Carbon monoxide poisoning

Tropical Storm Idalia to Become Hurricane, Expected to Cause Widespread Power Outages

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Monday, August 28, 2023

According to the current forecast from the National Weather Service, Tropical Storm Idalia is expected to become a hurricane today, Monday, Aug. 28, 2023, as it heads toward Florida’s Gulf Coast.

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  • According to the current forecast from the National Weather Service, Tropical Storm Idalia is expected to become a hurricane today, Monday, Aug. 28, 2023, as it heads toward Florida’s Gulf Coast.
  • Due to damaging winds and torrential rains, power outages are likely, and it will likely take days or weeks to restore power.
  • During that time, many residents will turn to portable generators to provide essential power to their homes.
  • Media and public safety officials are encouraged to repurpose materials available on the Take Your Generator Outside site.

Major Winter Storm Expected to Cause Widespread Power Outages

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Thursday, February 23, 2023

According to the current forecast from the National Weather Service, a massive winter storm could cause widespread power outages as it makes its way across the northern United States.

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  • According to the current forecast from the National Weather Service, a massive winter storm could cause widespread power outages as it makes its way across the northern United States.
  • Frozen power lines coupled with strong winds can lead to widespread power outages, while plummeting temperatures increase demand for home heating.
  • With the winter storms, many residents will turn to portable generators to provide heat and other essential power to their homes.
  • Inevitably, winter storms will come and power outages will happen.

Blake Johnson of Johnson Livingston, PLLC Awarded $4.8 Million in Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Case

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Thursday, July 29, 2021

NASHVILLE, Tenn., July 29, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Utah attorney and Advocate Capital, Inc. client Blake Johnson and his team at Johnson Livingston, PLLC , were recently awarded $4.8 Million on behalf of their clients, who sustained permanent brain damage due to carbon monoxide poisoning.

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  • NASHVILLE, Tenn., July 29, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Utah attorney and Advocate Capital, Inc. client Blake Johnson and his team at Johnson Livingston, PLLC , were recently awarded $4.8 Million on behalf of their clients, who sustained permanent brain damage due to carbon monoxide poisoning.
  • The wife was thirty-five weeks pregnant when they checked into a hotel room next to the hotel's boiler room.Carbon monoxide leaked into the couple's hotel room, causing the couple to incur carbon monoxide poisoning.
  • The Plaintiffs sustained permanent brain damage, including "memory and word-finding difficulties, noise intolerance, anxiety, and depression."
  • Sadly, the effects of carbon monoxide also complicated the birth of the couple's child.

PGMA Urges Preparedness for Safe Portable Generator Use during Hurricane Season

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Tuesday, July 6, 2021

Portable generators are life-saving emergency safety tools; however, because of improper consumer use, people suffer carbon monoxide poisoning year after year.

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  • Portable generators are life-saving emergency safety tools; however, because of improper consumer use, people suffer carbon monoxide poisoning year after year.
  • The Portable Generator Manufacturers Association (PGMA) wants to rewrite the news story in advance of this seasons first storm.
  • Specifically, the Take it Outside program emphasizes that the only safe way to operate a portable generator is by taking it outside.
  • The Portable Generator Manufacturers Association (PGMA) is a trade association that seeks to develop and influence safety and performance standards for our industrys products.

Spring has Sprung – Time to Fire Up Those Patio Heaters

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Thursday, March 25, 2021

Since the weather will still be cool for some time, people will be firing up patio heaters to stay cozy and warm while they socialize outdoors.

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  • Since the weather will still be cool for some time, people will be firing up patio heaters to stay cozy and warm while they socialize outdoors.
  • Avoid the dangers of fire and carbon monoxide poisoning- Never use patio heaters indoors or in an enclosed area.
  • If patio heaters are used in a shelter, be sure to follow the manufacturers instructions for required clearance from combustible materials including shelter walls and overhead covers.
  • Make sure patio heaters do not obstruct doors, fire exits or firefighting equipment and are properly distanced from building air intakes.

