Dangerous Carbon Monoxide Leak Sickens 12 In Brooklyn, FDNY Reports

"Around 11 p.m. Sunday, residents inside a West 6th Street home between Avenues U and T began feeling ill, prompting firefighters to respond to a report of an unconscious person. Crews found 12 people suffering from symptoms consistent with carbon monoxide exposure, and initial readings inside the home measured about 300 parts per million - a dangerous level, according to safety officials."

"Fire officials said eight of the dozen people exposed were taken to area hospitals for treatment, while four declined medical care. Others were treated at the scene with oxygen after inhaling the gas. Authorities have not yet identified the source of the carbon monoxide. Firefighters ventilated the home to reduce levels, while officials emphasized the importance of working detectors to keep residents safe."

A carbon monoxide leak in a Gravesend, Brooklyn home injured a dozen people late Sunday night. Residents began feeling ill around 11 p.m., and firefighters responded to a report of an unconscious person. Crews found 12 people with symptoms consistent with carbon monoxide exposure and initial readings measured about 300 parts per million. Eight people were taken to area hospitals while four declined care; others received oxygen at the scene. Authorities have not identified the source. Firefighters ventilated the home and urged residents to ensure working detectors and watch for symptoms like shortness of breath, dizziness, and blurred vision. The CDC warns carbon monoxide is odorless and colorless and can be produced by common household items.

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