Man dies and three hospitalized from carbon monoxide in Mount Gambier home
A 55-year-old man died and three others were hospitalized after carbon monoxide filled a Mount Gambier home due to heat beads burned indoors on Saturday. Emergency services found the men unconscious after a housemate called for help. Authorities have issued warnings against using charcoal cookers and outdoor heaters inside to prevent similar tragedies.
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Published 12 Jul 2026, 02:32 UTC · Updated 12 Jul 2026, 02:40 UTC
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