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1. What is carbon monoxide?

Carbon monoxide, often called "the silent killer," is a gas you cannot see, taste, or smell. It can be created when fuels, do not burn properly. These fuels can include:

• Coal
• Gasoline
• Kerosene
• Methane
• Natural Gas
• Propane
• Wood

2. Where does carbon monoxide come from?

Carbon monoxide poisoning can result from numerous sources. Some sources include:

• Cars left running in garages
• Clothes dryers
• Faulty furnaces or other heating appliances
• Portable generators
• Water heaters

3. What are the symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning?

Symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning include headache, nausea, and drowsiness. Exposure to undetected high levels of carbon monoxide can be fatal.