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Click here to find out howCarbon monoxide is a highly poisonous gas that has no colour, smell or taste.
When inhaled it prevents the blood from absorbing oxygen. At high levels it can kill in as little as 3 minutes. At low levels it causes illness.
It can be produced by any type of fuel being burned - coal, turf, oil, gas or wood.
Harmful levels can be produced by:
Some tips on Prevention:
Signs of Carbon Monoxide:
If you suspect that you or someone you know is experiencing some of the above symptoms, visit a doctor immediately and ask to be checked for carbon monoxide poisoning. Ventilate the area immediately, stop using fuel-burning appliances and get everyone into the fresh air.
This information is extracted from a booklet by Gas Networks Ireland. Call into one of our stores in Bandon, Kinsale or Enniskeane to pick up a copy or go to http://carbonmonoxide.ie/ for more information and advice.