Advertisement'A Disaster Within A Disaster': Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Cases Are Surging In TexasFebruary 18, 2021Rachel TreismanfacebookEmailPeople in Houston wait in line to fill their propane tanks on Wednesday amidst widespread power outages related to the winter storm. Cases of carbon monoxide poisoning in the state have increased in recent days, with officials attributing most to the improper use of heating devices like charcoal grills and portable generators. (The Washington Post via Getty Images)