GREEN BAY, Wis. (WFRV) – As the ongoing snowstorm continues, officials in Green Bay say to remember to clear any vents of ice and snow to avoid carbon monoxide buildup.
According to the Green Bay Metro Fire Department, snow and ice can block furnace vents, dryer vents, and fireplace vents, leading to carbon monoxide possibly building up inside a resident’s home.
Snowstorm already causing northeast Wisconsin school closures for Monday
Carbon Monoxide is described as an invisible, colorless, and odorless gas and has become known to be a ‘silent killer.’
Officials are reminding residents to take a few minutes to clear the vent areas of their homes of ice and snow.
They add to make sure the CO alarms installed inside the home are working. Anyone who suspects CO poisoning should evacuate the area and immediately call 911.
