Four people, three of them minors, were on the verge of tragedy after being poisoned with carbon monoxide

on the morning of December 3, 2025, four people, three of them minors, were on the verge of tragedy after being poisoned by carbon monoxide emanating from a faulty stove. According to the first information, the case was alerted to Service 112 at 01:38. A 44-year-old woman, as well as three minors aged 8, 11 and 15, from the town of Grozasca, Ungheni district, were urgently hospitalized after inhaling toxic gases. All family members suffered mild intoxication and received medical attention, and at the moment, their lives are out of any danger. They suffered mild intoxication and refused hospitalization.

according to the preliminary investigations, it is assumed that the family used a stove in the house, and due to the improper operation of the smoke exhaust channel, carbon monoxide entered the room. There was no fire inside the home. In this context, IGSU repeatedly warns the population about measures to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning.

IGSU repeatedly warns the population about measures to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning:

• Check stoves and flues before use;

• Ensure periodic cleaning of chimneys;

• Do not use defective or improvised stoves;

• Do not leave fire unattended;

• Air the rooms regularly, especially at night;

• Install smoke and carbon monoxide detectors in homes.

Following these simple measures significantly reduces the risk of emergency situations.

According to statistical data, during the year 2025, 19 cases of poisoning were registered, as a result of which 49 people, including 27 minors, were poisoned by combustion products, as a result of improper operation of the stoves, and two people lost their lives.