The Burlington Free Press

BURLINGTON, Vt. — Seven additional people are being treated this morning at Fletcher Allen Health Care for carbon monoxide poisoning, according to hospital spokesman Mike Noble. Their conditions are being evaluated in the emergency department at this time. Fire officials continue to stress the importance of clearing snow away from vent heaters.

The Burlington Fire Department responded to nine carbon monoxide-related emergencies Wednesday, fire officials said.

All of the incidents were blamed on an excessive snow buildup on direct vent heaters. One person was treated for suspected carbon monoxide poisoning at Fletcher Allen Health Care, said fire officials.

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