FIRE crews are reminding people of the dangers of carbon monoxide. Cumbria Fire and Rescue Service are raising the profile of the dangers of carbon monoxide.

Last year over 60 people lost their lives to carbon monoxide, with fire and rescue service’s across the country seeing an increase in carbon monoxide-related incidents. Symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning include: headaches, dizziness, nausea, breathlessness, collapse and loss of consciousness, which can easily be mistaken for something else. It can be produced by any appliances burning gas, wood, oil or coal. To keep your household safe: fit an audible alarm, service your appliances, do not block ventilation and know the signs. Craig Drinkald, area manager responsible for the service’s prevention and protection activity, said: “It’s part of the service’s DNA to work hard, to keep people and properties safe, and ensure support is provided to those who may be living in vulnerable circumstances. "We’ve adapted the visits due to Covid-19 and the first part of the visit will be undertaken over the phone. If we feel like you need a physical visit, our teams will be sent to your house in full PPE following Government Guidance.”