Carbon Monoxide Leak in Iserlohn Apartment Building Claims Life, Injures One
Emergency services responded to an unconscious person in an apartment building on Karl-Arnold Street in Iserlohn on Monday, June 23. Upon arrival, they discovered a significant carbon monoxide (CO) leak, leading to a major operation involving multiple fire stations and rescue services.
The alarm level was initially raised to 'Gas1-Triggered CO Alarm' when the fire engine arrived. However, it was quickly escalated to 'Gas 2' as a significantly increased CO concentration was found throughout the building. The rescue service's CO alarms went off immediately upon reaching the patient's apartments, indicating dangerously high levels of the gas.
The patient was promptly removed from the apartment, and resuscitation was started. Unfortunately, the resident of the apartment could not be saved. One person was transported to a local hospital. The building was evacuated and ventilated to ensure safety, and the gas supply was shut off. The operation lasted for four hours, with 56 firefighters and rescue service personnel on site. The cause of the carbon monoxide accumulation is currently under investigation by the police.
The incident on Karl-Arnold Street highlights the importance of carbon monoxide detectors and regular safety checks in residential buildings. The professional response from the fire brigade and rescue services ensured the safety of other residents and minimized potential damage. The police continue to investigate the cause of the carbon monoxide spread.
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