I share this information from the EPA (Environmental Protection Agency USA) website. There is a strange feeling… And stranger coincidences… Recently there has been a push for funds. In looking for those funds, the old wheels of astrology have been turning slowly. But then, it spurns a curiosity. A draw to spin the wheel forward… To look, at other times. Different times. Different Maps.
A curiosity not thought about in years.
Other esoteric arrows have also come from the region.
It’s rare that this sort of thing pops in and out so directly. In all honesty, it would be very nice if it turns out this is all bullshit and imagination. As I suspect most things leaking out of my head are. I.e. Creative Writing. but it creeps… it bugs…
September 10
My friends in Europe, Ukraine, Russia, beware. Be safe.
I did not write the following though I did edit out some links and things. It is copied and pasted from public service information brought to us from the EPA.
Protecting Yourself from Radiation
Radiation is part of our life. Background radiation, coming primarily from natural minerals, is around us all the time. Fortunately, there are very few situations where an average person is exposed to uncontrolled sources of radiation above background. Nevertheless, it is wise to be prepared and know what to do if such a situation arises.
One of the best ways to be prepared is to understand the radiation protection principles of time, distance and shielding. During a radiological emergency (a large release of radioactive material into the environment), we can use these principles to help protect ourselves and our families.
On this page:
Time, distance and shielding
Radiation emergencies
Resources
Time, Distance and Shielding
Time, distance, and shielding actions minimize your exposure to radiation in much the same way as they would to protect you against overexposure to the sun:
Protecting Yourself
Time: For people who are exposed to radiation in addition to natural background radiation, limiting or minimizing the exposure time reduces the dose from the radiation source.
Distance: Just as the heat from a fire reduces as you move further away, the dose of radiation decreases dramatically as you increase your distance from the source.
Shielding: Barriers of lead, concrete, or water provide protection from penetrating gamma rays and x-rays. This is why certain radioactive materials are stored under water or in concrete or lead-lined rooms, and why dentists place a lead blanket on patients receiving x-rays of their teeth. Therefore, inserting the proper shield between you and a radiation source will greatly reduce or eliminate the dose you receive.
Radiation Emergencies
In a large scale radiological release, such as a nuclear power plant accident or terrorist incident, the following advice has been tested and proven to provide maximum protection.
If a radiation emergency occurs, you can take actions to protect yourself, your loved ones and your pets: Get Inside, Stay Inside and Stay Tuned. Follow the advice of emergency responders and officials.
Get Inside
Get Inside
In a radiation emergency you may be asked to get inside a building and take shelter for a period of time.
This action is called “sheltering in place.”
Get to the middle of the building or a basement, away from doors and windows.
Bring pets inside.
Stay Inside
Stay Inside
Staying inside will reduce your exposure to radiation.
Close windows and doors.
Take a shower or wipe exposed parts of your body with a damp cloth.
Drink bottled water and eat food in sealed containers.
Stay Tuned
Stay Tuned
Get the latest information from radio, television, the Internet, mobile devices, etc.
Potassium iodide (KI)
Do not take potassium iodide (KI) or give it to others unless specifically directed to do so by the health department, emergency personnel, or your doctor.
KI is prescribed only in cases where radioactive iodine is released into the environment and protects only the thyroid gland. KI works by filling a person’s thyroid with stable iodine while the harmful radioactive iodine from the waste is not absorbed, thereby reducing the risk of future thyroid cancer.
Below are questions and answers from the Potassium Iodide (KI)EXITEXIT EPA WEBSITE page on the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) website (in English).
What is potassium iodide?
KI (potassium iodide) does not keep radioactive iodine from entering the body and is unable to reverse the health effects caused by radioactive iodine when the thyroid is damaged.
KI (potassium iodide) protects only the thyroid gland from radioactive iodine, but not other parts of the body.
KI (potassium iodide) is not able to protect the body from radioactive elements other than radioactive iodine – in the absence of radioactive iodine, taking KI does not provide protection and can be harmful.
Table salt and iodine-rich foods do not contain enough iodine to prevent radioactive iodine from entering the thyroid gland. Do not use table salt or food as a substitute for KI.
How does KI (potassium iodide) work?
The thyroid gland is unable to distinguish between stable iodine and radioactive iodine. It absorbs both types of iodine.
KI (potassium iodide) prevents radioactive iodine from entering the thyroid gland. When a person takes KI, the stable iodine in the preparation is taken up by the thyroid gland. Because KI contains so much stable iodine, the thyroid gland “overfills” and can no longer absorb iodine—neither stable nor radioactive—for the next 24 hours.
KI (potassium iodide) cannot provide 100% protection against radioactive iodine. Security will increase depending on three factors.
Time after exposure: The sooner a person takes KI, the more time the thyroid gland will have to “refuel” with stable iodine.
Absorption: The amount of stable iodine that enters the thyroid gland depends on how quickly KI is absorbed into the blood.
Dose of radioactive iodine: Minimizing the total amount of radioactive iodine a person receives reduces the amount of harmful radioactive iodine that is absorbed by the thyroid gland.
How often should I take KI (potassium iodide)?
Taking a stronger dose of KI (potassium iodide) or taking KI more often than recommended does not provide more protection and may cause severe illness or death.
A single dose of KI (potassium iodide) protects the thyroid gland for 24 hours. To protect the thyroid gland, as a rule, a single dose in the prescribed sizes is sufficient.
In some cases, people may be exposed to radioactive iodine for more than a day. If this happens, health or emergency officials may recommend that you take one dose of KI (potassium iodide) every 24 hours for several days.
What are the side effects of KI (potassium iodide)?
Side effects of KI (potassium iodide) may include stomach or gastrointestinal upset, allergic reactions, rashes, and inflammation of the salivary glands.
When taken as recommended, KI (potassium iodide) may occasionally cause adverse thyroid health effects.
These rare side effects are more likely if a person:
taking a higher KI dose than recommended
takes the drug for several days in a row
already has thyroid disease
Newborn babies (under 1 month of age) who receive more than one dose of KI (potassium iodide) are at risk of developing a condition known as hypothyroidism (too low thyroid hormone levels). Left untreated, hypothyroidism can lead to brain damage.
Infants receiving more than one dose of KI should have their thyroid hormone levels checked and monitored by a physician.
Avoid repeated administration of KI to neonates.