>>Officials Urge People to Be Aware and Avoid Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
(Roanoke, VA) -- As people use different methods to stay warm, officials want people to also stay safe. Katie Gray has the details.Preview: Voicer Script:
Carbon monoxide poisoning can be deadly and catch people off guard, because the gas is odorless and tasteless, often leading to flu-like symptoms that can be mistaken for other illnesses. WFXR reports that installing carbon monoxide detectors is a simple and effective way to prevent such tragedies, with officials estimating that detectors could prevent 50% of carbon monoxide-related deaths. Taking precautions such as regular maintenance of heating appliances, keeping generators away from homes, and ensuring car exhaust systems are leak-free can also help protect against carbon monoxide poisoning.