If a silent killer entered your home, would you know?

Most people understand the importance of having smoke detectors at home.

But what about carbon monoxide detectors?

Do you have one in your home?

Carbon monoxide is invisible, odorless and colorless. Heating and cooking equipment are potential sources of carbon monoxide leaks.

2 Richland County men recently died from carbon monoxide poisoning. The 400 other residents of Allen Benedict Court Apartments where the men lived were evacuated due to gas leaks.

The Lexington County Fire Service wants to prevent such tragedies here.

Residents can call 803-785-814 to request to have carbon monoxide detectors, smoke detectors and hearing-impaired smoke alarms installed in their homes.

Smoke and carbon monoxide alarms should be tested at least twice a year to make sure they are working properly.

If a detection alarm sounds, move to a fresh air location and call 911 immediately.