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‘Life has stopped’: Mother loses 4 children, grandmother to suspected carbon monoxide poisoning
By Alexis Means, Jordan Gartner at KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)
· July 18, 2026
· 2 min read
TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG/Gray News) - An Ohio mother is mourning the loss of her four young children and their grandmother, who have died following suspected carbon monoxide poisoning.Adriana Coleman says her children, Liberty, Storm, Legacy and Stone, and their grandmother, 36-year-old Candace McAllis...
Key takeaway Adriana Coleman says her children, Liberty, Storm, Legacy and Stone, and their grandmother, 36-year-old Candace McAllister, were killed earlier this week.
Why this matters in The Midland
In Midland , where families often rely on their vehicles for daily life, the tragic loss of a mother's four children and their grandmother to suspected carbon monoxide poisoning in Ohio serves as a stark reminder to local residents to be vigilant about vehicle safety. The incident highlights the dangers of carbon monoxide poisoning, which can occur when a vehicle is left running in an enclosed space. Midland residents, who often face extreme temperatures and may be tempted to warm up their vehicles in enclosed spaces, should be aware of the risks associated with carbon monoxide poisoning. Local authorities and safety experts may consider using this incident as an opportunity to educate the public about the importance of proper vehicle maintenance and safety precautions to prevent such tragedies from occurring in the Permian Basin area. Additionally, the fact that the family had no life insurance and is relying on donations to cover funeral expenses may resonate with local families who struggle to make ends meet.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 18, 2026 ·
Source: KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS) ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG/Gray News) - An Ohio mother is mourning the loss of her four young children and their grandmother, who have died following suspected carbon monoxide poisoning.Adriana Coleman says her children, Liberty, Storm, Legacy and Stone, and their grandmother, 36-year-old Candace McAllis...
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