Deadly Generator Warning Issued to Millions as Temperatures Plunge
Summary
Millions of people in California received a warning about the dangers of using generators improperly due to a drop in temperatures. These cold temperatures led people to consider other heat sources, but officials cautioned against using generators indoors due to the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning. Cold weather alerts were issued but were expected to end by Friday morning as temperatures started to warm up.Key Facts
- A cold weather warning was issued in California, affecting areas like Santa Rosa, San Jose, and Sonoma.
- Temperatures were expected to drop to around 10 degrees below normal for this time of year, hitting upper 20s to low 30s in some areas.
- Officials advised against using generators and grills indoors because they can cause carbon monoxide poisoning, which is dangerous and can be life-threatening.
- Carbon monoxide is a gas without smell or taste, that can build up indoors if appliances aren't vented properly.
- Symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning include headaches, dizziness, and confusion, and it can result in serious health issues or death.
- The National Weather Service expected temperatures to start returning to normal by Saturday.
- California's cold weather alerts were expected to end by 9 a.m. PST on Friday morning.
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