Firefighters across the Ozarks have concerns about alternative heating devices and leaks in your homes as the temperatures get frigid.
Nathan Bailey, a firefighter in Republic, said a carbon monoxide detector can save your life and in many areas, some houses are required to have them.
”They’re very essential because you can’t see it, you can’t smell it,” said Bailey.
Missouri is one of 23 states that doesn’t require carbon monoxide detectors statewide but leaves it up to the local level.
Many local towns that follow the fire code of having homes built after 2006 need to have a carbon monoxide detector. Regardless of the laws, Bailey said you need to have it.