Couple Dies of Carbon Monoxide Poisoning, 6 Hospitalized as IN Officials Push Generator Safety

Couple dies in Northwest Indiana from carbon monoxide poisoning during power outages; officials warn of generator dangers

Two people died after carbon monoxide from a portable generator filled their camper during last week’s widespread power outages, prompting Portage officials to remind residents how dangerous generators can be when used incorrectly.

Couple dies from carbon monoxide poisoning tied to generator use in NW Indiana

Two people were killed by carbon monoxide in northwest Indiana when they tried to use a generator after losing power in the aftermath of storms last week. The couple was identified as Sal and Debbie Fogu, described as the friendly couple at Lakeshore Camp Resort in Portage. “They helped anybody,” said Vicki, their sister-in-law. “No matter what situation it was. Both of them. Debbie kind of let Sal lead the show. They loved people, family. They …

Palos Hills couple dies of carbon monoxide poisoning from generator after storm

A Palos Hills couple died of carbon monoxide poisoning Saturday morning in Portage after a portable generator filled their camper.

Couple dies of carbon monoxide poisoning, 6 hospitalized as IN officials push generator safety

Deborah and Salvatore Fogu died and 6 others were hospitalized from carbon monoxide poisoning in misuse of generators during Portage, IN outages.