Carbon Monoxide (CO) is a colourless, odourless and deadly gas. Because you cannot see, taste or smell CO, it can kill you before you even know it's in the air. Symptoms of low level CO poisoning include headaches, fatigue, nausea, dizziness and confusion.

CO is a by-product of appliances that run on fossil fuels. CO is often emitted from gas or oil furnaces, refrigerators, clothes dryers, water heaters, fireplaces, gas ranges and non-electric space heaters among others. A clogged chimney or improper venting can also cause these CO gases to accumulate in your home.

The Georgina Fire Department recommends installing at least one CO detector in your home. Install your CO detector between the sleeping area and the remainder of the house.