Paramedics Poisoned By Carbon Monoxide

Five people, including two paramedics, have been taken to hospital with carbon monoxide poisoning following an incident at a house in Northern Ireland.

They developed the symptoms after the ambulance crew was called to the property in Newcastle, Co Down, on Friday evening.

The paramedics were able to treat themselves and the three others with oxygen.

The Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service, along with four additional ambulances, were sent to the scene.

High levels of the toxic gas, which can be deadly, were discovered at the house.

All five people have been checked for levels of contamination and are being treated but are expected to make a speedy recovery.