A Houma family was hospitalized for carbon monoxide poisoning this Saturday, according to reports from local fire authorities. The Bayou Cane Fire Protection District responded to a call at a residence in the 2900 block of Broadmoor Avenue in Houma after receiving alerts regarding a person who was struggling to breathe and was possibly on the verge of losing consciousness. When firefighters arrived, they discovered three family members vomiting and barely conscious due to the colorless, odorless gas.
As per a release cited by WWLTV, "Carbon Monoxide levels where they were sleeping read 800 ppm which is lethal." Two generators were found to have been running at the time of the incident—one inside the garage and another on the porch, both areas not recommended for such devices. The firefighters emphasized that the family is lucky to quickly be taken to medical care.
According to WDSU, doorways to the home were left open, enabling the dangerous gas to easily flow inside. The Bayou Cane Fire Protection District stated the family is now in stable condition. The incident has prompted the fire department to remind the community about the dangers of improper generator use and the importance of following safety guidelines.
NOLA.com reported that the levels of carbon monoxide in the bedrooms were dangerously high and All three patients were taken to the hospital in critical condition. With the Bayou Cane Fire Protection District adding in a heartfelt statement, "This family is lucky to be alive". In addressing the gravity of the incident, the district reiterated the importance of operating generators safely to prevent similar tragedies.
