Safety in every season

Written By Chief Warhorse

It’s not just in hurricane season that you may need to use a gas-powered generator.

Stay alive with safe gas-generator use

Tips from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission:

Many Americans own portable generators to keep the power on after a storm. However, many people don't realize that one portable generator can produce the same amount of carbon monoxide as hundreds of cars.

Protect Your Family from Carbon Monoxide Poisoning

  • Never use portable generators inside homes or garages, even if doors and windows are open. Use generators outside only, far away from the home.

  • Install battery-operated CO alarms or CO alarms with battery backup on every level of the home and outside sleeping areas. Interconnected CO alarms are best; when one sounds, they all sound.

  • Know the symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning: headache, dizziness, weakness, nausea, vomiting, sleepiness, and confusion. If you suspect CO poisoning, get outside to fresh air immediately, and then call 911.

Chief Warhorse
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