Fake Alcohol Killed My Daughter | Manchester News

A grieving mom is sounding the alarm after her daughter died from drinking fake alcohol in Bali — a tragedy that’s sparking a vital new campaign to save lives. Kirsty McKie, who thought she was sipping limoncello, unknowingly consumed methanol-laced poison that killed her. Her mother, Margaret, is now launching “Know the Signs” to warn travelers that methanol poisoning isn’t just a hangover — it can be fatal, with symptoms like blurred vision, extreme drunkenness, or breathing trouble appearing 12 to 48 hours later. Even trusted-looking drinks from unofficial sources can be deadly, and no legal recourse was possible because the bottle vanished. With warnings now in place for 29 tourist hotspots, Margaret’s mission is clear: awareness is the only defense against this silent killer — and she’s determined to make sure no other family suffers the same loss. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/fadb5de32b64fdfe