Unitil, (www.unitil.com), a provider of natural gas and electricity to
According to Lunenburg Fire Chief
Cars and trucks, small gasoline engines, stoves, lanterns, burning charcoal and wood, gas ranges, water heaters, and all heating systems produce carbon monoxide. Sullivan said that many of the calls they receive are for gas grills, generators, and even automobiles that are operated too closely to the home or garage. 'Especially during storms, people place these items under a deck or near open garage doors, but carbon monoxide can quickly seep into the home.'
During 2022, Unitil responded to 78 carbon monoxide calls for all its service territories.
'It is important to test and make sure the detectors are in good working order. I also can't over-emphasize that natural gas, propane, and oil-fired appliances should be serviced annually to make sure they are in good working order,' Sullivan added. The fire chief noted that the
Carbon monoxide is an odorless, colorless gas found in combustion fumes that can cause sudden illness and death to occupants. According to the
'Over a third of poisonings occur from December through February. If a homeowner's detector alerts them or they suspect elevated levels due to headaches, dizziness, weakness, upset stomach, vomiting, or confusion, they need to leave the home immediately and then call 911,' said O'Meara.
Photo caption: Lunenburg Fire Chief
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