Fire Prevention Week to be observed Oct. 4-10 Oct 10, 2009
Consider having additional circuits or receptacles added by a qualified electrician and call a qualified electrician or landlord if you have recurring problems with blowing fuses or tripping circuit breakers, discolored or warm wall outlets, flickering lights or a burning or rubbery smell coming from an appliance; healthy heating: install and maintain carbon monoxide alarms to avoid risk of carbon monoxide poisoning, maintain heating equipment and chimneys by having them cleaned and inspected... (Brookneal Union Star, VA)
Winter Garden Fire Rescue receives advanced heart equipment Oct 8, 2009
And one of the four monitors includes a sophisticated internal module that gives the fire department the ability to detect carbon monoxide poisoning by using a high-tech finger sensor. This is a huge advancement, noted Chief McGrew, as previously, carbon monoxide levels in the body could only be accomplished in the hospital and required a painful needle stick to obtain an arterial blood sample. (Winter Garden West Orange Times, FL)
North Side family overcome by fumes Oct 7, 2009
Four members of a North Side family were hospitalized overnight after they were overcome by what was possibly carbon monoxide poisoning. A father and a mother were taken to Allegheny General Hospital last night, where they were in serious condition but expected to survive, according to Sgt. Martin Devine of the Pittsburgh police. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Mother campaigns against date violence Oct 5, 2009
Furthering Robertson s exasperation is an incident that occurred in November of 2008, when carbon monoxide poisoning killed a family in Aspen. In two months, there was a law passed in the state of Colorado that everybody had to have carbon monoxide monitors, Robertson said. (UCD Advocate, CO)
Turning Furnace On? Watch Out For Carbon Monoxide Oct 3, 2009
It was carbon monoxide poisoning ... This summer New York Governor Paterson signed "Amanda's Law", named after a 16-year-old West Seneca girl who died from carbon monoxide poisoning from a defective boiler. (W-USA News, DC)
All-Clear Given At Carmel Valley Medical Office Sep 25, 2009
SAN DIEGO -- A hazardous materials team was summoned to a medical center in the Carmel Valley area Thursday after reports of possible carbon monoxide poisoning. According to Maurice Luque of the San Diego Fire-Rescue Department, Sharp Rees Stealy Urgent care was evacuated about 11:15 a.m. due to possible carbon monoxide poisoning. (TheSanDiegoChannel.com, CA)
Jerry Joe "Termite" Pohren\53 (2) Sep 23, 2009
Published: Tuesday, September 22, 2009 12:00 PM CDT Jerry Joe "Termite" Pohren, 53, of Lockridge, died Sept. 18, 2009 at Keosauqua from carbon monoxide poisoning. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Thursday at the New Sweden United Methodist Church, west of Four Corners with Pastors Diane Brokken and Peggy Egbert officiating. (Fort Madison Daily Democrat, IO)
Crackdown on artifact crimes gets results Sep 18, 2009
Jeanne Redd is the widow of James Redd, a physician and antiquities collector who committed suicide by carbon monoxide poisoning one day after his arrest in June court records show. Steven Shrader, 56, of New Mexico shot and killed himself in Illinois in June, the same day he was scheduled to appear in federal court in Salt Lake City. (USA Today)
Medical Examiner: Anne Le Was Suffocated Sep 17, 2009
We know she didn't die of carbon monoxide poisoning. We know that someone killed her. (CBS News)
Warning about illegal gas fitters Sep 17, 2009
Fourteen people have died and 234 have required hospital treatment in the last year due to carbon monoxide poisoning. It has prompted a campaign to alert householders of the dangers. (BBC News -- UK)
Teens' double suicide Sep 8, 2009
The boys were found dead from carbon monoxide poisoning in a Ford Mustang beneath a Palo Verde tree in a secluded desert area near West Overton Road and North La Cholla Boulevard, about three miles from the high school. Detectives said the boys, whom the Arizona Daily Star is not identifying due to the nature of the incident, were friends and schoolmates. (FOX 11, AZ)
TSB releases initial report on Sparky Imeson plane crash Sep 3, 2009
Some veteran pilots who knew Imeson best suggested he may have suffered from carbon monoxide poisoning before crashing, though the pathological report says otherwise. "Carbon monoxide, cyanide, volatiles and drugs were tested, and had negative results," the report says. (Montana Standard, MT)
NTSB releases details on Canyon Ferry plane crash Sep 2, 2009
The National Transportation Safety Board has ruled out carbon monoxide poisoning as a contributing factor in the plane crash that killed veteran Helena flight instructor Sparky Imeson ... Some veteran pilots who knew Imeson best suggested he may have suffered from carbon monoxide poisoning before crashing. (Montana Standard, MT)
