As the snow starts piling up, take a moment to walk around your home and clear any vents or meters
By Oreland Volunteer Fire Company
January 25, 2026
Snow-covered furnace, dryer, or water-heater exhausts can force dangerous carbon monoxide back into your house. Gas meters buried in ice puts a lot of pressure on your equipment that can lead to serious issues no one wants to deal with in the middle of winter. A few minutes with a shovel now can prevent a much bigger problem later.
