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Utilizing Syndromic Surveillance for Hurricane Irma-Related CO Poisonings in Florida
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On September 10, 2017, Hurricane Irma made landfall in Florida. Over 90% of Florida counties reported power outages as of September 11. During power outages, CO poisonings often occur due to indoor use of fuel combustion sources (e.g., cooking,… read more… power outages as of September 11. During power outages, CO poisonings often occur due to indoor use of fuel … (e.g., cooking, heating) or generators for electricity. CO poisoning is a reportable condition in Florida; health … of Health (FDOH). In Florida, approximately 202 cases of CO poisoning are reported each year (three-year average from …