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Portable Generator Safety: Take It Outside™
https://youtu.be/3ckhP3V8DAA
Honda Power Equipment Launches CO-MINDER™ Advanced Carbon Monoxide Detection System Across Entire Generator Lineup
https://www.globenewswire.com/news-release/2020/07/21/2064917/0/en/Honda-Power-Equipment-Launches-CO-MINDER-Advanced-Carbon-Monoxide-Detection-System-Across-Entire-Generator-Lineup.html?fbclid=IwAR09kxuDrfc9N4An6DFrIo9HzJq8Qqe9XY_GELQYJzTQicvAgP39I2xYQVI#.Xxc5mI_Gi1E.facebook
WKYT Investigates | The deadly cost of convenience
“New technology has led to quieter engines and keyless ignitions in cars. But at what cost? The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration proposed a rule in 2011 to address carbon monoxide concerns stemming from keyless cars running unintentionally. It went nowhere. Instead, a page on NHTSA’s website warns about leaving keyless cars running without the fob inside. A […]
Lewisville police believe young couple died from carbon monoxide poisoning
“…the car, a Ford Mustang, was running with the air conditioner on, and the garage door was closed when the bodies were discovered.” https://starlocalmedia.com/lewisvilleleader/news/lewisville-police-believe-young-couple-died-from-carbon-monoxide-poisoning/article_15b9eb6e-c5f2-11ea-871f-dff544359dfb.html?utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook&utm_campaign=user-share&fbclid=IwAR1CfNovImJm881ZMUd8lVIh5gwbQDsNMWWNm_4ZddD0zoL-z49vVuKTUMk
Nonin Medical Announces FDA Clearance of the CO-Pilot Wireless Handheld Multi-Parameter System
“CO-Pilot can assist in the clinical assessment of carbon monoxide poisoning allowing first responders to make treatment decisions at the scene or on the way to a hospital.“ https://www.jems.com/2020/07/08/nonin-medical-announces-fda-clearance-of-the-co-pilot-wireless-handheld-multi-parameter-system/?fbclid=IwAR1MLCZetkIb17cLv0Gi4EsThdcvGZDKBfFw6ofd76SlsyFSvhEwzp0zoJ4
Cabin owner warns about ‘silent killer’ after carbon monoxide close call
“He managed to get me to the kitchen, which was only like 10 feet away from the bed, he put me on a chair and I remember seeing him on the floor … nothing seemed real.” https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/newfoundland-labrador/carbon-monoxide-placentia-bay-cabin-1.5645169?__vfz=medium%3Dsharebar&fbclid=IwAR0sqZc6ETy5J0KGPMjvjDHmAnelo0W2QjyiKQdXQiI818K6ENhfIcwOiGE
Today is the birthday of Claude Bernard
Today is the birthday of Claude Bernard (Jul 12, 1813 – Feb 10, 1878), a French scientistwho was the first to publish an accurate description of the physiology of carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning: https://www.coheadquarters.com/coBernard1.htm https://www.britannica.com/biography/Claude-Bernard/images-videos
Army Corps of Engineers reports an increase in adult drowning at its lake and river projects this summer
DYK carbon monoxide can kill you out in open water? “…it floats on the water’s surface and one breath if you’re in the water with it can be deadly.“ https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/army-corps-of-engineers-reports-an-increase-in-adult-drowning-at-its-lake-and-river-projects-this-summer-301091179.html
We’ve added a new page: Hotel CO Incident Data
We’ve added a new page to our website with data, links and resources related to carbon monoxide poisoning in U.S. hotels. It’s the travel season – be aware of CO and pack an alarm when you go. Hotels/Motels
Inspection of exhaust systems and engine firewalls: are they carbon monoxide safe? Safety Advisory Notice
“The primary mechanism for the prevention of carbon monoxide exposure to aircraft occupants is to carry out regular inspections of piston-engine exhaust systems to identify and repair holes and cracks, and to detect breaches in the firewall between the engine compartment and the cabin.” https://www.atsb.gov.au/publications/safety-advisory-notice/ao-2017-118-san-001/
Are you protected from CO poisoning in an airplane? Safety Advisory Notice
Carbon monoxide detectors provide warning to aircraft occupants of the presence of CO levels in the cabin that are above safe concentrations. https://www.atsb.gov.au/publications/safety-advisory-notice/ao-2017-118-san-002/?fbclid=IwAR1IHjUuevFDmY24m-ZyceYP_PW3_ycyArV_zfyuP67s3L4i6fP8pmATLHI#.Xv8_2EcB0Lo.facebook
Five hospitalized following carbon monoxide incident at Mount Horeb day care center
MOUNT HOREB, Wisconsin – Officials said construction workers were using a propane powered floor machine on the gym floor.
