Seattle Fire Department: High Winds And Power Outages

Press release from the Seattle Fire Department :

William Mace

November 9, 2021

Prepare for potential power outages with the high winds we are experiencing in the Seattle area. Keep in mind that if the power goes out, burning gas, wood or charcoal inside your home will increase your risk of carbon monoxide poisoning. It is an invisible, odorless gas that can cause severe illness or death.

Here are a few safety tips to help prepare for when the power goes out:

Never use generators inside the home or garage

If the CO alarm sounds, turn off any heating
appliance and open windows to get fresh air. Call 911 if you experience CO
poisoning symptoms such as dizziness, vomiting, or headaches and move to fresh
air immediately. If you suspect an appliance is the source, call a qualified
technician to fix the problem before restarting the appliance.

This press release was produced by the Seattle Fire Department. The views expressed here are the author’s own.