• Is there a killer in the house? Ketchum couple has brush with carbon monoxide poisoning Aug 30, 2009
KAREN BOSSICK/For the Times-NewsCarolyn and Eldon Wicklund have a new cause to push after a narrow brush with carbon monoxide poisoning ... Ketchum couple has brush with carbon monoxide poisoning By Karen BossickTimes-News correspondent ... It was the second case of carbon monoxide poisoning in the Wood River Valley this year. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Young man stabbed on Roxbury street Aug 27, 2009
The medical examiner determined they died of carbon monoxide poisoning, and investigators said no foul play was involved. WMUR reported that fire investigators said they determined that a vehicle was left running in the garage under the house. (Boston Globe)
'Bends' treatment in cancer trial Aug 25, 2009
Page last updated at 10:32 GMT, Monday, 24 August 2009 11:32 UK. Bends' treatment in cancer trial. (BBC News -- Health)
Houston man dies of carbon monoxide poisoning while watching movies in garage Aug 22, 2009
HOUSTON Authorities say that a northwest Houston man who had a habit of watching movies in his car died of carbon monoxide poisoning. Six members of his family were injured. (KHOU.com, TX)
Couple found dead in NH house Aug 21, 2009
WOLFEBORO, N.H. (AP) -- An elderly couple have been found dead in a house in Wolfeboro, N.H., and authorities say they were the victims of accidental carbon monoxide poisoning. The bodies of 86-year-old John Clarke and 87-year-old Ethel Clarke were found Wednesday. (Concord Monitor)
Boats and Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Aug 14, 2009
Even while enjoying a summertime ride out on the water in a boat, precautions need to be taken to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning. Carbon Monoxide (CO) is an odorless, colorless gas that can cause asphyxiation when a person is exposed to high enough concentrations. (Suite101.com)
The Disaster Survival Guide: How to improve your chances during the worst Aug 9, 2009
Don't forget carbon monoxide detectors, too - there are about 200 deaths in theUnited States annually from carbon monoxide poisoning, according to Robinson. Don't forget your pets. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Martin glad to be back at The Glen Aug 8, 2009
SORENSON S RETURN: Reed Sorenson was back driving the No. 43 for Richard Petty Motorsports after suffering carbon monoxide poisoning in Monday s rain-delayed race at Pocono. Sorenson said he hit a wall on the right side around lap 70 of the 200-lap race, and that led to the problem. (Hudson Register Star, NY)
RS resident seeks help with apartment owner Aug 6, 2009
I was hospitalized for carbon monoxide poisoning, she said. When she and a friend were unable to light the pilot light on the hot water heater, she contacted Questar for help. (Green River Star, WY -- Local)
Feds say artifact looting case likely to grow Aug 6, 2009
The Blanding, Utah, physician, Dr. James Redd, died by carbon monoxide poisoning inside his Jeep on his ranch. His wife and daughter quickly pleaded guilty to separate charges. (FOX 11, AZ)
Fire department gets new equipment Jul 29, 2009
Winona emergency crews didn t know a person had carbon monoxide poisoning last year until the victim was tested at the hospital, Chief Ed Krall said. The oximeter will allow responders to know a person s exposure at the scene. (Winona Daily News, MN)
Carbon monoxide 'holiday threat' Jul 26, 2009
In one high-profile case in October 2006, Christi Shepherd, seven, and her six-year-old brother Robert, of Horbury, West Yorkshire, died of carbon monoxide poisoning while on holiday in Corfu, Greece ... Carbon monoxide poisoning reduces the ability of blood to carry oxygen, and as a result starves vital organs of oxygen. (BBC News -- UK)
Questions remain in the carbon monoxide poisoning of two girls Jul 25, 2009
There still is no answer, nearly two months after Caitlin Brondolo and her best friend, Amber Sue Wilson, were found dead from carbon monoxide poisoning in a bizarre sleepover tragedy west of Boca Raton ... The Medical Examiner enters the Island Lakes gated community in West Boca Raton, where two young girls were found dead in a home of an apparent carbon monoxide poisoning. (The Palm Beach Post)
Gas fitter trial 'stark warning' Jul 24, 2009
A gas fitter has been told he faces jail after being found guilty of two counts of manslaughter over two people who died of carbon monoxide poisoning. A gas fitter's manslaughter conviction after the death of two friends from carbon monoxide poisoning is a "stark warning" to unqualified workmen. (BBC News -- UK)
Cars Are No Place for Kids to Be Alone Jul 18, 2009
