Carbon monoxide deaths: 2 dead, 6 others hospitalized in misuse of generators during Indiana power outages, fire chief says - ABC7 Chicago

Published
June 16, 2026
Outcome
Fatal
Location
Portage, Indiana
Incident type
Toxic Exposure

Summary

Toxic Exposure Portage Indiana in Portage, Indiana: Two people died from carbon monoxide poisoning in Portage, Indiana, following power outages caused by severe storms that began last Thursday. The incident occurred as utility crews worked to restore power to the area. Additionally, six other individuals were hospitalized due to a separate carbon monoxide exposure incident. Officials are urging the public to use generators safely and keep them at a distance from homes.

Original reporting

Carbon monoxide deaths: 2 dead, 6 others hospitalized in misuse of generators during Indiana power outages, fire chief says - ABC7 Chicago

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