A Sparks family was taken to the hospital on Tuesday after firefighters detected dangerously high levels of carbon monoxide in their home.
Carbon monoxide poisoning can happen from small exposures over some time or in large doses in a short amount of time.
The Red Cross of Northern Nevada is reminding people to check their carbon monoxide alarms as the holidays approach. The reminder comes after recent carbon monoxide incidents in the region.
Actress Anna Faris and her relatives escaped a potential tragedy on Thanksgiving.
The Pershing County Sheriff's Office said a preliminary investigation from the Washoe County Medical Examiner's Office revealed the toxicology results 'findings were suspicious for carbon monoxide poisoning.'
Heavy snow and ice is to blame for snapped gas lines off the side of the Rideout Community Center in Tahoe City.
The Tahoe Fire and Fuels Team is sharing the following tips to help prevent any fires this year
Daylight saving time will end on Sunday, November 5, at 2:00 am, and clocks will be set one hour back to standard time.
It’s that time of year when the weather starts to get cold and the burn code goes into effect. Following the burn code rules will help keep our air quality cleaner during the winter season.
Carbon monoxide poisoning is not something to take lightly. Detectors are a must have to keep you safe, especially this time of year.