Constantine, Algeria – A tragic incident occurred in Constantine this evening, resulting in the deaths of three members of a family due to carbon monoxide poisoning. The victims were found in their home located in the 900-house Knaap neighborhood, in El Khroub.
According to a statement released by the Civil Protection services, they responded to an emergency call at 5:54 PM local time reporting cases of suffocation inside the residence. Upon arrival, first responders discovered three deceased individuals: two men and one woman, all belonging to the same family.
The cause of death was determined to be carbon monoxide poisoning, stemming from a faulty heating appliance within the home.
The bodies have been transported to the morgue at the local hospital. This incident serves as a somber reminder of the dangers associated with improper use and maintenance of heating systems, particularly during the colder months.
The Civil Protection services are renewing their call for citizens to exercise extreme caution when using heating appliances. They strongly advise ensuring adequate ventilation in homes and regularly maintaining heating equipment to prevent such devastating incidents from recurring. This tragedy underscores the importance of vigilance and preventative measures to safeguard against the silent threat of carbon monoxide poisoning.
