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New York City, NY – Winter officially begins today as New York marks the Winter Solstice, the shortest day and longest night of the year. While the solstice signals the gradual return of daylight in the weeks ahead, safety officials say it also marks one of the most dangerous periods of the year inside homes, when carbon monoxide risks quietly increase.
The longest night of the year often coincides with colder temperatures and extended hours of darkness, pushing heating systems into near-constant use. Furnaces, boilers, fireplaces, space heaters, and backup generators are used more heavily as residents try to stay warm. With windows closed and homes sealed tightly against the cold, ventilation is reduced, increasing the likelihood that carbon monoxide can build up indoors…