Carbon Monoxide Alarm in Bottrop - Five People Injured - Carbon Monoxide Poisoning in Bottrop: Grill Mishap Affects Five, Including Children
A charcoal grill mishap led to a carbon monoxide (CO) buildup in a Bottrop residence, affecting five occupants, including three children. Firefighters responded to a domestic fall and discovered the dangerous CO levels.
The improper use of a charcoal grill caused the CO buildup. The grill was placed too close to the apartment door, or even inside at times. This allowed CO to accumulate and seep into the living space. Five occupants, three of whom were children aged 11 to 16, had elevated CO levels in their blood. Two were taken to a hospital in Gelsenkirchen, and three to one in Bottrop, all complaining of headaches and nausea.
Firefighters ventilated the building, ensuring no CO remained. They were called to the scene after a domestic fall, indicating that the CO alarm was not initially the primary concern. In Bottrop, the entity responsible for fire watch, who could provide detailed information about the incident, is not explicitly named. However, companies like FK Sicherheit GmbH, operating in nearby regions, offer certified fire watch services, suggesting a similar professional service or local fire department officials held this responsibility.
The incident serves as a reminder of the dangers of improper grill use. Always ensure grills are used outdoors and at a safe distance from living spaces. The affected individuals are expected to recover, and the building is now safe for occupancy.
