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Man, dog found in car likely died of carbon monoxide poisoning, Arlington police say
Texas –
Officers learned the man was visiting family at the home, but was not allowed to bring his dog inside the house. Family members said the man would normally open the garage door.
Man, dog found in car die by carbon monoxide poisoning: police | Fort Worth Star-Telegram
So That Others Will Know: Patricia & David Ivie’s Story
Story #2 in our CO Experience Project series
On August 23, 2017, they left their home near Fort Worth and traveled to the Texas panhandle region for a family event. They checked into a Best Western in the town of Perryton and settled into Room 217, likely anticipating a normal, routine overnight hotel stay. However, this hotel stay would be far from normal or routine – and, within four months, their stay would cost both of them their lives…
Read the Ivies’ story here…
Generator: 3 children among 6 hospitalized after deadly apartment CO leak
Houston, TX –
“…a power generator was operating overnight inside one of the units. The manager of the apartment complex told ABC13’s Charly Edsitty that the power was out at the complex due to Wednesday’s storms…He also said the units do not have carbon monoxide detectors. They are not required because all of the stoves are electric at the complex.”
Five people taken to hospital after carbon monoxide leak at downtown hotel, SAFD says
Hampton Inn & Suites – San Antonio, TX
No information about source of CO or whether hotel had CO detection installed
“Five people were taken to a hospital after a carbon monoxide leak led to an evacuation of a downtown hotel, according to San Antonio Fire Department.
The incident happened just before noon Friday in the 100 block of Soledad Street, at the Hampton Inn & Suites San Antonio Riverwalk.
Fire officials said five people in the gym were not feeling well and their symptoms aligned with possible carbon monoxide poisoning.
All of them were evacuated outside for fresh air before being taken to a local hospital by EMS.
Two of the gymgoers needed further treatment and three others were taken for evaluation out of precaution, according to SAFD.
A Hazmat crew was called to the scene for air monitoring and they found high levels of carbon monoxide in the building, fire officials said.
SAFD crews worked quickly to evacuate the entire building and get each of the floors ventilated. They’re still working to pinpoint the source of the gas leak that led to the carbon monoxide buildup.”
Five people taken to hospital after carbon monoxide leak at downtown hotel, SAFD says (ksat.com)
“Chief Hood says that they are trying to find the source of the gas leak and believe it may be in the heating area downstairs by the pool.”
Olton ISD tracks carbon monoxide leak to gas dryer
Olton, TX –
Incident #2 this month at Olton ISD – detail in video attached to this news story.
“After a thorough inspection of all possible sources and/or locations for carbon monoxide. it was found that the gas powered dryer in the gym facility was leaking carbon monoxide back into the gym facility. We will be doing the following in response to our findings. First, we will be replacing the gas-powered dryer with an electric dryer. Second, out of an abundance of caution, we will be testing our current carbon monoxide detectors to ensure that they are functioning properly…”
Olton ISD back open for Monday classes; carbon monoxide traced to kitchen
Olton, TX –
“We will continue to have experts conduct air quality and ventilation monitoring to ensure that the kitchen and all District facilities are safe. Additionally, we have begun installing Carbon Monoxide and/or Carbon Dioxide detectors throughout the District. Finally, in order to exercise the utmost care, some of the older heating equipment in the district will be removed and possibly replaced.”
Smith County employees taken to hospital for carbon monoxide poisoning
Tyler, TX –
“At approximately 8:30 am two employees were overcome by carbon monoxide gas inside of the jail. Tyler Fire Department determined that the carbon monoxide came from a boiler at the jail…”
Carbon monoxide leak sickens 15 people, prompts evacuation at Hotel Emma at the Pearl
San Antonio, TX –
“A suspected carbon monoxide leak on Wednesday led to 15 people being taken to a hospital and the evacuation of Hotel Emma, San Antonio Fire Department officials said.
SAFD officials responded to the historic hotel at the Pearl around 11 a.m. for a report of a sick person complaining of nausea and headache. Upon arrival, several more people at the hotel complained of the same symptoms.
Most of the victims were hotel staff members and no life-threatening illnesses were reported, SAFD said.
The leak appeared to be isolated to one or two floors, SAFD said.
Hotel marketing officials said it could take several hours to reopen the hotel because crews need to find the source of the leak and repair it.
The Pearl sent the following statement in regards to the incident:
The safety and experience of our associates and guests is our top priority. Out of an abundance of caution, Hotel Emma has been safely evacuated and we are watching the situation closely. We are supporting SAFD’s evacuation efforts and keeping the area clear while they conduct their investigation. Southerleigh, which was also evacuated, will reopen at 4 p.m. this afternoon. The rest of Pearl’s properties have not been impacted and remain open.
