Carbon monoxide levels during indoor sporting events--Cincinnati, 1992-1993

MMWR Morb Mortal Wkly Rep. 1994 Jan 21;43(2):21-3.

Abstract

Carbon monoxide (CO) produced by internal combustion engines is an indoor health hazard. High CO levels can occur during indoor sporting events--such as tractor pulls--that involve vehicles modified to achieve high horsepower. In January and March 1992 and January 1993, the Cincinnati Health Department evaluated CO levels during tractor pulls, monster-truck jumps, and a mud race event held in an indoor arena with a seating capacity of approximately 16,000 persons. This report summarizes findings from the evaluations.

MeSH terms

  • Air Pollution, Indoor / analysis*
  • Automobiles*
  • Carbon Monoxide / analysis*
  • Ohio
  • Sports*
  • Vehicle Emissions / analysis*

Substances

  • Vehicle Emissions
  • Carbon Monoxide