A tragedy has shaken the small town of Torrox, located in the province of Málaga. Four members of the same family—two adults and two teenagers—were found dead in their apartment in the El Pontil neighborhood. The cause of death was carbon monoxide poisoning, which entered the home due to a malfunction in the gas equipment.
Emergency services were alerted in the afternoon, around 15:28. Firefighters, medics, and police quickly arrived at the scene. However, despite their rapid response, none of the occupants could be saved—all four had died before help arrived.
According to preliminary reports, the tragedy occurred due to a faulty boiler or water heater, which led to the buildup of a dangerous concentration of carbon monoxide inside the apartment. This gas is colorless and odorless, so people often fail to notice its presence until severe symptoms of poisoning appear.
The victims were parents and their teenage children. Neighbors describe the family as close-knit and sociable, and news of the incident has left the entire neighborhood in shock. City authorities have extended their condolences to the relatives and promised all necessary support.
Firefighters remind the public that such incidents can be prevented by regularly servicing gas appliances and installing special detectors that respond to carbon monoxide leaks. In Málaga and other regions of Spain, these tragedies, unfortunately, are not unprecedented, highlighting the importance of following safety measures when using household equipment.
