7 Tips to Keep Your Home Safe from Carbon Monoxide Poisoning

Why carbon monoxide is so dangerous

Carbon monoxide (CO) is one of the most dangerous gasses that can accumulate in your home, especially in winter, as more Americans die from carbon monoxide poisoning in the cold weather months than at any other time of year, according to a recent study. And because CO is colorless, odorless, and impossible to detect without a carbon monoxide alarm, it can literally kill you before you have a clue what’s happening. “Each year, more than 400 people die from accidental CO poisoning,” says Sage Singleton, a safety expert at SafeWise, a home safety company. “Because it’s a silent killer, it’s essential to safeguard your home and educate your family.” Watch for these other hidden dangers in your home and learn how to stay safe.

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