At about 7 p.m. a family on Kent’s Easthill called 911 complaining of dizziness, headaches and nausea. The family told firefighters that they had been using a small charcoal barbecue indoors to heat the house, located at the 25400 block of 98 Avenue South, when they began feeling ill.
Kent firefighters treated the family at the scene and transported them to a local hospital for further evaluation.
Residents are reminded that they should never bring barbecues or generators into or near their home. Carbon monoxide (CO), a byproduct of these devices, can pose a danger to everyone in the home. CO is a clear and odorless gas that blocks the body’s ability to absorb oxygen. Symptoms include:
Headache
Nausea
Dizziness
Fatigue
If you or anyone in your home experiences these symptoms and CO poisoning is suspected, call 911 immediately and leave your residence.
