Toxic Mold TRUTH » North Carolina http://www.toxicmoldtruth.com Toxic Mold Information Not Easily Found through Mainstream Channels Thu, 20 Oct 2011 19:13:36 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 Chapel Hill, NC school tests for toxic mold http://www.toxicmoldtruth.com/chapel-hill http://www.toxicmoldtruth.com/chapel-hill#comments Sat, 17 Apr 2010 15:35:26 +0000 shamel http://www.toxicmoldtruth.com/?p=1374 Toxic mold has been discovered at Ephesus Elementary in North Carolina. An indoor air quality test found higher than normal spore counts in an HVAC unit. The unit was cleaned, lowering the spore count; however, parents would like to have a professional do a thorough examination.

]]> Toxic mold has been discovered at Ephesus Elementary in North Carolina. An indoor air quality test found higher than normal spore counts in an HVAC unit. The unit was cleaned, lowering the spore count; however, parents would like to have a professional do a thorough examination.

]]> http://www.toxicmoldtruth.com/chapel-hill/feed 0 Toxic mold saga of Oak Ridge school http://www.toxicmoldtruth.com/oak-ridge http://www.toxicmoldtruth.com/oak-ridge#comments Sun, 28 Feb 2010 16:45:53 +0000 shamel http://www.toxicmoldtruth.com/?p=531 Updated 2-28-10…

Toxic mold was never definitely linked to Oak Ridge Elementary. Eight months after closing their doors, classes have now resumed at Oak Ridge. Many hours of work have been spent resolving issues that parents believe were making their children sick, including a number of changes to the HVAC system. Parents were able to tour [...]]]> Updated 2-28-10…

Toxic mold was never definitely linked to Oak Ridge Elementary. Eight months after closing their doors, classes have now resumed at Oak Ridge. Many hours of work have been spent resolving issues that parents believe were making their children sick, including a number of changes to the HVAC system. Parents were able to tour the new-and-improved Oak Ridge last week, and crews were still making last-minute preparations for the returning students on Monday. The school will continue to monitor conditions inside the building.

Updated 1-27-10…

Has the toxic mold issue been resolved at Oak Ridge? Good question. Seven months and $1.6 million later, school officials still can’t say if the problem has been fixed, or if there ever was one. None of the inspections performed at the school have definitively linked mold to the illnesses reported. Turner Building Science and Design said testing has been done to ensure that moisture and mold levels are within acceptable ranges. Superintendent Mo Green said he takes the clearance testing results as an indication the school is safe to return to.

Updated 10-27-09…

The toxic mold issue at Oak Ridge has left all parents frustrated, to say the least. The school system is awaiting environmental results from NIOSH before allowing students back in the school, however, a petition is being signed by some parents requesting permission to return by January 4, 2010. Oak Ridge PTA President Ashley Royal said the petition signals a shift in public perception on the Oak Ridge problem. She said the petitioners think they have waited patiently while the school system has spent months trying to fix a problem that doesn’t affect many students, but are frustrated with the inconvenience of sending their children to three different schools.

Updated 8-4-09…

Toxic mold may also be an issue at Oak Ridge alternative locations. Fourth and fifth grade students were to begin school in the Cone building at Oak Ridge Military Academy, however a “musty dank odor”, water-damaged ceiling tiles, soiled carpet and a water leak in the HVAC room have changed those plans. Inspectors also found “surface mold contamination” in the HVAC diffusers at Colfax Elementary where Kindergarten and first graders were relocated. Repair status is unknown.

Updated 8-1-09…

A preliminary report has confirmed mold at Oak Ridge Elementary. The NIOSH was brought in to bring a higher level of expertise to the “sick” school. The report showed mold in various locations of the building. The team spent three days examining the school and left monitoring equipment behind to collect data. Their final report may take up to two months to complete.

Updated 6-30-09…

Toxic mold at Oak Ridge school has been ruled out. Ward Robinson of the Guilford County Department of Public Health believes the building itself is sick…a term is used to describe the poor circulation of fresh air in a closed building. He feels the problem involves the imbalance of the air conditioning system and dehumidifier. This could lead to bad and dry air in parts of the building, which may result in feelings of tiredness, headaches and nose bleeds…all similar symptoms of toxic mold.

Updated 6-26-09…

According to this news report, self-proclaimed mold expert Linda May says she believes the mold at Oak Ridge Elementary is the worst case she’s ever seen. She performed her services at no charge, and offered free advice to the school board. She recommended that students and staff not be allowed back in the building. School officials disagree, and are awaiting the federal investigation by NIOSH.

However, this quote from an in-depth article sums up concerns about her expertise…”There is every reason to be skeptical of May and of her claims. To begin with, despite her repeated claims of connections with OSHA, the EPA and the Department of Defense, there is no indication that she has any connection with those agencies, and despite being asked repeatedly, she provided no documentation to prove any such connection. Pressed for her qualifications on Friday, June 12, she would say only that she has a bachelor’s degree in public safety from the University of Illinois, a bachelor’s degree in nursing from Lakeview College of Nursing in Illinois and took a three-week training course, which she couldn’t describe with any specificity, from OSHA at some time during the 1990s. She said she would email documents to support those three claims, but never did.”

