So do not start a car, fire up a grill or stove, or run a generator in a closed area — like a basement or garage. Even if you leave the garage door open, carbon monoxide gas can quickly build up to toxic levels. Schedule regular maintenance. read more