Northeast Carbon Monoxide Alliance

03/30/2026

American Red Cross of Northern New England is a valued partner of the Northeast CO Alliance. We work together on carbon monoxide safety efforts in Vermont, New Hampshire, and Maine. They also participate in committee meetings, and if you attended our 10th Annual CO Safety Summit last November, you saw Red Cross taking care of logistics. They are great at everything they do, and we are excited to celebrate Red Cross month with them!!

In celebration of National Red Cross Month, $1 of every dessert sold at NH Common Man-named restaurants (in Lincoln, Ashland, Concord, Claremont, Windham, and Merrimack) will be donated to American Red Cross of Northern New England to assist with local disaster relief efforts.

Eat dessert and DO GOOD - There are only two days left in March!

03/29/2026

We see a lot of familiar faces in this photo! What a great group of CO safety advocates. Thank you Mary & Kevin for representing the Northeast CO Alliance at this important event!

Carbon monoxide poisoning remains a serious and often overlooked public safety issue in the United States. During Hill Day 2026, NCOAA and coalition partners met with Congress to advocate for stronger protections, increased funding, and national awareness efforts to help prevent CO-related deaths an...

03/16/2026

An important message from the NH State Fire Marshal's Office -

"In February, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) notified purchasers that thousands of smoke alarms had been recalled after determining the product may fail to sound and warn homeowners during a fire. A separate warning was issued in 2024 for combination smoke and carbon monoxide alarms. U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission’s Recalls & Product Safety Warnings database also indicates that 11 boilers have been recalled over the past five years."

You can check for recalls at the CPSC website: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls

NEWS RELEASE: STATE FIRE MARSHAL REMINDS GRANITE STATERS TO CHECK FOR RECALLS AFTER CARBON MONOXIDE SCARE

CONCORD, N.H. – As National Poison Prevention Week gets underway, the New Hampshire State Fire Marshal’s Office is reminding residents to make informed decisions when purchasing, using, and maintaining safety equipment and household appliances, especially carbon monoxide (CO) alarms, boilers and fuel‑burning devices. The NHSFMO also encourages residents to have equipment installed by qualified professionals and to read the instruction manual.

Recent incidents in the state linked to carbon monoxide poisoning underscore the importance of purchasing certified, reliable products and maintaining them in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. Last month, members of Plymouth Fire Rescue determined an on-demand water heater had malfunctioned and leaked carbon monoxide, leaving two residents hospitalized with life-threatening injuries. Investigators later confirmed the water heater had an active recall.

“Buying smart doesn’t stop at the register, and it’s not enough to maintain your equipment,” said New Hampshire State Fire Marshal Sean P. Toomey. “After you purchase and install an appliance, occasionally look for recalls. Items like boilers, heaters, kitchen appliances, lithium-ion battery products, and alarms can be recalled months or even years after they’re sold, and staying informed ensures the products in your home are both reliable and safe.”

In February, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) notified purchasers that thousands of smoke alarms had been recalled after determining the product may fail to sound and warn homeowners during a fire. A separate warning was issued in 2024 for combination smoke and carbon monoxide alarms. CPSC’s Recalls & Product Safety Warnings database also indicates that 11 boilers have been recalled over the past five years.

“When it comes to protecting your family, it’s essential to purchase from reputable retailers and verify that devices meet nationally recognized standards,” said Toomey. “Also, remember to replace alarms and batteries as recommended by the manufacturer.”

Consumers should report incidents or safety concerns at SaferProducts.gov, where they can also find the most up-to-date information on existing recalls.

03/12/2026

02/28/2026

Thank you, Manchester Fire Marshal Cady, for sharing these important safety messages with WMUR!

"After a string of recent carbon monoxide exposures throughout New England, Manchester Fire Marshal Mitchell Cady joined News 9 to explain how to protect yourself from carbon monoxide poisoning.

If you have a portable generator, Cady said it's important to run those outside of the house, and not in a garage or under a deck.

"Make sure that your furnaces and your heating appliances are being serviced regularly to make sure that they're vented properly; to make sure that the gas -- the exhaust gas and the fuel gas -- that's coming out of them is going where it needs to go," he said.

The Fire Marshal recommended keeping exhaust vents on your home clear of snow."

Manchester Fire Marshal Mitchell Cady explains how to protect yourself from carbon monoxide poisoning.

02/23/2026

Thank you for sharing these important safety messages CT State Fire Marshal Lauri Volkert!

Winter storms can increase risk for carbon monoxide poisoning. Use your generator outdoors and always have working carbon monoxide alarms in your home.

02/12/2026

Please join us in welcoming Karla Klas as our new fire safety specialist in the Public Education Division.

Karla will lead our older adult program and brings a wealth of experience in fire and burn safety education. We’re excited to have her expertise, passion, and dedication strengthening our public education efforts and helping keep communities safer.

01/05/2026

Good advice from our safety partners

Do you have a CO detector in your shanty? Most people don’t, but you should get one. This inexpensive item could very well save your life.

Heated fishing shanties need to have good ventilation to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning. Open a window or the door part way to allow in fresh air to circulate, and purchase a CO Alarm, which will alert you if the levels become harmful.

12/30/2025

Prevent Ice from Damaging Gas Meters & Vents

Ice buildup on gas meters and vents can cause serious damage, carbon monoxide buildup, or even gas leaks. Stay safe this winter:
✅ Check your meters & vents regularly
✅ Clear ice gently, never chip or hammer it off
✅ Protect meters when removing ice from roofs/gutters
✅ Call Vermont Gas if your meter is encased in ice

Smell gas? (Rotten-egg odor)
➡️ Leave immediately
➡️ Call 911, then VGS: (802) 863-4511

12/25/2025

Happy Holidays from all of us at the Northeast Carbon Monoxide Alliance

12/03/2025

Carbon monoxide poisoning is 100% preventable, and we all have a part to play.

Here’s a quick safety checklist you can use and share during Carbon Monoxide Awareness Month:

1. Install working CO alarms on every level of your home
2. Test your alarms every month
3. Never run a generator or car in an enclosed garage
4. Know the signs: headache, dizziness, nausea, fatigue
5. Schedule regular appliance inspections and vent checks

Discover more carbon monoxide safety tips: https://buff.ly/FXivAjP



Thank you, Ipex by Aliaxis, for being a sponsor of CO Awareness Month!

11/16/2025

On Friday we hosted the 10th Annual CO Safety Summit we had a lot of outstanding programs and speakers. We wish to thank the speakers, sponsors and the Alliance members for making it all possible. If you missed it We will do it again next year.