(CNN) More than half the 15 deaths associated with Hurricane Laura were caused by the improper use of portable generators. Eight of the state's confirmed deaths have been due to carbon monoxide poisoning, according to the Louisiana Department of Health. The state's department of health had stressed that generators should be used outdoors and placed away from windows, doors and vents -- all of which can allow carbon monoxide to seep inside. Because carbon monoxide is odorless, it can be difficult to detect and can be dangerous indoors. About 324,000 customers are still without power as outages remain "extensive" across Louisiana, according to the governor.

Source: CNN September 03, 2020 00:45 UTC