Two men dead from carbon monoxide poisoning
Two men dead from carbon monoxide poisoning
Two men were found dead in an apartment in the Episkopi district of Limassol on Monday. The authorities immediately launched an investigation into the exact cause of death.
🔎 First findings on the incident
According to initial information, the men were discovered lifeless in their beds. While examining the premises, investigators came across a portable charcoal grill . It is suspected that the grill may have been used for heating purposes and that the men died of carbon monoxide poisoning as a result .
🚨 Police are investigating the possible cause
Police officers are currently on site and conducting the necessary investigations. The investigation is still in its early stages and a final confirmation of the cause of death is still pending.
⚠️ An autopsy should bring clarity
The results of the autopsy are expected in the coming days. These should provide final clarity about the exact circumstances of this tragic incident.
Note: Carbon monoxide (CO) is an odorless and colorless gas that is produced by incomplete combustion and can be life-threatening. It is strongly recommended that you never operate open fires or grills in enclosed spaces.
The two foreign nationals were found dead on the first floor of a building in Episkopi, Limassol, apparently from carbon monoxide poisoning.
The two foreign nationals were found dead on the first floor of a building in Episkopi, Limassol, apparently from carbon monoxide poisoning.
According to police reports, one of the men had previously stayed in the building, while the second victim was apparently a friend who had stayed there yesterday. The area where they were discovered had been converted into residential quarters and also housed company offices. Sources familiar with the investigation told Philenews that one of the victims was apparently linked to the company that worked in the building.
No fire detected
It is noteworthy that no fire broke out in the room and the fire department was not called to the scene , confirming earlier reports of the incident.
Carbon monoxide is particularly dangerous because it is colorless and odorless and can cause death before victims know it.
Authorities are expected to release further details as the investigation progresses.
It is noteworthy that no fire broke out in the room and the fire department was not called to the scene , confirming earlier reports of the incident.
Carbon monoxide is particularly dangerous because it is colorless and odorless and can cause death before victims know it.
Authorities are expected to release further details as the investigation progresses.
Symptoms: How to recognize carbon monoxide poisoning
The symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning are non-specific. They include:
The symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning are non-specific. They include:
- Fatigue, headache, general malaise, nausea, visual disturbances, dizziness, confusion, pressure on the chest, rapid heartbeat, unconsciousness, in the worst case, death by suffocation.
The deaths in Limassol have come against a backdrop of increasing public awareness of the growing housing crisis and inequality in Cyprus , and in Limassol in particular. On 15 February , a family of five died in their home in the working class district of Agios Nikolaos in Limassol after a fire broke out due to an electrical fault.
The housing crisis in Limassol is exacerbated by the city's development and plans, as it focuses on exclusive high-rise buildings for the rich, especially foreign investors.
This has driven up rental prices in Cyprus' second-largest city, forcing many families to seek cheaper and less secure alternatives. The family of five reportedly lived in a one-bedroom apartment divided in half with flammable panels .
This has driven up rental prices in Cyprus' second-largest city, forcing many families to seek cheaper and less secure alternatives. The family of five reportedly lived in a one-bedroom apartment divided in half with flammable panels .
The municipality of Limassol has issued a statement promising housing reform.
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