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3 with serious injuries after carbon monoxide exposure, ATCEMS says
2 people with serious, potentially life-threatening injuries were airlifted to San Antonio, and a third was taken to Dell Children's Medical Center with potentially serious injuries.
AUSTIN, Texas - Austin-Travis County EMS and Austin firefighters are busy again responding to carbon monoxide exposures at homes.
Before 11 last night, crews were called to a house with 6 adults and 2 children who needed treatment.
Two seriously ill patients were airlifted to a hospital in San Antonio for specialized treatment, a teenager was also taken to Dell Children's with potentially serious injuries.
Carbon monoxide safety tips
It's never safe to run a generator in an enclosed space.
Instead, always keep the generator a safe distance from your home and point the exhaust away.
Never keep attempt to heat your home with grills, stoves, or ovens.