Exposure to the gas results in symptoms like headaches, dizziness, weakness, nausea, vomiting and can eventually lead to death. Avoid running any gasoline-powered engine in a closed garage or in an attached garage near a living space. Avoid using a gas range or oven for home heating. Never burn charcoal or operate a propane grill in your home. Open the rear window of vans, campers or recreational vehicles while driving.
Carbon monoxide can seep into the cabin of the vehicle.
Have your furnace inspected annually. Have one or more functioning carbon monoxide detectors always in operation in your home. Associated Press content is Copyrighted by The Associated Press.