The One Silent Killer That Puts Every Michigan Home At Risk This Winter

A West Michigan Fire Chief is sounding the alarm on a silent killer that almost took a life.

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Kentwood Fire Chief Brent Looma shared with Fox 17 that a crew responding to a medical emergency walked into a home that had carbon monoxide levels that were 50 times higher than they normally should be.

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The scary thing about Carbon Monoxide is that it's a silent killer.

Carbon Monoxide is an odorless, colorless gas that can cause sudden illness and death if inhaled.

According to the CDC, ever year thousands of people fall Ill from it and sadly hundreds more are killed.

Carbon Monoxide Symptoms

Common symptoms of Carbon Monoxide poisoning are headache, dizziness, weakness, upset stomach, vomiting, chest pain, and confusion.

Michigan winters can make Carbon Monoxide even more dangerous because we tend to close things up which could lead to a buildup of Carbon Monoxide.

There are several things you can do to make sure you and your family are protected.

Reduce The Risk of Carbon Monoxide Poisoning

These are some simple steps you can take to keep your friends and family safe.

Install Carbon Monoxide Alarms: Place battery-operated or battery-backup alarms outside each sleeping area and on every level of your home.

Maintain Appliances: Get your furnace, water heater, stove, and dryer inspected annually.

Watch Your Vehicle: Never run a car, truck, or motorcycle in an attached garage, even with the door open.

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