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Deadly fumes from common plastics in homes warn fire officials
The Associated Press reports that polyurethane and polyvinyl chloride products such as foam pillows and vinyl beams can release deadly cyanide gas when burned. Experts note widespread use in furniture, insulation, and interiors, with building codes often ignoring the danger while carbon monoxide remains the most hazardous gas in any fire.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Merritt Birkey
The
Fire Prevention Administration
Richard Custer
National Bureau of Standards