Brown County Public Health reminds residents to keep home exhaust vents free of snow to prevent dangerous gas buildup. Vents for furnaces, water heaters, dryers, and bathroom fans must stay clear to allow safe removal of carbon monoxide and moisture.
Blocked vents can cause carbon monoxide to enter living spaces or create fire hazards. Residents should clear at least a foot of space around each vent and check them often during heavy snow. This safety reminder is shared with support from Brown County Emergency Management and the Brown County Sheriff’s Office…