Sydney Seaplanes crash: Carbon monoxide poisoning blamed for 2017 fatalities
Sydney, Australia – “The ATSB considers the levels of carbon monoxide were likely to have adversely affected the pilot’s ability to control the aircraft…” https://www.news.com.au/travel/travel-updates/health-safety/sydney-seaplanes-crash-carbon-monoxide-poisoning-blamed-for-2017-fatalities/news-story/f5f0f6ab476a887b6c9ecc93eab2e4f2?fbclid=IwAR0if_G_afaKD8tjs0cRXQrGaIWQTJ6A0vqoE_MltDMGzhenB8-halKh_NA#.h8lqc
Officials: overloading caused CO poisoning of 16 on boat
More information on this poisoning incident in Long Island, NY – “…the leak occurred when the boat was operated at a high bow angle, with a heavy load of passengers and with the canvas up, reducing the amount of natural ventilation — commonly known as backdrafting or the “station wagon effect”… It was also not […]
16 people sickened with CO poisoning on boat
Port Jefferson, NY – https://abc7ny.com/16-people-sickened-with-carbon-monoxide-poisoning-on-boat-ride/6279409/?fbclid=IwAR2or-sssdxCqV-oB6VbHdJvTaziYF134_79YoWrgdA2zX0HyDtbzsi3kag
Remembering Patrick and Kelly Boughter ❤️ 6.27.2006
These are the sweet faces of the Boughter family: Yvonne and Patrick and their daughters Kelly and Morgan. On this weekend 14 years ago, they checked into a hotel in Ocean City, Maryland. After spending a day enjoying rides on the Boardwalk, they were looking forward to relaxing in their room and watching a movie […]
Doctor warns people of CO poisoning from boating
Another good reason to wear a life jacket…and don’t forget your CO alarm if you’re on a boat that has an enclosed space 👍 https://www.wibw.com/content/news/Carbon-monoxide-poisoning-from-boating-571449701.html?fbclid=IwAR32GJenoU1FjhyA3m70qUBdfiCP4VVXnEFlFPpLWJ8tAeDJYHzK68b7uIs
Infographic: All you need to know about CO
https://visual.ly/community/Infographics/health/all-you-need-know-about-carbon-monoxide-silent-killer
Lost lives by generator, motel & asthma make CO & pollution villainous
Residential boilers recalled due to carbon monoxide poisoning after injuries reported
https://www.kalb.com/2020/06/19/residential-boilers-recalled-due-to-carbon-monoxide-poisoning-after-injuries-reported/?fbclid=IwAR39PsNcOuWvSTTYmJNUtJNb2du-6nXzv2vc6Ky1R9s3X44MBwc6HjWh5fY
Quick-thinking 8-year-old girl warns residents of apartment fire
“Addilyn said she learned about fire safety from her grandfather, who was a firefighter.” https://www.kenoshanews.com/news/local/quick-thinking-8-year-old-girl-warns-residents-of-apartment-fire/article_6018c3fa-93e4-523a-90ba-130fe51facad.html?utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook&utm_campaign=user-share&fbclid=IwAR2nmTnJTzoVmGTmYd6mt65l_JIk80P7uDwVLIVrvSpaFJTxw3SfD62NMEY
Two taken to hospital for carbon monoxide poisoning in Beaverton
Beaverton, OR – “One patient was unconscious, unable to move on his own and one patient basically staggered outside with the help of Beaverton (police)…the call initially came in as a cardiac arrest.“ What’s in the air you’re breathing at work? https://pamplinmedia.com/pt/469703-380208-two-taken-to-the-hospital-in-suspected-carbon-monoxide-poisoning-incident-?wallit_nosession=1&fbclid=IwAR2fREwiylqaoKjVCXmvYbENicpm0-bW52Njz4zhZE8GgZDA8H7b_GX4Q8s
Off-duty Chicago police officer dies, woman critical after carbon monoxide leak in Albany Park home
“The police (said) he had been two plus hours late to pick up his son up so they did a check…(a neighbor) was working from home when she heard noise from a carbon monoxide detector that went off in one of the units of the home.” This is concerning…why did the CO detector not alert […]
Fire department credits working CO alarms for saving the lives of a Perth County family
A story with a happy ending thanks to CO alarms…source of CO was a gas powered wood-splitter being operated too close to the home. The West Perth and Perth East fire departments are reminding residents that carbon monoxide detectors save lives after a Perth East family narrowly escaped a potentially deadly situation last week. https://www.stratfordbeaconherald.com/news/local-news/fire-department-credits-working-co-alarms-for-saving-the-lives-of-a-perth-county-family
Police rescue unconscious children from Bluffton home after toxic carbon monoxide leak
