Every year, nearly 300 people in the United States die from this toxic gas that has no odor. Take steps to be safe. The poisonous gas that kills nearly 300 people in their homes each year has no smell.
Carbon monoxide is produced by burning any fuel.
Therefore, any fuel-burning appliance in your home is a potential CO source. Improperly operating appliances can produce fatal CO concentrations in your home. Likewise, using charcoal indoors or running a car in a garage can cause CO poisoning. Symptoms of CO Poisoning Carbon monoxide poisoning can kill you. Make sure appliances are installed according to manufacture's instructions and local building codes.