As the hunting season rolls in, prioritizing safety is crucial.
Wisconsin Public Service is urging that deer hunters meticulously check their cabin’s heating systems.
A simple inspection can avert a potentially lethal accumulation of carbon monoxide which is an invisible, odorless gas produced by faulty burning or venting of fuel.
The best way to ensure warmth in a cabin safely is to install or verify the operation of existing carbon monoxide detectors.
Any hunters are also advised to clear any blockages like debris or animal nests from heating vents, flues, and chimneys, scrutinize fuel-burning appliances, and avoid the indoor use of portable electric generators.
Additionally, understanding the symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning, such as sudden flu-like illness, dizziness, headaches, sleepiness, bright red lips, unusually pale complexion, nausea, vomiting, fluttering heartbeat, and unconsciousness, is beneficial.