Strangulation by power windows and carbon monoxide poisoning are among the other leading causes of the 44 deaths and 105,000 injuries to children that occur on average in non-crash-related vehicle incidents each year. The NHTSA warns adults to never leave a child unattended in a vehicle and never let them play in an unattended vehicle. (MEDLINEplus)
4 die of carbon monoxide poisoning in Detroit Jul 18, 2009
DETROIT A man and his three children aged 6 to 16 died of suspected carbon monoxide poisoning Thursday, as the family ran a generator for the one night they would have been without power, authorities and neighbors said. The electricity at the Detroit home had been shut off Wednesday, after the family fell behind on their bills, but the utility said they had been assured it would be back on Thursday. (Ionia Sentinel-Standard, MI)
Grant buys life-saving equipment (164) Jul 17, 2009
The life-saving device will allow firefighters to evaluate victims of structure fires and determine the presence of carbon monoxide poisoning as well as determine if carbon monoxide poisoning is present in firefighters. The Pedernales Electric Cooperative provided support to the Boerne Fire Department through their Community Relations Grant Writing Assistance Program. (Boerne Star, TX)
Conn. man was on a 'suicide mission,' cops say Jul 10, 2009
The paperwork included a variety of means for committing suicide, including carbon monoxide poisoning, hanging and blowing up a house with explosives, the report said. advertisement. (MSNBC -- Crime)
Cops: Divorce Kidnapper On Suicide Mission Jul 10, 2009
The paperwork included a variety of means for committing suicide, including carbon monoxide poisoning, hanging and blowing up a house with explosives, the report said. Shenkman, 60, was arraigned Wednesday afternoon while shackled to his hospital bed in a Connecticut emergency room. (CBS News -- US)
Heat stroke leading cause of non-crash deaths Jul 7, 2009
In addition to hyperthermia, strangulation by power windows and carbon monoxide poisoning are also causes of infant or child deaths. "Children should never be left alone in or around a motor vehicle - not even for a quick errand," Medford said. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
Gas believed used in fire Jul 7, 2009
"It's a real tragedy. ... It's hard on everybody involved,'' he said. Santone planned Monday to take samples of carpeting, bedding and other fire debris to the Pennsylvania State Police barracks in Lawrence Park for confirmation of the suspected gasoline. An autopsy conducted Sunday showed evidence of smoke inhalation and second- and third-degree burns on the woman's body, said Erie County Deputy Coroner Korac Timon. A toxicology test will show whether carbon monoxide poisoning contributed to... (Erie Times-News, PA)
Carbon monoxide-detector law starts July 1 Jul 4, 2009
Colorado enacted the alarm law partly because of several deaths attributed to carbon monoxide poisoning from November 2008 to the end of last year, including a Denver family spending the Thanksgiving holiday in Aspen. Roughly 170 people a year die in the United States from carbon monoxide produced by malfunctioning fuel-burning appliances such as furnaces, stoves and water heaters, according to SAFEbuilt Colorado. (Denver Business Journal, CO)
Carbon monoxide incident hits home with former state Rep. Jul 4, 2009
However, Tuesday's incident, where two girls suffered carbon monoxide poisoning while riding behind a boat on Jackson Lake, reminded Robinson just how ill-informed the public is ... "On July 7, 2007, Robinson's daughter, son-in law, granddaughters and family friends went to Lake Powell in Arizona. Kayleen Tubbs and her friend Megan Evans, both 7, jumped into the water behind the boat, but Robinson's daughter Marla Tubbs told them to swim away from the propellers.It was too late.Kayleen tried to... (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Man dies in Catskill apartment fire Jul 4, 2009
John Wieninger was reportedly staying with a friend in the first floor apartment at 15 Thompson St. when he was overcome by smoke and, according to Greene County Coroner Richard Vigilo, died of carbon monoxide poisoning. Vigilo said that there were no burns were inflicted on Wieninger. (Catskill Daily Mail, NY)
Holiday fume deaths trial delayed Jun 25, 2009
Christi Shepherd, seven, and her six-year-old brother Robert, of Horbury, West Yorkshire, died of carbon monoxide poisoning in October 2006. Their father, Neil Shepherd, and his partner, Ruth Beatson, survived. (BBC News)
Tips from the American Journal of Pathology Jun 24, 2009
Carbon monoxide poisoning is extremely toxic; exposure prevents oxygen delivery to body tissues and is often fatal. However, inflamed or injured tissues upregulate heme oxygenase-1 (HO-1), a protein that both protects cells and produces CO, suggesting that low levels of CO may have protective effects. (EurekAlert!)
