NECRA update: 726 properties screened since Jul 23, 475+ cleared, 30 referred to EPA, 4 recommended for voluntary relocation

DEC and EPA's Aug 24 progress report on the Niagara-Erie radiological assessment: signed access agreements grew from a handful to nearly 1,030 in a month; 726 properties screened since Jul 23; more than 475 owners notified that no further investigation is needed; 30 properties referred to EPA for additional investigation; 4 recommended for voluntary relocation. A new NECRA helpline (844-612-8144) launched Aug 24. The agencies say the vast majority of screened properties will need no further action.