What Are the Major Sources of CO?

Carbon monoxide is produced as a result of incomplete burning of carbon-containing fuels including coal, wood, charcoal, natural gas, and fuel oil. It can be emitted by combustion sources such as unvented kerosene and gas space heaters, furnaces, woodstoves, gas stoves, fireplaces and water heaters, automobile exhaust from attached garages, and tobacco smoke. Problems can arise as a result of improper installation, maintenance, or inadequate ventilation.

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1. What Is It?
2. What Are the Major Sources of CO?
3. What Are the Health Effects?
4. What Can Be Done to Prevent CO Poisoning?
5. What If I Have Carbon Monoxide Poisoning?
6. What about Carbon Monoxide Detectors?