Emergency Services
Fire Crews Called to Carbon Monoxide Alarm
Green Watch gave First Aid to the occupants prior to their colleagues from the Ambulance Service.
Fire crews last night responded to Carbon monoxide detector operating at a house on Brunswick road, Douglas.
Green Watch gave First Aid to the occupants prior to their colleagues from the Ambulance Service.
Crews carried out gas detection of the property, isolated the source and vented the property using a PPV fan.
The Fire and Rescue Service said: ‘Carbon monoxide is dangerous – if there is a leak. It can form from any fuel-burning appliance, such as a natural gas furnace. It can create carbon monoxide (CO) — a toxic, colourless, tasteless and flammable gas.
‘You can limit your exposure by making sure gas appliances are maintained and operating correctly, never using a gas grill or generator indoors and not opening ovens doors when in operation.’
Signs of a Carbon Monoxide Leak. Exposure can lead to:
• Weakness
• Headache
• Nausea
• Dizziness
• Fatigue
Install a Carbon Monoxide Detector 