Carbon monoxide likely in deaths Jun 24, 2009
Preliminary autopsy results Tuesday indicate that carbon monoxide poisoning killed five passengers in a Ford F-150 Sunday night after it got stuck in a retention bank while mudding at a racetrack, Ector County sheriff Sgt. Gary Duesler said ... Ector County Medical Examiner Carl Rogers said his office worked five other deaths since 2006 where carbon monoxide poisoning was blamed, though four of those five involved two house fires. (Odessa American, TX)
5 Dead In Tragic Accident Jun 23, 2009
A drive through a flooded mud patch turned deadly Sunday evening for five people who apparently died of carbon monoxide poisoning in their truck after it was half-submerged at a horse track near Pleasant Farms, sheriff and race track officials said ... For more information on carbon monoxide poisoning and how to avoid it from home and gas appliances and vehicles, go to: www. (Odessa American, TX)
Two found dead in tent: Officials: Carbon monoxide likely killed man, child at paintball event Jun 22, 2009
He said investigators found a fuel-burning heater in the tent and suspected the two likely died from carbon monoxide poisoning but stressed only a medical examiner could make that determination. They were family friends and Darian often referred to Steve as Uncle though they were not blood relatives, said Bilodeau. (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
FBI: 2nd defendant in artifacts case found dead Jun 20, 2009
A family member said Redd died from apparent carbon monoxide poisoning in his Jeep. Shrader was listed in an indictment along with Carl Lavern Crites, 74, and Marie Virginia Crites, 68, both of Durango, Colo. (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
UPDATE: Third VA Carbon Monoxide Death Jun 6, 2009
(AP) - Portsmouth fire officials say carbon monoxide poisoning from a generator running indoors has killed a third victim. Fire department spokesman Capt. Paul Hoyle says 43-year-old Brenda Lashley died Thursday night at Bon Secours DePaul Medical Center in Norfolk. (WTVR.com, VA)
Empty locker, empty hearts: Classmates mourn deaths at Loggers' Run Middle Jun 3, 2009
Although the Palm Beach County Medical Examiner's Office had yet to issue an official ruling, the doctors' exchanges with investigators indicated the finding would be carbon monoxide poisoning. "At this point I don't anticipate anything other than what was expected," said Lt. Mark Alexander, head of the Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office unit that investigates children's deaths. (The Palm Beach Post)
South Africa: More Deaths Feared in Illegal Mining Boom Jun 3, 2009
Lesiba Seshoka, spokesperson for South Africa's National Union of Mine Workers, told IRIN: "It is extremely dangerous, particularly if shafts have not been maintained for a long time. Many things can go wrong: rocks can fall on you, you can die from suffocation and carbon monoxide poisoning.". According to Jabu Maphalala, spokesperson for the Chamber of Mines of South Africa, an industry organization, illegal mining was a widespread problem in the country but there were no figures on the number... (allAfrica.com)
Cops: 2 girls died from carbon monoxide poisoning Jun 2, 2009
(AP) -- Authorities believe two South Florida 11-year-old girls died from carbon monoxide poisoning. Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office spokeswoman Teri Barbera said the girls were inside a house where one of them lived Sunday morning. (WSVN-TV Miami, FL)
Week in photos Jun 1, 2009
Caption: The Palm Beach County Sheriffs, left, escort a tow truck transporting a Ford Escape SUV from the home where two young girls approximately 11-yrs-old were found dead in the home of an apparent carbon monoxide poisoning about 9 AM at 11541 Island Lake Lane in the gated community of Island Lakes in Boca Raton. The mother called 911 to report the incident and was later taken to West Boca Medical Center. (The Palm Beach Post)
West Boca Raton girls killed in apparent carbon monoxide poisoning were 'model citizens,' principal says Jun 1, 2009
West Boca Raton girls killed in apparent carbon monoxide poisoning were 'model citizens,' principal says ... West Boca Raton girls killed in apparent carbon monoxide poisoning were 'model citizens,' principal says ... The Medical Examiner enters the Island Lakes gated community in West Boca Raton, where two young girls, approximately 11 years old, were found dead in a home of an apparent carbon monoxide poisoning. (The Palm Beach Post)
Update: Portsmouth Carbon Monoxide Deaths (3:07 p.m.) May 30, 2009
(AP) - The medical examiner's office has confirmed that two men found dead inside a Portsmouth house died from carbon monoxide poisoning. The office confirmed the cause of the deaths Friday. (WTVR.com, VA)
Laws gang up on everyone's rights, not just bikies May 29, 2009
Nevertheless, I can't see the relevance of any of this to energy wasting, carbon monoxide poisoning and students going cold in present day classrooms. John Garretty Kelso. (The Age, Australia -- Opinion)
