Smart meters banned on Osoyoos reserve land

By Joe Fries - Penticton Western News Updated: June 14, 2013 10:42 AM

OIB Smart Meters Press Release

Citing “science-based evidence,” the Osoyoos Indian Band announced Thursday it would ban the installation of smart meters at 700 homes and businesses on reserve land.  “Having been presented with science-based evidence, the band council and I are convinced that Fortis’ proposed wireless smart meters in meshed-grid networks have the potential to harm our children and our environment,” Chief Clarence Louie said in a press release. “No scientist on the planet has been able to verify the safety of these extremely dangerous devices that emit microwave radiation 24/7 and which cannot be turned off.” The press release does not specify the science-based evidence upon which the council based its decision. Louie did not immediately respond to a request for comment Friday. (more)