Carbon monoxide alarm in Linz's apartment: family of six in the hospital

Von WOM

Linz. On Friday evening, the calm was briefly disturbed in a Linz apartment when a family of six was taken to the hospital due to a defective gas boiler. The family, consisting of several members, had health problems in the previous days and complained of symptoms such as headaches and vomiting. In view of the deteriorating situation, they contacted the medical emergency service.

The emergency service reacted promptly and brought a carbon monoxide detector. Immediately when entering the apartment, the device began to alarming loudly and pointed out a potential danger. As a precaution, the family immediately opened all windows and informed the fire brigade under the emergency call. The fire brigade's forces quickly came into the apartment to assess the situation.

gas heating: defects and intervention

The fire brigade immediately initiated measures. After the first examination shows that there was a carbon monoxide exit, the family received first aid on site. They were then brought to the Kepler University Hospital for health clarification. In the meantime, the professional fire brigade carried out CO measurements in the residential complex. Due to the absence of many tenants, several apartments had to be opened by the fire brigade to ensure that no other residents are at risk.

At 8:30 p.m. at 8:30 p.m., Linz AG employees were also on site, who also carried out measurements. The post-measurements in the affected apartment again showed high carbon monoxide values ​​at 10:30 p.m., which forced the fire brigade to switch off the defective gas boiler. These precautionary measures were necessary to ensure the security of all residents in the area.

This incident illustrates the risks that can be assumed by defective heaters. Carbon monoxide is a odorless, invisible gas that can be life -threatening in high concentrations. According to information from the police and other sources, the rapid reaction of the emergency services and the family acting was considered crucial for avoiding serious consequences. Such incidents should encourage people to pay attention to the functionality of their heating devices and to act immediately in the event of health complaints.

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