LPT: Make sure to keep your heating vents clear in a…
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LPT: Make sure to keep your heating vents clear in a snowstorm
With a good portion of the United States experiencing significant snowfall, those with combustion appliances (furnace, boilers, etc.) should make sure that your vents are clear of snow and ice. Many times these vents can be close to the ground, and with a foot or more expected (and potentially drifting snow), exhaust vents can become blocked, preventing carbon monoxide from escaping the house. Some systems (like high efficiency furnaces) can have intake pipe that is typically lower and could also be blocked, leading to other issues with your heating system (example https://imgur.com/gallery/high-efficiency-intake-exhaust-piping-Rpalfig).
CARBON MONOXIDE CAN BE FATAL. Symptoms can include headaches, dizziness, nauseousness, drowsiness, confusion and shortness of breath. Seek fresh air and call 911 if you are experiencing any of these symptoms.
Winter weather also can also lead to power outages, leading some to use unvented heating appliances or generators indoors. These can also lead to a buildup of carbon monoxide and other pollutants, potentially leading to a harmful or deadly living environment.
Also make sure your carbon monoxide detector is up to date and working properly. Make sure the batteries are good, and test the device to make sure its working ok.
Be safe everyone!
Links:
https://www.epa.gov/indoor-air-quality-iaq/protect-your-family-and-yourself-carbon-monoxide-poisoning
#entertainment
With a good portion of the United States experiencing significant snowfall, those with combustion appliances (furnace, boilers, etc.) should make sure that your vents are clear of snow and ice. Many times these vents can be close to the ground, and with a foot or more expected (and potentially drifting snow), exhaust vents can become blocked, preventing carbon monoxide from escaping the house. Some systems (like high efficiency furnaces) can have intake pipe that is typically lower and could also be blocked, leading to other issues with your heating system (example https://imgur.com/gallery/high-efficiency-intake-exhaust-piping-Rpalfig).
CARBON MONOXIDE CAN BE FATAL. Symptoms can include headaches, dizziness, nauseousness, drowsiness, confusion and shortness of breath. Seek fresh air and call 911 if you are experiencing any of these symptoms.
Winter weather also can also lead to power outages, leading some to use unvented heating appliances or generators indoors. These can also lead to a buildup of carbon monoxide and other pollutants, potentially leading to a harmful or deadly living environment.
Also make sure your carbon monoxide detector is up to date and working properly. Make sure the batteries are good, and test the device to make sure its working ok.
Be safe everyone!
Links:
https://www.epa.gov/indoor-air-quality-iaq/protect-your-family-and-yourself-carbon-monoxide-poisoning
#entertainment
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