Jan. 20, 2006: CenterPoint Energy Offers Winter Safety Information
MINNEAPOLIS - CenterPoint Energy is offering winter safety information to help its customers and the general public stay safe this winter. Contractors can also pass along the following tips to their customers.
Carbon monoxide poisoning: Carbon monoxide (CO) is a colorless, odorless, tasteless, and non-irritating poisonous gas. Symptoms of CO poisoning can resemble the common flu - headaches, nausea, fatigue, confusion, and dizziness. These symptoms vary depending on a person's age and general health, level of physical activity, and the duration and concentration of the exposure. Any fuel-burning appliance, equipment, or engine has the potential to produce CO. This is more likely to occur if the equipment is poorly maintained, improperly operated or adjusted, or if a home has insufficient ventilation.