OTTAWA — As people turn on their furnaces and heaters, there are more risks for carbon monoxide poisoning. The number of carbon monoxide cases increases sharply during the onset of cold weather, said Ottawa Fire Capt. Dennis Nowatzke. The deadly gas is “a silent killer” that is tasteless and odorless, he said. You should have working CO detectors and be sure fuel-burning appliances are in good shape and have no leaks. If you feel ill or have headaches in the home that you don’t experience elsewhere, you should check for carbon monoxide, he said. And if a CO alarm goes off, get everyone outside immediately and call 911, he said.
Tuesday, Nov. 13, 2 p.m.
