Increased Carbon Monoxide Poisonings

Analysis Shows Increased Carbon Monoxide Poisonings Despite An Increase in Alarm Requirements, statistics show Increased Carbon Monoxide Poisonings, likely due to a combination of factors including Severe Weather and Deferred Maintenance. By…

Carbon Monoxide Hazards from Attached Garages

Attached Garages Create Many Carbon Monoxide Hazards There are many carbon monoxide hazards of having an attached garage, including leaving a car running, using lawn and power tools. Powerful suction forces will drive CO indoors. By Rebecca…

RV Safety Concerns – Propane Gas Leaks

Propane Leaks a Leading Part of RV Safety Concerns The growth of a nomadic lifestyle is creating has increased RV Safety Concerns including the risk of propane leaks and explosions. Special detectors are required. By Rebecca Martin A few…

Fort Worth Hotel Explosion Under Investigation

Is Gas Leak Cause of Fort Worth Hotel Explosion? Authorities are still investigating the cause of a Fort Worth Hotel Explosion at the Sandman Signature Hotel with at least 21 hurt. By Rebecca Martin Monday afternoon, an explosion in the…

Carbon Monoxide Deaths at Airbnb's

Carbon Monoxide Deaths at Airbnb's and Vacation Rentals Preventable carbon monoxide deaths at Airbnb's and other short term vacation rentals continue to happen because of lack of mandates for CO alarms. Carbon monoxide alarm must at a minimum…

Can Carbon Monoxide Poisoning be a Civil Rights Violation?

4th Circuit: Carbon Monoxide Poisoning a Civil Rights Violation After the 4th Circuit found carbon monoxide poisoning could be a Civil Rights Violation, wrongful death case settled for $2 million.By Attorney Gordon S. Johnson, Jr. Allen…

Permanent Brain Damage Following Non-Fatal Carbon Monoxide Poisoning

Non-Fatal Carbon Monoxide Poisoning - Leaves Survivors in Distress Non-Fatal Carbon Monoxide Poisoning can leave survivors with brain damage and numerous neuropsychiatric symptoms that may last a lifetime. By Rebecca Martin More than 100,000…

Why does my furnace smell? Is it carbon monoxide?

Does a furnace smell indicate carbon monoxide?  Is a furnace smell an indication of carbon monoxide, or is a natural gas leak or some less alarming concern. Although CO is odorless, combustion smells are warnings of danger. Remember, your…

How Long Do Furnaces Last?

Is this the Year to Replace Your Furnace? How long do furnaces last? Manufacturer and industry recommendations are as short as 18 years. All furnaces should be replaced before 25 years.By Rebecca MartinOctober arrives in many parts…

Carbon Monoxide Death - 100% Preventable

When Does Carbon Monoxide Death Become Criminal? By Rebecca Martin Charles Suire, 49, suffered a carbon monoxide death on November 28, 2022 in a third floor boiler room at the Victory Inn and Suites, 3750 Washtenaw Avenue in Ann Arbor, Michigan.…