Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
Although fire alarms are standard in most homes, businesses, and other structures, most buildings do not have carbon monoxide detectors. This is frightening given the colorless, odorless quality of the gas that can kill within minutes of exposure. There are many different appliances and other objects in the house that can release carbon monoxide into the air if they are defective.
Usually, carbon monoxide remains contained or gets safely vented away from people. However if a gas- or wood-burning product is flawed, it can send out deadly clouds of carbon monoxide without your knowledge. If you or someone you love has suffered carbon monoxide poisoning from a faulty product, contact a Baltimore product liability lawyer from Belsky, Weinberg & Horowitz, LLC, today at 800-890-2388 for a free case evaluation.
Sources of Carbon Monoxide
Carbon monoxide, or CO, is produced when wood- or gas-burning items do not fully consume their fuel. They release CO as a byproduct, and the toxic gas can quickly build up without any indication of its presence. Sources of CO include:
- Wood-burning furnaces
- Space heaters
- Gas or wood stoves
- Automobiles
- Boilers
- Gas water heaters
- Fireplaces
Signs of Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
CO molecules firmly attach to the oxygen-carrying molecules in the blood, preventing you from getting oxygen into your bloodstream and to the rest of your body. Thus, only a few breaths of CO-laden air can saturate your bloodstream. Signs of CO poisoning include:
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Nausea and vomiting
- Loss of consciousness
If someone loses consciousness and becomes unresponsive due to carbon monoxide exposure, they can die within five minutes.
Contact Us
Sources of CO should be properly vented or otherwise closed so that carbon monoxide cannot escape into the air. If you are a victim of carbon monoxide poisoning due to a faulty product, you may be entitled to financial compensation. To discuss the facts of your case, contact an experienced Baltimore product liability lawyer from Belsky, Weinberg & Horowitz, LLC, at 800-890-2388 today.
