Safe From A Silent Killer (NAPS)—New advancements in wireless technology let home security systems track a different type of intruder—one that’s a deadly killer. Carbon monoxide (CO) remains the leading cause of accidental poisoning in the U.S. Although CO detectors are valuable lifesaving devices, they still require the poisoning victim to take action. And by the time people realize they're being poisoned, they’re usually already too sick. Te ( With new technology, homeown- ers are protected, even against invisible threats. New CO detection technology, however, adds extra protection to prevent these tragic results. By connecting directly to a home’s security system, a device such as Honeywell’s 5800CO wire- less detector sends monitoring stations an alert if CO is detected in the house. The monitoringstations can then alert emergency personnel to respond immediately. The device also notifies the stations if the detector’s battery runs low on power. With this new technology, homeowners can rest easier knowing there’s an extra safety net protecting their families—even against invisible threats.
