A first-of-its-kind lawsuit is slamming gas stove companies for their failure to disclose health risks associated with the common kitchen appliance. GE Appliances is being sued for failing to inform customers that normal use of their stoves could result in elevated exposure to air pollutants that can cause respiratory problems, according to reports by E&E News.
The U.S. Public Interest Research Group Education Fund filed a lawsuit against GE Appliances in an effort to hold gas stove companies accountable for the health risks caused by gas stoves.
"Gas stoves can be harmful to our health when used as directed, but this crucial information is not broadly available to the public," said Abe Scarr, energy and utilities program director at the U.S. PIRG Education Fund, in a statement, according to E&E News.
The lawsuit is the first time gas-stove critics have asked for a warning label to be required on the appliance. Gas stoves have been found to emit harmful pollutants, such as nitrogen dioxide, which can trigger and exacerbate asthma, E&E News reports.
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