The hotel sent a statement at 6 p.m. saying the hotel will not reopen Wednesday night:
In an abundance of caution, Hotel Emma has relocated our guests and staff for the evening and shut down the hotel for the night. We will continue to monitor the situation alongside the SAFD and test again in the morning. We thank the SAFD for their quick response and support. As always, the safety and comfort of our guests and staff remains our top priority.”
Carbon monoxide leak sickens 15 people, prompts evacuation at Hotel Emma at the Pearl (ksat.com)
Hotel Emma employees taken to hospitals with signs of carbon monoxide poisoning
https://www.tpr.org/news/2023-01-11/hotel-emma-evacuated-after-gas-leak-sickens-guests-and-workers
Editorial: Hotel Emma’s close call sounds alarm for carbon monoxide detectors
Cafeteria worker transported to hospital after faulty pizza oven causes gas leak scare at Santa Fe High
“…an incident with a pizza oven that has a faulty burner and a worker was overcome by (carbon monoxide) fumes.”
Houston firefighter reprimanded after a mother, daughter die of carbon monoxide poisoning
A followup story on the incident response to a family of 4 suffering CO poisoning in their home during last year’s ice storm in Texas…
“‘…this isn’t about an individual — it’s about a systemwide practice…if you’ve discovered this incident, and it probably isn’t the only one that they have, what are you going to do to prevent it from happening in the future?’”
75 dogs die in pet resort fire in Texas
“It’s hard to accept the fact that we showed up in such a quick fashion, yet we were unable to save even one life in this building,” Georgetown Fire Chief John Sullivan said…Officials believe the dogs likely died due to smoke inhalation. Hardt wishes the pet resort had a sprinkler and carbon monoxide system in place that could have possibly saved the dogs lives.”
75 dogs die in pet resort fire in Texas (wcax.com)
Skip the Headache: If Employee Needs Ambulance, Call One
“Imagine suffering from carbon monoxide poisoning, reporting it, and then being fired for seeking medical attention. Toxic work environment? The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) says yes.”
Skip the Headache: If Employee Needs Ambulance, Call One – EHS Daily Advisor (blr.com)
US DOL Files Lawsuit Alleging Texas Hotel Operator Illegally Fired Worker Who Sought Medical Care for Carbon Monoxide Exposure
Houston, TX – “In January 2019, a worker at a Holiday Inn Express & Suites hotel in Waller alerted their employer that exposure to carbon monoxide made them ill and asked the employer to call an ambulance. In addition to refusing the worker’s request, the employer allegedly threatened to terminate the employee. After going to the hospital, the worker was terminated.”
NFPA Journal: General Negligence
“A new Fire Protection Research Foundation report highlights the nation’s enduring CO problem”
https://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/nfpa/journal_2021spring/index.php?startid=20#/p/20
CO Detection: What It Is and Why We Need It
Gas leak suspected at east Austin elementary school
“Texas Gas Service said the carbon monoxide monitors in the area also went off”!! 
https://www.kxan.com/news/local/austin/gas-leak-at-east-austin-elementary-school-friday-aisd-tells-students-to-stay-home/?fbclid=IwAR1mll2QMAEUqbO6kc4fxMBn1yEXknuKglv_RsyNBtqoYwnl9pDRPuCIK9Q
At least 3 dead of suspected carbon monoxide poisoning at Port Arthur business
Texas –
“…it happened at Bida Vinh pool hall, 720 9th Avenue…preliminary information indicates several people needed a place to stay and they were staying inside the business. A generator had been placed outside.”
Comfort Suites in Lubbock evacuated for CO exposure
https://www.everythinglubbock.com/news/local-news/lfr-evacuates-west-lubbock-hotel-after-reports-of-carbon-monoxide-exposure/?fbclid=IwAR3JS0nrCR4QckUSGhKbA5YGf4TvYPAbgtGoN21Hq9PlHHNKnSowbO7CToY
10 people taken to hospital for CO exposure after using propane grill inside church building
Dallas, TX – CO alarms provide an immediate alert when someone makes a life threatening mistake, like using a grill indoors. Hopefully these people are all okay and have no long term effects.
https://dfw.cbslocal.com/2019/11/13/10-hospitalized-carbon-monoxide-exposure-propane-grill-church/
More than a dozen people treated after CO leak at nail salon
CO leak at a Fort Worth, TX, shopping center… https://www.nbcdfw.com/news/local/20-People-Being-Treated-After-Carbon-Monoxide-Exposure-504777212.html