Bluffton, SC – “…firefighters determined that a portable generator running outside a window air-conditioner unit allowed the poisonous gas to spread through the home quickly.“ Remember to always operate generators at least 20 feet away from all living spaces, and install CO alarms on every level of your home and near all sleeping areas. https://www.islandpacket.com/news/local/crime/article243374576.html?fbclid=IwAR1wr8kRlNWqE5dhAnqN6mT2xAmqpUpzhpXcf8lv6M6unPBccr-J3RI_amo
Remembering Jeffrey Williams and thinking of his mom, Jeannie ❤️ 6.8.2013
Always in our hearts… Seven years ago today, 11-year-old Jeffrey and his mom, Jeannie, were poisoned by CO in a hotel room in Boone, NC…the same room where Daryl and Shirley Jenkins had died seven weeks earlier, on 4.16.2013. Jeffrey died. Jeannie survived but with permanent injury to her brain. You can read more about […]
CO Safety Association (COSA)
Sharing this link to COSA…a great resource for anyone working in the HVACR industry and/or if you are just looking to learn more about testing and monitoring of CO https://cosafety.blogspot.com/?fbclid=IwAR32Rde0QkiqCCn5uryJQu3hdkPy3kYQQ6R6oY70StPqgJWHxL4tkr7tnic
85-year-old geologist and artist has his offbeat off-the-grid lifestyle down to a science
Seattle, WA – “Today’s interview is happening courtesy of his carbon monoxide detector, which went off the night before when a pipe came loose from the wood-burning stove that heats the completely off-the-grid home.” https://www.seattletimes.com/pacific-nw-magazine/from-his-rustic-cabin-85-year-old-geologist-and-artist-jack-holden-has-his-offbeat-off-the-grid-lifestyle-down-to-a-science/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=article_inset_1.1&fbclid=IwAR0jwzsSklKG2qWHRdKnH8IfdFPyLBn15k8ZEWK7ckp_g6otJHIlfD2eITs
The dangers of carbon monoxide poisoning while camping
The dangers of carbon monoxide poisoning while camping
Man credits city smoke/CO detector program with saving his, wife’s life
Bristol, CT – “While talking to firefighters, Evangelisti was told not to worry about opening windows in his home or anything else. He was told not to spend another moment inside, and to get his wife and get outside immediately. Firefighters would figure out if there was an issue…” http://www.bristolpress.com/BP-Bristol+News/372825/bristol-man-credits-city-smoke-carbon-monoxide-detector-program-with-saving-his-wifes-life?fbclid=IwAR30ltZXcHtTkbptAzpKHSUajs417Dgl_ut82Q8fHcbuQXuoKKLjOvmXgOo#.XtBWXSWnj8s.facebook
Family rescued from lethal levels of CO
Harrisonburg, VA – “When crews arrived, they found at least two family members unconscious…family included three young children…crews investigated the home and found lethal levels of carbon monoxide: over 1,000 parts per pillion (ppm) inside…amount above 35 ppm is considered harmful…the home did not have any functioning carbon monoxide alarms” Protect your family with CO […]
Fire Dept. asking families to conduct fire drills at home during pandemic
Plympton, MA – “When the carbon monoxide detectors went off in Jackson Randall’s house last month, the 7-year-old knew exactly what to do. “I went to my meeting place and I got out of the house,” Jackson said. Jackson learned about fire safety plans at Dennett Elementary, then had his family implement their own escape […]
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
‘Conception’ Coroner Reports Reveal Victims’ Attempt to Escape
‘Conception’ Coroner Reports Reveal Victims’ Attempt to Escape
Family members poisoned by CO in a garage, one becoming critically ill
Mesa, AZ – “Two family members were inside a garage hanging out while a car was running Saturday night and experienced carbon monoxide poisoning, one of them becoming critically ill…” Hoping these people are going to be okay. Severe CO poisoning can happen quickly…an important reminder to never run your car inside your garage (even […]
Ford Explorer CO lawsuit dismissed
“A Ford Explorer carbon monoxide lawsuit has been dismissed after Washington police officers failed to convince the judge that multiple medical conditions were all caused by carbon monoxide poisoning.” https://www.carcomplaints.com/news/2020/ford-explorer-carbon-monoxide-lawsuit-dismissed.shtml?fbclid=IwAR1asPJVVDDBU5CXk-c9nTY01D19f6eec02370L-fPmRa4g2FUHd5-Xz51I
VT hotel evacuates due to fumes
