Detect Carbon Monoxide

Learn How To Detect Carbon Monoxide

Carbon monoxide poisoning can lead to serious illness or even death.

While you can't see, smell or taste carbon monoxide, you can detect conditions that may produce it. Watch for these warning signs:

• Soot buildup on or near a fireplace or furnace chimney.
• A pilot light that keeps going out.
• Discolored gas burners.
• Excessive humidity such as heavily frosted windows.
• Fireplaces that smoke or won't draw.
• Physical symptoms such as: a headache, nausea, coughing, ringing in the ears, smarting eyes, a ruddy complexion, light-headedness and drowsiness.

If you suspect a CO problem, leave the premises and call Black Hills Energy's emergency number at 1-800-694-8989 or a qualified professional to inspect your home immediately.

Your local fire department may conduct a carbon monoxide inspection. Some fire departments charge for this service.

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