FIREFIGHTERS are reminding people to fit carbon monoxide alarms in their homes after being called to a suspected carbon monoxide leak at a detached house in East Acton Lane, Acton, on Friday (4).
Crew members wearing breathing apparatus located and isolated a leak caused by a petrol generator in the basement.
Ten people left the building before the brigade arrived. Five women were taken to hospital by ambulance.
Crews ventilated the building and used specialist equipment to confirm there were no lingering traces of carbon monoxide.
A brigade spokesperson said: “You can't taste, see or smell CO fumes, but it can kill in minutes.
"It's really important to fit a CO alarm in all rooms containing fuel-burning appliances, ensuring the alarm can be heard throughout your home.”
The brigade was called at 8.11pm and the incident was over for firefighters by 11.20. Two fire engines from Acton and Chiswick and rescue units from Wembley and Euston attended.
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