What should I do if my CO detector alarms or I suspect the presence of CO in my home?
Call 911. The emergency call taker will ask you several questions. Explain the
nature of your emergency. Advise the call taker if anyone in your house is
exhibiting any medical symptoms. Get everyone out of the house. The Fire
Department will respond and investigate using carbon-monoxide-sensing
metering equipment. We will attempt to locate the source if high levels of CO
are found. Defective equipment will be turned off and the house can be
ventilated to remove the CO. It will be the homeowner’s responsibility to
arrange for qualified service or repairs of faulty equipment, once the Fire
Department has determined that it is safe to re-enter the house.

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1. What is carbon monoxide?
2. Why is carbon monoxide so dangerous?
3. Where does carbon monoxide come from?
4. What are some of the common sources of carbon monoxide?
5. How can I protect my family from carbon monoxide?
6. What should I do if my CO detector alarms or I suspect the presence of CO in my home?