Sunday night (19/3) ago, a British family consisting of the parents and five children was found semi-conscious when the barbecue in the home, reports The Sun. Fortunately, help came immediately and all family members survived after being treated in hospital.
Each heater which emit gases such as gas stoves or water heaters with gas, and combustion using coal or wood, can give off toxic fumes of carbon monoxide when it is not functioning properly.
Carbon monoxide leak have early symptoms, so it is important to recognize signs of intoxication, so you can seek help in an emergency.
Symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning can include headaches, dizziness, feelings of malaise, fatigue or drowsiness, abdominal pain and difficulty breathing that comes on suddenly.
These symptoms are quite common for a variety of diseases, but if another family member suffering from the same symptoms, a sign there is a risk of leakage of carbon monoxide.
