Couple Dies After Using Generator For Power

Corpus Christi (AP) - A couple using a gas-powered generator because their electricity was shut off died while sleeping in their bed, apparently from carbon monoxide poisoning, authorities said.

Christopher Felix Guajardo, 22, and Ashley Flores, 21, were found dead Friday morning. Corpus Christi Fire Department battalion chief Jeff Willis suspects they died from the gas.

Family members said the couple were supposed to spend a night in a motel with other family members, but were found by Guajardo's nephew.

"I went inside and I smelled the gas and tried waking up my uncle and my tia, his girlfriend, but they wouldn't wake up," Juan Ramirez said.

The couple's toddler son was staying with a grandparent.

A couple using a gas-powered generator because their electricity was shut off died while sleeping in their bed, apparently from carbon monoxide poisoning, authorities said.

Christopher Felix Guajardo, 22, and Ashley Flores, 21, were found dead Friday morning. Corpus Christi Fire Department battalion chief Jeff Willis suspects they died from the gas.

Family members said the couple were supposed to spend a night in a motel with other family members, but were found by Guajardo's nephew.

"I went inside and I smelled the gas and tried waking up my uncle and my tia, his girlfriend, but they wouldn't wake up," Juan Ramirez said.

The couple's toddler son was staying with a grandparent.

by: Dan Garcia