Stay Prepared for Radiological Emergencies: PA Department of Health Offers Free Potassium Iodide Tablets to Beaver County Residents

One year has passed since Shell’s ethane cracker plant opened in Beaver County, and residents and advocacy groups have been closely monitoring its operations to address environmental and public health concerns. In related news, the Pennsylvania Department of Health is urging residents living near the Beaver Valley Power Station to replace their expiring potassium iodide tablets. These tablets are crucial for protecting people’s health during 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.