Man Wearing N95 Mask Passes Out While Driving Car, Crashing into Pole

The driver passed out from a lack of oxygen, the Lincoln Park Police Department said

, wearing an N95 mask too long can cause someone to inadvertently restrict their oxygen — which is what they believed happened to a man who crashed his car on Thursday.You'll get the latest updates on this topic in your browser notifications.

“Motorists and the public alike are reminded that while masks should be used in public settings to help prevent the spread of COVID-19, they are not necessary outdoors when social distancing can be maintained, and especially not necessary when driving a vehicle with no additional occupants,” they added.A photo included in the LPPD’s post showed a ruby red vehicle with a badly damaged front end. An additional photo from the scene showed a telephone pole snapped at its base.

The CDPH advises people with heart and respiratory conditions to check with their doctor before using an N95 respirator. They also recommended respirators be worn no longer than eight hours and should never be used in a confined space with low oxygen levels. When used properly, the respirator masks are effective against biological particles such as pollen, mold spores, bacteria, and viruses.

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