Quality Inn, Rutland, VT – “…and the portion of the building where the rooms were located measured at 300 ppm…the building had 64 rooms, most or all of which were occupied by multiple people…vulnerable population and also apparently some essential workers…” Source of CO listed as a gas powered power washer. https://www.rutlandherald.com/news/local/hotel-evacuates-due-to-fumes/article_328aff49-e060-59d8-93ca-f877dc23c81c.html?utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook&utm_campaign=user-share&fbclid=IwAR2GvzyGgIdv7R1LhCqH8bVP4afkZMgBmzFbc6KC9Rg48T_bTBdrCrA6Ucs
The Conception Fire: Solving the Puzzle
The Conception Fire: Solving the Puzzle
Couple files class-action suit against Boulder Hyatt over 2018 carbon-monoxide leak
Couple files class-action suit against Boulder Hyatt over 2018 carbon-monoxide leak
ON THIS DAY: May 10, 1924, Liberty Tunnels fill with deadly fumes, 33 people overcome
PITTSBURGH, Pa. — “When the Liberty Tunnels opened on March 23, 1924, they marked the beginning of a transformation that would define the South Hills. Heralded as an engineering marvel, they had a potentially fatal flaw that would be revealed just two months later.” https://www.wpxi.com/archive/this-day-may-10-1924-liberty-tunnels-fill-with-deadly-fumes-33-people-overcome/UQTVOF43GRFE3C32KR4P3DQ6SM/?fbclid=IwAR2kSzjFmShQQ9VwhlxCBoR-c7pETE9-n-yXq1wKJXDnHrPQeYkOalr4ajM
Man dies of carbon monoxide poisoning after working on furnace in Des Moines garage
Des Moines, IA – “Two men were working on a car in a garage…Earlier, they fixed an issue with a gas furnace in the garage…one man was later treated at hospital for carbon monoxide poisoning, firefighters found the other man dead in the garage…If you’re going to do any work on an HVAC system, make […]
Boating Safety Friday
#BoatingSafetyFriday: Carbon monoxide can accumulate anywhere in or around your boat. Every boater should be aware of the risks associated with carbon monoxide to protect everyone aboard. CO can accumulate in inadequately ventilated canvas enclosures, blocked exhaust outlets, and at slow speeds, while idling, or stopped. Learn more: https://www.uscgboating.org/assets/1/AssetManager/CO-Brochure-2015.pdf Stay safe!
Carbon monoxide scare as Waterford firefighters find terrifying boiler blockage
“…It was then found that a poor unfortunate bird had made a nest for itself in the heating boiler’s flue which caused all the fumes from the boiler to back up and inhibit the boiler from working properly, causing the extreme CO build-up…luckily they had a CO detector which alerted them to the levels” What’s […]
Remembering Daryl & Shirley Jenkins ❤️ 4.16.2013
Sharing this sweet photo of of the namesakes of this Foundation, Daryl and Shirley Jenkins, back when they were high school sweethearts in the 1950s. Seven years ago today they both lost their lives to carbon monoxide poisoning in a hotel room while they were on vacation. This year they would have celebrated their 80th […]
OH family safe after CO emergency
“… reluctant to go to the hospital because of the COVID-19 virus outbreak, but four of the six family members were transported to the hospital (due to CO poisoning).” “We thought we had dual alarms installed — a combination of smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors. That was not the case our detectors were only […]
Ballpark built in memory of two boys who died of CO poisoning on houseboat
Remarkable story about what one family and their carbon monoxide awareness foundation have accomplished after losing their two young sons to CO poisoning while vacationing on a houseboat in 2000. The detail of the poisoning incident is posted on their website https://doubleangel.org/the-last-swim/ Heartbreaking read…lifesaving information ❤️ Double Angel Ballpark, built in memory of two brothers, stands as […]
Carbon monoxide detector prevents tragedy
“…a 10-year-old CO detector, buried under stuff on the kitchen table, was the difference between life and death.” Carbon monoxide detector prevents tragedy
What Does Shortness of Breath Feel Like? Doctors Explain This Coronavirus Symptom
“Shortness of breath can be caused by a number of things, according to the American Lung Association…when shortness of breath comes on quickly, it can signal emergency situations like carbon monoxide poisoning” How to KNOW if your symptoms are due to CO? Have CO alarms on every level of your home and near every sleeping […]
Earthquake damage reports keep flowing in…Salt Lake Valley
