Six family members die after inhaling generator fumes in Rivers
Members of the Ogale community in Eleme, Rivers State, are mourning after a tragic loss. Six members of a family, including the parents and their children, reportedly died from suspected generator fume inhalation. The incident was confirmed by the Rivers State Police Command, which has launched an investigation. The family was said to be preparing to return to Port Harcourt before the tragedy occurred.
What happened
- Six family members in Ogale, Eleme Local Government Area, died from suspected generator fumes.
- The generator reportedly ran throughout the night until neighbours discovered the tragedy on Sunday morning.
- The generator was kept inside the living room due to fears of theft, according to Grace Iringe-Koko, the State Police Command spokesperson.
- The Rivers State Police Command is investigating the circumstances surrounding the deaths.
- A similar incident occurred in 2019 in Imo State, where at least 10 wedding guests died after inhaling generator fumes.
