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2012-12-20 / General Stories  Signs of Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
With the winter heating season upon us, Atmos Energy reminds
customers to take steps in their homes to help prevent
potentially fatal carbon monoxide poisoning.  Carbon monoxide is
a colorless, odorless gas that is produced by incomplete
combustion in home heating systems, gas ovens, dryers,
fireplaces and automobile engines, and exposure can be fatal.
The symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning are flu-like and often
include headache, sleepiness, weakness, vomiting, dizziness and
tightness in the chest. If you or your family experiences these
symptoms:  * Call 911 or seek emergency medical attention.  *
Stop using the suspected gas appliance immediately and call
Atmos Energy’s Emergency hotline at 1.866.322.8667.  * Do not
use the appliance until it has been determined to be safe.  Help
prevent carbon monoxide poisoning:  * Hire a qualified heating
system professional each year to