First Alert And Actor Taylor Kinney Raise Awareness Of Carbon Monoxide Poisoning During Winter Months

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Thursday, February 4, 2021

AURORA, Ill., Feb. 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --This winter, the peak season for carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning, Taylor Kinney is teaming up with First Alert, the most trusted brand in fire safety*, to educate the public about the importance of CO safety through an informational public awareness campaign.

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  • AURORA, Ill., Feb. 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --This winter, the peak season for carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning, Taylor Kinney is teaming up with First Alert, the most trusted brand in fire safety*, to educate the public about the importance of CO safety through an informational public awareness campaign.
  • "While people are spending more time at home, it is more important than ever to install working smoke and carbon monoxide alarms throughout your home to protect what matters most."
  • Because of home heating needs, the potential threat of accidental CO poisoning becomes greater in the winter.
  • "First Alert is excited to continue our partnership with Taylor Kinney to spread awareness about the dangers of carbon monoxide and the importance of whole home safety," said Tarsila Wey, director of marketing for First Alert.

Enerco Group Recalls DeWALT Cordless Kerosene Heaters Due to Fire and Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Hazards

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Wednesday, February 3, 2021

Hazard: The heaters can re-start unexpectedly while in standby mode if the room temperature falls below the thermostat set point, posing fire and carbon monoxide poisoning hazards.

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  • Hazard: The heaters can re-start unexpectedly while in standby mode if the room temperature falls below the thermostat set point, posing fire and carbon monoxide poisoning hazards.
  • Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled heaters and contact Enerco for a free replacement corded heater.
  • ET Monday through Friday, or online at www.enercogroupinc.com and click on the "Support" drop down to find "recalls, or directly at www.enercogroupinc.com/recall for more information.
  • This recall involves DeWALT cordless kerosene forced-air heaters model number DXH90CFAK with serial numbers 340902-20001001 through 340902-20004000 and model number DXH90CFAKM with serial numbers 340901-20001001 through 340901-20001500.

With Many Still Sheltering, Working and Schooling at Home During the Pandemic, PG&E Reminds Customers of the Risks of Carbon Monoxide

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Tuesday, December 22, 2020

Carbon monoxide is especially dangerous because it is odorless and cant be seen, and all California homes are required to have carbon monoxide detectors.

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  • Carbon monoxide is especially dangerous because it is odorless and cant be seen, and all California homes are required to have carbon monoxide detectors.
  • To protect your family against potential exposure, carbon monoxide detectors should be installed on every floor, near sleeping areas and common areas.
  • The sensors in most carbon monoxide detectors have a useful life of five to 10 years.
  • Never use products inside the home that generate dangerous levels of carbon monoxide, such as generators, outdoor grills, or propane heaters.

Following Carbon Monoxide Week 2020, Technical Safety BC reports Canadians have concerning knowledge gap about the dangers of the “silent killer”

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Monday, November 9, 2020

Only 1-in-2 Canadians have checked to ensure their carbon monoxide alarms are working properly in the last year.

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  • Only 1-in-2 Canadians have checked to ensure their carbon monoxide alarms are working properly in the last year.
  • The first week of November marked British Columbias second annual Carbon Monoxide Awareness Week.
  • Carbon monoxide can build up in the home when fuels in a fuel-burning appliance, such as a gas stove, burn incompletely.
  • Read the full carbon monoxide report:
    Technical Safety BC (formerly BC Safety Authority) is an independent, self-funded organization that oversees the safe installation and operation of technical systems and equipment.

PG&E Urges Customers to Safely Heat Homes as First Cold Front of the Season Sweeps Across Northern California

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Thursday, November 5, 2020

Fuel-burning appliances, such as gas furnaces, stoves and water heaters, can increase the risk of carbon monoxide when they are not working properly.

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  • Fuel-burning appliances, such as gas furnaces, stoves and water heaters, can increase the risk of carbon monoxide when they are not working properly.
  • High levels of carbon monoxide, a toxic gas, can be generated by appliances that are defective or improperly installed or maintained.
  • Its also a good time of year to change the batteries in your smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors.
  • PG&E urges customers to focus on safely heating their homes as temperatures drop and offers the following tips:
    Place space heaters on level, hard, nonflammable surfaces, not on rugs or carpets.