Denver's Lofgren Family Tragically Lose Their Lives Due to Carbon Monoxide Poisoning

Family and friends of the Lofgren family, of Denver, Colorado, are experiencing a huge loss this week. On Friday, November 28^th Parker, Caroline, and their children Owen and Sophie were found dead in an Aspen home due to carbon monoxide poisoning.

According to a family friend, the Lofgren family won a visit to the Aspen home in a fundraiser and had planned a Thanksgiving get away with friends. When the friends arrived at the house on Friday afternoon, they found the Lofgren family members deceased.

ABC News is reporting that issues with the heating and snow-melting system was the cause of the carbon monoxide leak. Additional details are sure to follow, as well as determining if anyone is to blame for the tragic accident.

Since carbon monoxide is colorless, odorless and quite deadly, it is extremely important to have a working detector in your home. With such a tragic and preventable accident, it is a perfect time to make sure all of your detectors are in working condition. If you don't have a carbon monoxide detector, consider purchasing one. They are available at most hardware/home stores and range in price from $15 - $50.

For more information on the Lofgren family, or information on donations, please visit http://www.st-annes.org/lofgren. Donations can also be made to Girls Inc of Denver, Young American's Bank or the Summer Scholars Program - a few of the many charities this family was involved in.