B.C. pollution tests kept under wraps
Extreme levels of a toxic chemical were found in air samples from a Prince George, B.C., neighbourhood more than 18 months ago, but the community still has not been told of the danger, CBC News has learned.
Tests performed in the Millar Addition neighbourhood showed formaldehyde levels more than 18 times the acceptable level.
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Written by Dave Fuller
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Tuesday, 05 January 2010 19:07 |
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2009 was a eventful year for PACHA and we want to thank all of you for your support and encouragement for our initiatives in working to clean the air in Prince George.
Here are some of the events that took place.
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Court finds Wood Smoke Hazardous to Health |
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Written by Dave Fuller
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Thursday, 05 November 2009 19:33 |
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Court finds Wood Smoke
Hazardous to Health
UPdate Fall 2008
Wood smoke from a neighbor’s stove can be more than just an annoyance. It can be a threat to health and to enjoyment of property. In February 2008, the Supreme Court of Ontario found that Brenda and David Deumo of Hamilton, Ontario had suffered harm “severe enough to deprive [them] of the ability to stay outdoors in their yard, or to go to the house and leave the windows open. It even caused them some disturbance when the windows were closed. It was a severe interference with the use and enjoyment of the property.”
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Last Updated on Thursday, 05 November 2009 19:33 |
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First Results From Bucket Brigade |
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The first results of PACHA's "Sink The Stink" air sampling buckets are now available.
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Odors Making People Sick in PG |
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Written by Dave Fuller
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Monday, 21 September 2009 07:20 |
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Summary of PACHA and MACC Odor Meeting Friday Sept 18th 2009
Denny Larson made a presentation to 85 people regarding the bucket brigade , Global Community Monitor and how our community could make changes for better air. Denny asked the audience what the odors smelled like and how they affected people . The responses were as follows
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