As much as 57000 homes in southern Germany are deemed dangerous to live in, because of high levels of Radon gas. The risk of getting lung cancer is increased significantly, according to the German Department of Environment. The gas is traced back to the Chernobyl accident in Ukraine 14 years ago and is not a part of the natural background radiation found in some areas. The Norwegian police is, from July 1st, allowed to tap cellular phones and ISDN lines. The stated purpose of this, is «to strengthen the police’ ability to deal with criminal activity». 2.4 million, over half of the Norwegians, own a cellular phone. WEEK 3 2000 - January 3rd to 9th
RADON GAS FROM CHERNOBYL CAUSES ALARM IN GERMANY
As in other countries the radioactive fallout from Chernobyl is worse in high altitude areas.
POLICE IS ALLOWED TO TAP CELLULAR PHONES
This is one of many laws of surveillance and regulations passed both in Norway and many other countries in recent years.
Entered 2000-01-06