Winter Heating Practices Raise Carbon Monoxide Concerns in Morocco

Among them, the "majmar", a traditional brazier prized by some Moroccan families to fight the cold, raises concerns. Its use indoors, especially in poorly ventilated spaces, can be fatal. The culprit is the charcoal used as fuel, often responsible for carbon monoxide poisoning.

This is not the only danger. Gas heating appliances, very present in regions with harsh winters like Ifrane and its surroundings, also pose significant risks, according to Rue20. The use of charcoal, or charcoal (Fakhr), can lead to carbon monoxide poisoning, according to experts, in case of misuse.

This "silent killer", as it is sometimes called, is all the more formidable as it is undetectable. Colorless and odorless, it does not irritate the throat or respiratory tract upon inhalation, which often delays the realization of the danger. To protect against this risk, it is crucial to avoid the use of charcoal in enclosed and poorly ventilated places, where oxygen is lacking.