Does Your Gas Stove Burn Red Or Yellow Instead Of Blue? Back Away Now! – News18
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Research suggests that a change in the colour of a gas stove’s flame could indicate a health hazard. While a blue flame is normal, a red or yellow flame necessitates immediate attention
The change in colour is primarily due to carbon monoxide gas emitted from the stove. (Local18)
Diseases like asthma and headaches have become increasingly common in today’s world, with women affected more than men. Do you know one of the major contributing factors behind such problems is the prolonged exposure to gas stove emissions?
In conversation with Local18, pulmonologist and lung disease specialist Dr Harish Pathak explained that women are experiencing a higher incidence of lung-related illnesses, notably asthma, than in the past and exposure to gas stoves is a significant contributor to this trend.
Research suggests that a change in the colour of a gas stove’s flame could indicate a health hazard. While a blue flame is normal, a red or yellow flame necessitates immediate attention.
This colour change is primarily due to carbon monoxide gas emitted from the stove. A red or yellow flame often signals the presence of this harmful gas, which can directly impact vital organs, including the lungs, leading to conditions like asthma and headaches.
Blocked burner holes, often clogged with dirt, are a common reason behind the flame’s colour change. Fortunately, this issue can often be resolved with simple home remedies such as cleaning the burner with baking soda and a brush.
Mohd. Nadeem, a gas repair technician, stated that prolonged gas stove usage can lead to blocked burner holes, resulting in red or yellow flames and, in some cases, smoke. If home remedies prove ineffective, it is crucial to seek assistance from a professional gas stove repair technician.