“Building owners should be especially concerned about brick chimneys…Inspect the chimneys for loose bricks. If the chimney provides ventilation for a fireplace or appliances such as furnaces or water heaters, make sure it still vents…also encourage building owners to ensure they have a working carbon monoxide detector.” https://www.sltrib.com/news/politics/2020/03/23/aftershocks-spur-plea/?fbclid=IwAR0LVhV-QNCjivg7sJFMFvDhE-2HdF5gZYvWHquVcHkZk6syD5IJINxRXG4
Utah recovering, assessing damage after 5.7 magnitude earthquake
“A major issue right now is that some masonry chimneys might have shifted. If a masonry chimney provides ventilation to someone’s home, it might have damage that’s not clearly visible — and carbon monoxide from the home might not exit properly.” https://www.ksl.com/article/46733067/magna-recovering-assessing-damage-after-57-magnitude-earthquake?fbclid=IwAR38qnK7NFrtsYyYJXmrtYxVeTONdKLmZT2i8ecyhhOgBXSmh66_CZ1oo7s
U.S. Rep. Angie Craig Introduces Life-Saving Legislation After Constituents Suffer Near-Fatal CO Poisoning in Hotel
“Today, U.S. Rep. Angie Craig introduced the Safe Stay Act, which would require the installation of carbon monoxide detectors in each hotel and motel room across the country. This legislation comes after learning that two of her second district constituents were hospitalized with serious illnesses due to near-fatal carbon monoxide levels in their Michigan hotel […]
Michigan hotel CO poisoning prompts federal action
“Last year, a Lakeville woman and her son were hospitalized after they were nearly killed by carbon monoxide they breathed in at a Michigan hotel. Seven months later, Leslie Lienemann is still recovering from the acute carbon monoxide poisoning she experienced, and she wants to make sure no one else goes through what she has.” […]
Concerns arise over older Police cars
Springfield, IL – https://newschannel20.com/news/local/concerns-arise-over-older-springfield-police-cars?fbclid=IwAR3vVpWzOEscXSN0Goedq3GGJ_C1zLHVcf6vZ5IONESuzEM2aiZn_1fFrfA
Hundreds were evacuated in Durham. Why HUD still doesn’t require carbon monoxide detectors
“Public housing units across the country are still not required by the federal government to have carbon monoxide detectors, more than a year after two people died in South Carolina and after recent evacuations of hundreds of families from a Durham public housing complex.” https://www.heraldsun.com/news/local/counties/durham-county/article240885766.html?fbclid=IwAR0WCF2GxtsgZUKJIsZ-KEoAeCmkE0n3yUjHqAn9gFkc6JL_CTAM4A6KMfM
Time to spring forward and check your CO alarms
Happy Spring Forward weekend! The time change is a great reminder to replace the batteries in both your CO and smoke alarms. Some other important things to check: 1. If your CO alarm has a manufacturing date of 2013 or earlier, it’s time to toss it out and get a new one (smoke alarms have […]
Family says new carbon monoxide detector failed to work amid leak
“I’m hoping maybe after this story…someone takes that extra time – that extra five minutes, 60 seconds – to just test their detector,” Kevin explained. “There’s probably somebody out there whose detector’s not going to work.” https://www.wndu.com/content/news/Osceola-family-reports-new-carbon-monoxide-detector-failed-to-work-amid-leak-568504031.html?fbclid=IwAR2B2wGY7Rmp4bOCOAIrEPqsTjChBcRq-TVLt33cCUDWMrxf_HIeVkh5jeM
ALENE AND ARCHIE SILVRANTS: BURNING EYES AN EARLY WARNING SIGN THAT CO WAS POISONING THEIR HOME
Grant, NE – https://www.granttribune.com/local/alene-and-archie-silvrants-burning-eyes-early-warning-sign-carbon-monoxide-was-poisoning-their?fbclid=IwAR2kRj64W8fj_vHTjtCVqnsDc3PBxClYCJ2OWwCsJfKhSBELT9swYBpv4vI#.XmEHF94Z5yU.facebook
CO leaked for hours at a Virginia Beach day care. Parents were shocked that detectors aren’t required
“One of the teacher’s husbands brought a carbon monoxide detector a few hours later to test, and when it was plugged in, the alarm went off immediately.” https://www.heraldmailmedia.com/news/nation/carbon-monoxide-leaked-for-hours-at-a-virginia-beach-day/article_898a90aa-1648-5ee7-847d-80d8bc73e380.html?utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook&utm_campaign=user-share&fbclid=IwAR0jsd323zmrGUZJPQqHgcZMkzJNtMtVTj9yb5-9PnvFOReueXcJwuGnnsE
Rick Mast – CO Poisoning in NASCAR
Coroner’s office releases death causes for victims of Alpine Motel fire in Las Vegas
