Public urged to invest in carbon monoxide alarms to prevent future tragedies

The public is being urged to be more carbon monoxide conscious following the death of a woman in Roscommon earlier this year.

A recent inquest at Roscommon Coroner's court heard a 59-year-old woman was found dead in her home earlier this year as a result of positioning from the colourless and odourless gas.

Owen Wilson is the Networks Safety Manager with Gas Networks Ireland.

He says getting a carbon monoxide alarm is something every household should have.

He also feels some simple maintenance can also be crucial in preventing a build-up of the colourless and odourless gas in people's homes

You can find more information on carbonmonoxide.ie or call 1800 898989.