"3 constructors found dead at Pataskala building site <br />Investigators hope to learn more today about the deaths of three construction workers, found at a job site Monday on Applewood Drive in Pataskala. Pataskala Police Chief Chris Forshey wasn't speculating on how the 3 died, but it could have been carbon monoxide fumes from a space heater there to keep them warm as they worked overnight. 1 worker survived and was taken to OSU Medical Center."<br /><br />Please remember to check the batteries in you CO detectors, and use CO detectors wherever you use gas- or wood-burning appliances. Have your fireplace chimneys inspected and cleaned yearly.<br />(While you're at it, change the batteries in your smoke detectors as well.)<br />Let's be careful, friends!<br /><br />And in case you're interested on where to install CO detectors, here's the result of a search:<br /><br />In general, carbon monoxide detectors should be placed high (near the ceiling) for most effective use. Detectors should also not be placed within five feet of gas fueled appliances or near cooking or bathing areas.
