People are generally aware that a musty and damp smell may indicate mold, which is never a good thing to be around. However, there are other odors that we may not know could put us in grave danger.
Recently, a few people on Reddit provided insight into what these smells are. A lot of these are not what you would expect, especially since they resemble the scent of something completely harmless, like a fruit.
Feel free to research these for validation, but the responses on this list are worth noting nonetheless.
#41
Kidney failure in people has a distinct smell, possibly when combined with diabetes. Sickly sweet, but also stale urine.
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13points
#43
Any abrupt change in the prevailing scents may indicate that something new is burning. Such as your pants. Ask me how I know.
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12points
#44
Ammonia. A warehouse across from where I worked purged their massive tanks "accidentally". We all almost [passed]. Good times.
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11points
#45
Skunk. Emotionally draining and ever present. I’m biased because I’m currently dealing with skunks mating and spraying in the basement without any help from the landlord, of course. Yes, I appreciate the irony of my username right now.
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11points
#46
Anytime I suddenly feel dizzy or nauseous around a heater or generator and smell nothing at all, I’m thinking carbon monoxide and getting outside immediately to check what’s wrong.
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9points
#47
Anytime the basement smells heavy and musty all the time, I’m thinking mold and long-term health issues.
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9points
#50
Not sure if the brand is known around the globe, but if you smell Maggi (liquid seasoning for soups) in the forest, you should watch out for wild boars (they smell like it, especially in groups or when marking territory).
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8points
#51
That sharp electrical burning smell - like hot plastic or fried wiring. The second you catch that, something is not okay.
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8points
#55
The smell of lovage in the woods > wild boars are nearby and they can be very angry.
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7points
#56
Certain after-shaves worn by skeevy older guys in red hats. And also that cloying blend of “lilac and Ugh” by their wives. The smell of natural animal decomposition is more pleasant than the aforementioned decay of these soulless ghouls.
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7points
#57
Love Spell.
hexensabbat:
This is my toxic sister's all time favorite scent, so yes I agree.
hexensabbat:
This is my toxic sister's all time favorite scent, so yes I agree.
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5points