It started in January, when a carbon monoxide leak at Covington Middle School forced the building to shut down for several weeks. But even after it reopened, reports of symptoms like headaches, nausea, and fatigue persisted. Now a new report from the Environmental Integrity Project has named Covington’s paper mill among the nation’s top polluters in its industry.

Since January, students at Covington Middle School have missed over a month of school due to a carbon monoxide leak from a school stove.

In response to these concerns, a significant number of parents have filed a petition with the Virginia Board of Education, requesting the board to intervene and temporarily shut down Covington Middle School.

A winter storm is making its way through the Commonwealth, and with wintry weather comes a higher risk for carbon monoxide poisoning and fires.

Carbon monoxide poisoning is incredibly dangerous. Not only can it make you very sick, but it could even lead to death.

These winter storms that we are experiencing in our region can increase the risk in getting carbon monoxide poisoning.

Southern Trust Home Services offers tips to prevent exposure to carbon monoxide

Eight people are recovering after CJ Arrington and his team responded to Thelma Street early Sunday morning for reports of potential Carbon Monoxide poisoning. ROANOKE, Va – After eight people were rushed to the hospital over the weekend to be treated for cases of carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning, Roanoke City Fire and EMS staff are asking the community to know the signs. Eight people are recovering after CJ Arrington and his team responded to Thelma Street early Sunday morning for reports of potential carbon monoxide poisoning. In 2020, Roanoke Fire-Ems had 43 calls regarding carbon monoxide related issues. Perdue said a carbon monoxide alarm can make the difference between life or death.