“Four of the (six) victims died of acute carbon monoxide toxicity, the coroner’s office said.” 🔥Did you know…”CO poisoning is the major contributing cause of death in fire victims.” (https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK430740/#!po=4.54545) https://www.fox5vegas.com/news/crime/coroner-s-office-releases-death-causes-for-victims-of-alpine/article_8b44ec3c-58db-11ea-bf74-773ee5a4eaa1.html?utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook&utm_campaign=user-share&fbclid=IwAR3W6KGEKVM17Nb26n68RdJ-lWaMR_PMqztw8qRX6ngUR5hhAudFCw3PvjU
Thousands in Military Community Poisoned by Carbon Monoxide over a Decade, Study Finds
“Around 6,400 troops and their family members were poisoned by carbon monoxide in the past decade, a military health study has found. Some 24 service members died from breathing the colorless, tasteless, odorless and deadly gas.” https://www.military.com/daily-news/2020/02/25/thousands-military-community-poisoned-carbon-monoxide-over-decade-study-finds.html?fbclid=IwAR1nKXtPmWpF9riIdsNsxSQsMh7PQ_BM-60AQ0jdbhHS5DRWKn0kAAXhrPw
911 and county commission sued over carbon monoxide calls
Kingwood, WV – https://www.wvnews.com/prestoncountynews/news/and-county-commission-sued-over-carbon-monoxide-calls/article_6d65d917-6cb1-5014-b9a2-ba5f4849acf1.html?utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook&utm_campaign=user-share&fbclid=IwAR0nSzOGtId3kzNapbaXbTGrSO31tR1NLCUDTJuBBHUBrBv5rjJUOwqdIw8
Two contractors overcome by carbon monoxide at Maine construction site
“The fire chief said the men were using a gas powered trowel to smooth the basement floor…” https://www.wmtw.com/article/two-contractors-overcome-by-carbon-monoxide-at-north-yarmouth-maine-construction-site/30999029?fbclid=IwAR3Ur38osyue_CV7Qy5A5rTvX23q7-IJV2YqNXS0plIs2TUXVQyWDg-4soQ
Consumer Reports tests portable generators with automatic CO shutoff
https://www.wmtw.com/article/consumer-reports-tests-portable-generators-with-automatic-co-shutoff/31038458?fbclid=IwAR1AgCtJppE-iGSk2_dKqHVs_b7T_jk9I2GsHDb5bV77sO7-LPmykVGYTv4
CO Can Get You Anywhere! (awareness video)
Video produced by the Katie Haines Memorial Trust (UK)
2 guests poisoned by CO at Chicago hotel
Waldorf Astoria hotel, Chicago, IL https://www.nbcchicago.com/top-videos-home/nbc-5-responds-victims-of-carbon-monoxide-illnesses-call-on-hotels-motels-to-step-up-safety-procedures/2223184/
Wake Up! Buy a CO Alarm! (awareness video)
Video produced by the Katie Haines Memorial Trust (UK)
Gloucester, MA, installing carbon monoxide detectors in schools
“Here we are taking a lead on putting CO detectors in our schools when we don’t have to and showing that we take the safety of our kids seriously.” https://www.gloucestertimes.com/news/local_news/gloucester-installing-carbon-monoxide-detectors-in-schools/article_930f35fc-e936-5fb8-a1ac-e47fd8c4c089.html?fbclid=IwAR3FTsp7vyuGRokbXcB6gzGKrfMtcHgIaMmw5AERQtSd7DuKP0CYyqF8cpI
Cause for Alarm (awareness video)
Great awareness video by the Katie Haines Memorial Trust (UK). Stats may vary between countries, but CO poses the same danger no matter where you live (or travel).
4 people found dead in tent at homeless camp
Stanton, Delaware – “They were in a tent equipped with a propane heater.” https://www.delawareonline.com/story/news/2020/02/18/large-police-presence-along-route-7-stanton/4798286002/?fbclid=IwAR0KuKfXNocgcw93hiwoeFofeHQMyRFTDQTtWx9W-_N9YXDTjXwhFVAn3rg
Sounding the Alarm – Dangers of CO (awareness video)
Video produced by the Katie Haines Memorial Trust (UK)
Remembering Katie Haines
Sharing this message and video by the Katie Haines Memorial Trust (UK) in memory of Katie Haines who tragically lost her life to CO poisoning 10 years ago this week. Since then her family has worked diligently to spread awareness about the dangers of CO in the UK and when traveling. On 18th February 2010 […]
Pregnant woman rushed to hospital following carbon monoxide leak in Albuquerque apartment
https://www.krqe.com/news/albuquerque-metro/pregnant-woman-rushed-to-hospital-following-carbon-monoxide-leak-in-albuquerque-apartment/?fbclid=IwAR0ZTflAb-GrCM65HMgP2yEn_3aZgcF4rX6UsBjP9nSzkbLBKuYFGEgmU8A
Hotel CO Incident Data – Interactive Map
https://remrisk.com/resources/carbon-monoxide-hotels/
CO poisoning sends 3 to hospital in Kent, WA
“Three people were hospitalized Wednesday after they were exposed to carbon monoxide fumes from a malfunctioning furnace…” https://komonews.com/news/local/carbon-monoxide-poisoning-sends-3-to-hospital-in-kent?fbclid=IwAR2x8HslUr3sMkBD8a8qXeCYpTFSHHMfZjyVtYKlusiJr-imO1wCdw-2G8A
‘He was the alarm’: Dog alerts family to carbon monoxide leak in their home
