As we head into the coldest months of the year, it is essential to stay warm. But safety needs to be at the front of mind, especially when using natural gas or generators to heat your home.
Using alternative methods beyond central heating, like gas logs, to keep warm, or using a generator to power things, can emit carbon monoxide. This invisible, odorless gas can be deadly.
In Anderson County, two people died on Dec. 7 after using a generator to heat the home in Williamston on Joe Black Road. The incident, which has been ruled accidental, highlights the need for caution when using alternative heating methods…