First responders safely removed Parker’s mother and siblings from the home, and the 12-year-old girl said she texted her grandmother about the incident. GoodMorningAmerica.com reported that firefighters said the family accidentally left the car running inside of the garage.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, carbon monoxide is an “odorless, colorless gas that can cause sudden illness and death.” Though most cases are accidental, carbon monoxide poisoning has lead to at least 430 deaths each year.

As for Parker, her mother spoke highly of her during the meeting.

“I’m proud of her, and I guess I’m doing a good job. I’m grateful to be here, I’m grateful for her, I’m grateful for the firefighters, and I thank everyone for y’alls concern,” Mitchell said.

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