In Lviv this year, 20 cases of carbon monoxide poisoning have been recorded due to violations of the rules for operating gas appliances. These incidents have affected 44 people, including 22 children, and two people have died. This was reported by the Department of Civil Protection and Territorial Defense of the Lviv City Council.
Experts emphasize the importance of ensuring the inflow of fresh air into rooms with gas appliances through open windows, doors, and ventilation channels. Chimneys must be clean to prevent the accumulation of carbon monoxide.
Symptoms of poisoning include headaches, weakness, drowsiness, dizziness, and vomiting. If these symptoms appear, all burning appliances should be immediately turned off, and exposed individuals should go outside for fresh air. Emergency medical services and the gas emergency service should be called.
Remember the explosive danger of gas! In case of accidents, contact emergency services at the following numbers: ambulance – 103, fire service – 101, gas service – 104, police – 102.