"Your gas stove could be harmful to the environment, not to mention the micro-environment that is your home, especially when the stove isn't functioning properly. One major warning that something isn't quite right with your gas stove is the appearance of orange flames coming out of a burner. If you see these orange flames, you should stop cooking immediately and turn off the burner."
"Blue flames are an indicator that an exact amount of both fuel and oxygen are coming together to create a relatively safe flame. Seeing orange or even yellow present in your blue flame for longer than just a brief flicker is a warning that this precise ratio is off. This is known as incomplete combustion, and it has the potential to increase a buildup of carbon monoxide and even the risk of a house fire."
Orange or yellow flames on a gas stove indicate incomplete combustion caused by an improper fuel-to-oxygen ratio. Incomplete combustion can increase carbon monoxide production and raise the risk of house fire. Blue flames indicate proper combustion with correct fuel and oxygen balance. First responses include stopping cooking, turning off the burner, ensuring burners sit properly and are clean, and checking that shut-off valves and regulators are secure. Persistent orange flames after basic checks require professional inspection and possible repair. Carbon monoxide detectors are recommended because high indoor carbon monoxide levels can cause poisoning and can be fatal.
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