Residents and advocacy groups recently marked one year since Shell’s ethane cracker plant opened in Beaver County. The plant’s operations have been closely monitored by citizen watchdogs and activists to ensure environmental and public health concerns are addressed.
In related news, the Pennsylvania Department of Health is urging residents near the Beaver Valley Power Station to replace their expiring potassium iodide tablets. These tablets are essential for protecting people’s health in the event of a radiological emergency. To help residents stay prepared, the department is offering free replacement tablets at various locations around the state.
Local residents living near the nuclear power plant in Beaver County can receive their free supply of potassium iodide tablets at the Beaver Valley Mall’s Center at the Mall on June 12 from 2 to 7 p.m. Acting Secretary of Health Debra Bogen emphasized the importance of keeping medications up to date to ensure protection in rare emergencies.
Residents living or working within 10 miles of Pennsylvania’s active nuclear power plants can also request replacement tablets by visiting the distribution center at the Beaver Valley Mall or by calling the Department of Health. The upcoming event on June 12 will allow residents to pick up new tablets or exchange expiring ones at their convenience, without the need for appointments. This initiative aims to ensure that residents are prepared for any potential radiological emergencies in the future.