CO Poisoning: Boat Exhaust

Blocked Exhaust Outlets can cause carbon monoxide to accumulate in the cabin and cockpit area.

Carbon monoxide poisoning—blocked exhaust outlets

Another Vessel’s Exhaust that is alongside your boat can emit carbon monoxide into the cabin and cockpit of your vessel. Your vessel should be at least 20 feet from a vessel that is running a generator or engine.

Carbon monoxide poisoning—another boat’s exhaust

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