Are Gas Appliances Safe

In fact, we assert natural gas is safe to use for a range of household appliances. … “Gas stoves… can be sources of pollutants called combustion products, which can include carbon monoxide, nitrogen dioxide, and particles,” the EPA said in an emailed response.

Are gas appliances dangerous?

Natural gas and propane stoves can release carbon monoxide, formaldehyde and other harmful pollutants into the air, which can be toxic to people and pets. Using a wood stove or fireplace to cook can result in high levels of indoor air pollution from wood smoke.

Is it safe to have a gas stove?

There are some health risks associated with gas cooking, but unless you already have asthma, the danger likely isn’t unique to using gas. … But that’s a much smaller concern with modern burner designs, and evidence suggests it’s not a long-term health risk anyway—you recover from CO poisoning once the exposure stops.