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The town of Taboadela, in Ourense, has been the scene of a tragedy following the recent blackout that affected much of the Iberian Peninsula. An 81 and 77-year-old couple and their 56-year-old son were found dead in their home, allegedly due to carbon monoxide poisoning. According to preliminary investigations, the family had used an electric generator to power a respirator needed by one of its , which could have led to the accumulation of the lethal gas inside the home.
The generator, installed in the lower part of the house, is believed to have malfunctioned, emitting carbon monoxide that spread throughout the house. A home help worker discovered the bodies after receiving no response when she arrived at the house. Emergency services arrived at the scene but were unable to save the victims.
This incident is part of a series of incidents related to the massive blackout that began on Monday at 12:33 p.m., affecting various regions of Spain and Portugal. Authorities have launched an investigation to clarify the exact circumstances of the events and have reiterated the importance of taking precautions when using electric generators. It is recommended not to install these devices in enclosed spaces and to ensure that they are properly ventilated to avoid the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning.
A man dies in the Carabanchel neighborhood of Madrid
In Madrid, a man died in the Carabanchel neighborhood as a result of a fire caused by a candle lit at night. It is the first confirmed victim directly related to the power outage. The fire spread rapidly in his home, and the emergency services were unable to save his life.