Carbon Monoxide to Blame in Teen Death in Oak Grove

Carbon monoxide poisoning is to blame for the death of a teenage girl in Oak Grove, MO on Tuesday evening.  Authorities discovered the body of the teenager when they were called to the fourplex house because of an odor reported by the neighbor.  Two others, the grandmother of the teen and another teenage girl, a friend of the victim were taken to an area hospital for treatment. 

According to authorities, a car running inside a garage is to blame for the carbon monoxide.  The garage doors were shut with the car running.  The car belongs to the grandmother, described as a woman in her 60s.  It is unclear at this time if the woman simply forgot to turn the vehicle off upon entering the garage.  The investigation into this matter continues.

Carbon monoxide poisoning is a real danger as it is odorless, tasteless, non-irritating and colorless.  Death from carbon monoxide poisoning can happen very quickly, depending on the concentration levels of the carbon monoxide present.  Treatment for carbon monoxide poisoning it usually the administration of oxygen.

This is a particularly disturbing case because it may have been an accidental death due to someone not remembering to turn off the ignition of the car in a closed garage.  At Roswold Law Group, we want everyone to know the signs of carbon monoxide poisoning:

• headache
• dizziness or vertigo
• flu-like symptoms

The best defense against carbon monoxide, however, is to have a carbon monoxide detector in your home.  As Kansas City Auto Accident Attorneys, we want to eliminate the senseless deaths and sickness caused by auto automobile carbon monoxide poisoning.  Let's take the time to make our homes safe!

If you or a loved one has suffered serious injury because of carbon monoxide poisoning, contact the experienced Kansas City Personal Injury Attorneys of Roswold Law Group.  With over 15 years of experience in Auto Injury Accident cases we can help.  Call today and set up your free consultation.