https://www.wyff4.com/article/dog-helps-family-detect-carbon-monoxide-leak/30832364?fbclid=IwAR3OCPFdUe1Z7V38-bWJI0glPfRNcHVo_MPdye6lsHX5MnFCEAlI9bYp1f4
Remembering Walt and Molly Weber ❤️ 2.10.1995
This is Walt and Molly Weber. On this weekend 25 years ago they headed off to a lodge in Mammoth, CA, for a weekend of fun and skiing. They arrived late in the evening and, looking forward to hitting the slopes early the next morning, requested a wake-up call and crawled into bed. Little did […]
Five people taken to hospital after suspected CO poisoning at Helena hotel
Jorgenson’s Inn & Suites, Helena, MT – https://www.ktvh.com/about-us/news-team/five-people-taken-to-hospital-after-suspected-co-poisoning-at-helena-hotel?fbclid=IwAR3Gr7XZ_jtmUw7wA36qiHnOmY_dmfk_6sLW-TVfZKMENQCgOqKSKLY1HFs
1 person dead, 2 flown to hospital after suspected carbon monoxide poisoning in camper
Icard, NC – “…when they got inside the camper, they found a small heater connected to a 20-pound propane tank.” https://wlos.com/news/local/1-person-dead-2-flown-to-hospital-after-suspected-carbon-monoxide-poisoning-in-icard?fbclid=IwAR2ovNpaQWtj8fx4EC0JOodrLcOGG6pq313xcxzr6k6pP7Y8M_60f0SEK1g
Deadly Carbon Monoxide Levels Found At Hicksville Gym
Hicksville, NY – “Crews scoured the building and found carbon monoxide levels at 380 parts per million when they opened a door to a third-floor pool area.” https://patch.com/new-york/hicksville/deadly-carbon-monoxide-levels-found-hicksville-gym-officials
Special report: the silent killer
“On New Year’s Eve, her heat stopped working. Trying to get it going, she would turn it back on and it would kick off again. She didn’t think anything of it, until one day later, New Year’s Day, she heard, “warning, carbon monoxide.” Great info in video of this story. https://fox56.com/news/local/fox56-special-report-the-silent-killer?fbclid=IwAR1KhZn-QANHRJQtBv5JRt5bVA43bqXWbflJGyVmjCCpz8jKvQUBpxvvk44
How travel ups your risk of CO poisoning
How travel ups your risk of carbon monoxide poisoning
3 people sent to hospital after Fairfax CO. store CO leak
“Three people were taken to the hospital following a hazardous materials incident at Americana Grocery at 6128 Columbia Pike near the Lake Barcroft area at about 1:30 p.m. on Feb. 1. The Fairfax County Fire and Rescue Department found elevated levels of carbon monoxide in the store. The fire department believes the leak was caused by a malfunctioning appliance. The fire […]
Two elementary schoolers saved from carbon monoxide poisoning
LIGONIER, IN – “My six-year-old came back and said, ‘Mommy, there’s something wrong with the boys. They’re laying down,’” Amy said. “I just ran.” https://www.kpcnews.com/newssun/article_8f5a35e0-7fad-53df-a8d4-9453bd200583.html
1050 students and staff evacuated for CO leak at TN middle school
Kate Bond Middle School, Cordova, TN – https://www.wmcactionnews5.com/2020/01/30/more-than-people-evacuated-cordova-school-because-carbon-monoxide-leak/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook_WMC_Action_News_5&fbclid=IwAR0Riq0knhqh0ovQc7ZMhihT50IIgyhk7zl3v0Etw6EYI2um5JE5cTCtj5I
CT couple killed from car accidentally left running in garage
Stamford, CT – https://www.stamfordadvocate.com/policereports/article/Couple-killed-by-carbon-monoxide-lived-in-15011352.php?src=sthpcp&fbclid=IwAR0UximgKVAF9B9RQwXnv4UFe-IeeXC9ZsjgwySJlCPQ_2qGlHwaRPsKh2U
More than two dozen people taken to hospital after carbon monoxide leak in vacation rental
Donnelly, ID https://idahonews.com/news/local/more-than-two-dozen-people-taken-to-hospital-after-carbon-monoxide-leak-in-donnelly?fbclid=IwAR0AjImLLVWsiqpKQ7JYmcFm2R0ATxolURDdsaEpt6IyEhEGOCQTQIXRpaI
Elderly couple dies of apparent carbon monoxide poisoning after car left running in New Smyrna Beach garage
New Smyrna Beach, FL – https://www.wesh.com/article/couple-dies-apparent-carbon-monoxide-poisoning-after-car-left-running-new-smyrna-beach/30676653?fbclid=IwAR0r-raGtxBUuESCDfDVGdmDPa8PJyAM5EOhdusa6g87Vyf777AIDQX5NDI#
Johnston County family talks about barely surviving carbon monoxide poisoning
Selma, NC – “They put a generator in their crawl space under the house for heat. They propped a door open so it would have ventilation. The wind shut the door, though, forcing carbon monoxide up into the house.” https://www.cbs17.com/news/local-news/johnston-county-news/johnston-county-family-talks-about-barely-surviving-carbon-monoxide-poisoning/?fbclid=IwAR3-v1i2YpcYyfRt7bIWV9ZothNOcek92Ajb9HgoReNIuVpz1TOzwvNtI6A
