Tragic Deaths Bring Home Importance of Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detectors

Today's Chicago Tribune article reports the tragic news of deaths in Rogers Park due apparent carbon monoxide poising. CO2 is a silent killer and can tragically kill in a matter of minutes without the occupants knowing there is any problem. CO2 can accumulate for many reasons - including a faulty furnace, block exhaust, etc. Tragically, for one family in Rogers Park, awareness and prevention against this common risk come too late.