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Moldova: Three hospitalized after carbon monoxide poisoning

Three people were hospitalized following carbon monoxide poisoning incidents in the Comrat and Cimișlia districts of Moldova on October 18.

The first incident occurred in the village of Dezghingea, Comrat, where a 74-year-old woman and a 66-year-old man inhaled toxic fumes from a heating stove. A second case was reported in the village of Munteni, Cimișlia, involving a 69-year-old woman.

The General Inspectorate for Emergency Situations (IGSU) confirmed that no fires occurred in the residences. Authorities have issued warnings regarding the improper use of heating stoves, advising citizens to regularly inspect chimneys and avoid using damaged equipment or flammable liquids to start fires.

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General Inspectorate for Emergency Situations