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Carbon Monoxide (CO) General Information

Carbon monoxide (CO) is a deadly, colorless, odorless, poisonous gas. It is produced by the incomplete burning of various fuels, including coal, wood, charcoal, oil, kerosene, propane, and natural gas. Products and equipment powered by internal combustion engines such as portable generators, cars, lawn mowers, and power washers also produce CO.

Safety Guides

Full list of CO Publications

  • CO-The Invisible Killer [ PDF ] [ PDF en Español ]
  • Carbon Monoxide Questions & Answers [ HTML ] [ en Español ]
  • Indoor Air Pollution: Introduction for Health Professionals [ HTML ]
  • The Inside Story: A Guide to Indoor Air Quality [ HTML ]

Press Releases

Full list of CO Press Releases

  • Simpson Dura-Vent Recalls Fireplace Dampers Due to Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Hazard [ HTML ]
  • Electrolux ICON and Kenmore PRO Gas Ranges Recalled Due to Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Hazard [ HTML ] 

CO Information Center

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Carbon monoxide, also known as CO, is called the "Invisible Killer" because it's a colorless, odorless, poisonous gas. Learn how to prevent a CO Tragedy
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