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Plugged Heat Exchanger Releases CO Into Home

Incident Investigation

Plugged Heat Exchanger Releases CO Into Home

January 29, 2023

Gas

Reference Number:

II-1504227-2023 (#31354)



Location: White Rock
Regulated industry sector: Gas - Natural gas system

 

Incident Overview

A hot water boiler was installed in a single-family home. Due to lack of maintenance, the heat exchanger became plugged with soot, allowing flue gases containing carbon monoxide to enter the home.

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