Nearly 100 People Evacuated From Hempstead Apartment Building Due To Carbon Monoxide Leak
Long Island, NY – “Firefighters say illegally installed heaters are to blame for a carbon monoxide leak in an apartment building…” https://newyork.cbslocal.com/video/4416480-nearly-100-people-evacuated-from-hempstead-apartment-building-due-to-carbon-monoxide-leak/?fbclid=IwAR2NqZR2kFk3uGebqAFSUUKC1fwnEVrk8GbNV0zFGmX3_XegaZcFnHIXMGU
Austin, TX, police officer poisoned by CO on the job may have to medically retire
https://www.kxan.com/news/local/austin/apd-officer-poisoned-by-carbon-monoxide-on-the-job-may-have-to-medically-retire/?fbclid=IwAR1tsApI953wCjesJ2jx7HvZUPG-uk2tHjpTXh1irr5HE0egnsWTsWgYcSQ
17 people sickened by carbon monoxide at South Beach hotel
South Beach, FL – Shore Club Hotel https://www.miamiherald.com/news/local/community/miami-dade/miami-beach/article239346298.html?fbclid=IwAR1OGQKG3R4pkbdrc5VjSBrA0NGUuQLPgGwT0ztPvgl9L_0OPZr2Vyzq0nY
Utility malfunction causes carbon monoxide scare in Keene, NH
“The utility realized it was sending out the wrong mixture of gas to air to appliances such as boilers, clothes dryers, and stoves, with too much natural gas being sent out into the supply line. That type of mix could lead to carbon monoxide leaking into homes and businesses…” Businesses affected included the Marriott Hotel […]
Marblehead, MA, woman turning grief over her parents’ death into action
“Susan C. Livingston turned her grief over her parents’ (Sherry Penney and James Livingston) deaths last May into advocacy by working with longtime friend and state Rep. Lori Ehrlich to push for legislation mandating engine shutoff software for keyless ignition vehicles.” https://www.itemlive.com/2020/01/14/marblehead-woman-turning-grief-over-her-parents-death-into-action/?fbclid=IwAR3xZZBoyWk9ud-leqkhcwSjRRn25wvjMVawM9I8mGJAbCxe1atFsbBIT6U
McDougald Terrace not only Durham housing complex with carbon monoxide problems
Durham, NC https://www.wral.com/mcdougald-terrace-not-only-durham-housing-complex-with-carbon-monoxide-problems/18884537/?fbclid=IwAR0LOaaG4GBGSns8cqL0YR2K9QLBRVK-YUfgJD_1S0iUdNJ427oM8OKMs-E#.Xh82Ine8MCA.facebook
2 bodies found on houseboat on Lake McClure
Investigators say carbon monoxide may be to blame for the deaths of 68-year-old Roger Dennis and 63-year-old Myles Correia. https://abc30.com/2-bodies-found-on-houseboat-on-lake-mcclure-idd-as-la-grange-and-merced-natives/5840297/?fbclid=IwAR2r65KIterucTDwsNvh9iIFK7LgtuvtUzsWaDipGhjHs60JJEu1wdhIu5Y
Carbon monoxide leaks leave Durham, N.C., public housing residents fearing for their safety
“HUD’s health and safety inspection of the complex wouldn’t have required a check for carbon monoxide detectors, since they are not mandatory in the federally subsidized properties…” https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/carbon-monoxide-leaks-leave-durham-n-c-public-housing-residents-n1113836?fbclid=IwAR37NTFlJVeAYxgYdZ69o2-JN3U38soRUTal66Zcuiqnkn6LvgoHbq289UQ
Hotels – A Hidden Source of Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
Forbes – by Judy Stone, MD A unique look at what it’s like to be poisoned by carbon monoxide in your hotel room. Thankfully these victims survived, however their experience highlights some of the many unaddressed questions of CO safety in hotels…namely, who is watching out for us when we check in? https://www.forbes.com/sites/judystone/2020/01/09/hotelsa-hidden-source-of-carbon-monoxide-poisoning/?fbclid=IwAR2IzqlrLxjkXdtB_7l5B3rOiQvjXNoaal9ObXo0aoMUEuG7_D3FFVcjPAg#8141a2258cb8
Carbon monoxide problems found in 40% of McDougald Terrace apartments checked so far
More on this issue in Durham, NC – https://www.wral.com/carbon-monoxide-problems-found-in-40-of-mcdougald-terrace-apartments-checked-so-far/18874643/?fbclid=IwAR1nvK6djpVd2ta8_jTn7yXofSnrhrNhSSPTSR3TxbsKSWsEfj-bqr63i9E#.Xhi-gUoiPqo.facebook
Woman says her ventless gas fireplace put her at risk for carbon monoxide poisoning
“California and other cities on the East Coast and Texas have passed laws restricting or banning vent-free models, requiring gas fireplaces to have outdoor vents — though older homes in those cities and states may still have them.” https://www.fox17online.com/money/consumer/dont-waste-your-money/woman-says-her-ventless-gas-fireplace-put-her-at-risk-for-carbon-monoxide-poisoning?fbclid=IwAR1nq4JPktvDl2c5-dG884bCi-3yf_Y24NaalCuYn6BY5XsElnw-DZGS9e4
