Signs of carbon monoxide leakage include soot staining or condensation and burning with a yellow flame.  If you notice any of these, contact our Gas Section (link to gas safety page) immediately.

Children, elderly people, pregnant women and people with respiratory problems are particularly at risk from carbon monoxide poisoning.  Symptoms can include:

Headache / vision changes

• Drowsiness / tiredness
• Flu-like symptoms / muscle aches
• Shortness of break / difficulty breathing
• Rapid pulse
• Dizziness / fainting
• Emotional changes / confusion
• Nausea, vomiting / diarrhoea
• Chest pain

If you or anyone in your home experience any of these symptoms regularly and you have gas appliances in your home, speak to your doctor straight away.