NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) – Carbon monoxide poisoning cases are increasing in Nashville as people struggle to keep warm without electricity following recent the recent winter storm.
Metro Nashville Police are investigating a death in the city they believe resulted from carbon monoxide poisoning.
Multiple health facilities, including Vanderbilt Medical Center, Ascension Saint Thomas and Siloam Health, report treating more carbon monoxide poisoning cases since the storm hit the area. Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt said they’ve treated 48 children.
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Karen Babb is going on day five without power. After their generator broke, she and her family turned to camping techniques to stay warm…