Radiation Found in Niagara Backyards | Buffalo News

Radioactive material has turned up in backyards across Niagara County, sparking alarm in a region with a troubling history of hazardous waste and lax environmental controls. The DEC, which has been quietly collecting samples for years, says they’re not hiding anything — and that current levels aren’t an immediate threat. But a controversial waiver request for property testing fueled community anger, prompting the DEC to revise the forms for transparency. Results take weeks, and full risk assessments could take months, so officials are urging calm while advising simple safety steps like washing hands after outdoor play. Homeowners will be contacted directly if any danger is confirmed — and the state Health Department is on standby to help. 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/9456288b552d83ce