Bahamas Hotel Cause of Death Revealed
A new report shows three Americans who died under mysterious circumstances at a resort in the Bahamas died from carbon monoxide poisoning.
The American tourists, all in their 60s, were found dead at the Sandals Emerald Bay resort on May 6, 2022. The victims were a Tennessee couple and a Florida resident staying in separate rooms next to each other in the same building at the resort.
Details of the Deadly Incident
Reports said the three tourists were unresponsive in their rooms after seeking medical attention for feeling ill the night before. According to the Royal Bahamian police, none of the victims showed any trauma but did show signs of convulsions.
Ongoing speculation about what might have caused the deaths included an investigation into the food that was served, an odor of insecticides, and a possible leak from the water heater and air conditioning on the property.
Another American staying at the same resort in a building next to where the three victims died speculated that a faulty air conditioner may have caused the deaths.
Bahamas police collected samples from the rooms where the tourists died and the surrounding property to determine if any contaminants were present.
Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
Carbon monoxide (CO) is an odorless, colorless, and tasteless gas. Breathing in CO is very dangerous as it is the leading cause of poisoning death in the nation. CO can occur indoors and kill anyone, including animals who breathe it.
CO poisoning occurs when there is an abundance of built-up gas in your bloodstream. When you breathe in carbon monoxide, the poisonous gas replaces the oxygen in your bloodstream. Your brain, heart, and body will become starved of oxygen, leading to severe tissue damage and death.
Most Common Sources of Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
Carbon monoxide gas is produced through the burning of materials. The most common causes of carbon monoxide poisoning usually come from:
- Furnaces, chimneys, and gas space heaters
- Generators, gas stoves, and other equipment powered by gasoline
- Fumes from car exhaust in garages without proper ventilation
Carbon monoxide poisoning can be especially dangerous for those who are intoxicated or sleeping. If you think you may have been exposed to carbon monoxide poisoning, get into the fresh air and get medical treatment immediately.
Signs of Carbon Monoxide in Your Home
Although you cannot see, smell or taste carbon monoxide, there are a few signs you can look for to determine if there is CO leakage in your home:
- Black marks on the front covers of gas fires.
- Yellow or brown stains on or around stoves, fires, or boilers.
- Heavy condensation is built up at the windowpane where the appliance is installed.
- Yellow flames coming from gas appliances.
- Smoke building up in rooms.
- Solid fuel fires burn a lot slower than usual.
- The pilot lights blow out frequently.
Symptoms of CO Poisoning
Symptoms may vary from person to person. However, young children, older adults, those with heart or lung disease, and smokers are most at risk. Symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning may include:
- Chest pains
- Breathlessness
- Loss of consciousness
- Nausea
- Headaches
- Dizziness
- Convulsions
- Confusion
- Fatigue
- Shock
- Muscle weakness
Watch YouTube Video: Carbon Monoxide Warning Signs Inside Your Home. This video from ABC Action News reports on vital warning signs of carbon monoxide to look for in your home.
Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Attorney
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