Pediatric Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Linked To Video Games After Hurricane Ike May 29, 2009
Researchers at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston found that 75 percent of children treated for carbon monoxide poisoning caused by gasoline-powered electrical generators were playing video games ... We usually have patients arriving in the emergency department with carbon monoxide poisoning because they tried to keep food fresh, run a fan or home air conditioner, but not power electronic gadgets, said Caroline Fife, M.D., associate professor of medicine at the UT Health... (Science Daily)
Two Die from Carbon Monoxide in Portsmouth Home May 28, 2009
(AP) - Portsmouth fire officials say two men are dead from apparent carbon monoxide poisoning, and a third victim was hospitalized after inhaling the lethal gas. Fire department spokesman Capt. Paul Hoyle says authorities went to a home shortly after 9 a.m. Wednesday after getting a call from a contractor who was scheduled to work at the house. (WTVR.com, VA)
• No cause yet in death of Bellevue teen May 27, 2009
In this case, that would likely be drugs, alcohol or carbon monoxide poisoning, Mikel said. Law enforcement evacuated the home and had it tested for carbon monoxide, which more commonly causes poisonings in the winter months than in the spring. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Game addiction May 26, 2009
Of the 37 people treated for carbon monoxide poisoning at one Houston hospital in the first 36 hours after the storm, 21 were in homes where generators were run to play video games, says author Caroline Fife. Fifteen of these victims were children, not including one 3-year-old who died before getting to the hospital, Memorial Hermann Hospital-Texas Medical Center. (USA Today)
Six important BBQ safety tips May 22, 2009
This is both a fire and carbon monoxide poisoning hazard. WHN TIP: Clean Up. (WTVR.com, VA)
• Bellevue student found dead at home, no evidence of foul play May 22, 2009
Authorities won't be able to determine whether Glahn's death was caused by carbon monoxide poisoning until they get the toxicology report, Mikel said. Usually emergency personnel see the most problems with carbon monoxide during winter months when snow knocks off a vent pipe and recirculates the burnt fuel from a gas heater or water heater through the house, Herald said. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Man picks suicide spot on GOOGLE Earth... May 21, 2009
An inquest heard how Mr Grant also printed off notices against the dangers of carbon monoxide poisoning as he gassed himself in his car ... Members of the public found his fume-filled car and tried to get him out, but he had died from carbon monoxide poisoning. (The Drudge Report)
Sizzling summer safety tips from CSA International May 14, 2009
To prevent carbon monoxide poisoning, fuel- burning equipment should only be used in well-ventilated areas. - Hot is not cool. (Canada Newswire)
Gators show interest in 4-star Ross May 13, 2009
Not long afterward, he met a tragic end due to a combination of ecstasy intoxication and carbon monoxide poisoning. Now, another Buccaneer is starting to make a name for himself. (Michigan Sports -- Rivals.com)
Investigation continues in Ark. double homicide May 12, 2009
Neighbors say she'd been undergoing rehabilitation after suffering carbon monoxide poisoning in the 2006 accident on the Arkansas River. A service of the Associated Press(AP). (Pine Bluff Commercial, AR)
Overview of Seizures May 10, 2009
g., carbon monoxide poisoning). Central nervous system infection (e. (Suite101.com)
Ameren Illinois Utilities Report Progress in Restoring Power, More Than 1,300 Working to Turn Lights on in Southern Illinois May 10, 2009
Customers should never use a portable generator indoors, including in a home, garage, basement, shed or partially-enclosed area - even with ventilation because of the threat of deadly carbon monoxide poisoning. The Ameren Illinois Utilities (AmerenCIPS, AmerenCILCO, AmerenIP) have been providing safe, reliable energy delivery service for more than a century. (PR Newswire)
Possible carbon monoxide death in Milton, NH May 4, 2009
MILTON, N.H. - The New Hampshire fire marshal's office is investigating a possible carbon monoxide poisoning death in Milton ... Four people died from carbon monoxide poisoning in the state last year, prompting lawmakers to pass a bill last week that would require detectors in new homes and homes that see substantial rehabilitation. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Test: Race car driver died from carbon monoxide Apr 30, 2009
NORWAY - Carbon monoxide poisoning caused the death of a 24-year-old race car driver, a state toxicology test showed ... "The cause of death was carbon monoxide poisoning,'' Cloyd said. "It was ruled an accidental death. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