Updated 6-22-09…

Oak Ridge Elementary continues to struggle with toxic mold. Classes won’t be held this summer, as school officials investigate why teachers and kids are getting sick. The school will be working with the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health to determine if toxic mold and other health hazards are present.

Updated 5-30-09…

Oak Ridge teachers are fed up with toxic mold. With just a few weeks remaining in the school year, teachers take their students to the only place they feel is safe…outside. The district says it’s okay as long as the students are learning. Teachers plan to keep the kids outside as long as possible in order to limit their exposure to mold.

Updated 5-23-09…

Angry parents demand answers to toxic mold problems. End of Grade testing has been interfered with because kids have been going home sick. There have been unusually high numbers of headaches, nose bleeds, sore throats and lethargy. Health inspectors have found no mold, but further testing is needed. The school principal suspects ventilation problems.

Updated 5-21-09…

Oak Ridge Elementary is still receiving complaints over toxic mold. A teacher claims his symptoms have gotten worse, and he is no longer able to teach. Doctors have tested him positive for aspergellis and penicillin. A parent has pulled her daughter out of school due to mold sickness, unsure of when she will return.

Oak Ridge Elementary parents are concerned about toxic mold. Letters were sent out regarding the hygiene of various classrooms. Renovation plans are underway, however, parents are questioning the environmental safety of their children. Mold has been a problem at Oak Ridge since it’s construction in 2005.

]]> http://www.toxicmoldtruth.com/oak-ridge/feed 0 ECSU addresses toxic mold concerns http://www.toxicmoldtruth.com/elizabeth-city http://www.toxicmoldtruth.com/elizabeth-city#comments Fri, 20 Nov 2009 02:48:59 +0000 shamel http://www.toxicmoldtruth.com/?p=1245 Updated 11-19-09… Non-toxic mold is the reported result at ECSU. Mold was discovered in the band hall and mechanical room of the Fine Arts Center, and then across campus in the G.R. Little Theater. Clean up has already begun, dehumidifiers are being used, and ceiling tiles are being replaced. New procedures are being followed in order [...]]]> Updated 11-19-09…
Non-toxic mold is the reported result at ECSU. Mold was discovered in the band hall and mechanical room of the Fine Arts Center, and then across campus in the G.R. Little Theater. Clean up has already begun, dehumidifiers are being used, and ceiling tiles are being replaced. New procedures are being followed in order to avoid any future occurrences.

Original post 10-26-09…
Toxic mold appears to be an issue at Elizabeth City State University. The problem is originating in the Fine Arts center. Some classes have been held outside, and one particular student wears a mask when he can because the smell and mold have gotten so bad. “Basically it’s gotten to the point now our chests are starting to get congested, our throats started getting backed up,” student Akeem Williams said. ECSU leaders acknowledge conditions have deteriorated and warrant a full scale solution.

]]> http://www.toxicmoldtruth.com/elizabeth-city/feed 0 Complaints of toxic mold at Fort Bragg http://www.toxicmoldtruth.com/fort-bragg http://www.toxicmoldtruth.com/fort-bragg#comments Thu, 29 Oct 2009 20:41:47 +0000 shamel http://www.toxicmoldtruth.com/?p=1253 Toxic mold is one of several issues facing Fort Bragg. A North Carolina group studying soldier housing says, “the barracks are not a suitable home for the Single Soldier and do not meet the Army standard for quality of life and mission readiness.” Col. Stephen J. Sicinski, the garrison commander, defends the living conditions, and [...]]]> Toxic mold is one of several issues facing Fort Bragg. A North Carolina group studying soldier housing says, “the barracks are not a suitable home for the Single Soldier and do not meet the Army standard for quality of life and mission readiness.” Col. Stephen J. Sicinski, the garrison commander, defends the living conditions, and believes “our barracks across the board are better than they have ever been in the history of our armed forces.”


Watch CBS News Videos Online

Fort Bragg has been a pilot program for the First Sergeants Barracks Initiative, a group that gained momentum after a paratrooper’s father posted a video on the internet depicting the poor facilities. The Army has since ordered worldwide inspections of its barracks.

]]> http://www.toxicmoldtruth.com/fort-bragg/feed 0 North Carolina school may have toxic mold http://www.toxicmoldtruth.com/t-c-berrien-school http://www.toxicmoldtruth.com/t-c-berrien-school#comments Fri, 09 Oct 2009 01:31:59 +0000 shamel http://www.toxicmoldtruth.com/?p=1189 T C Berrien teachers have complained about possible toxic mold. Students and faculty have been removed from their building while repairs are being made. A letter was sent to the parents stating the relocation was due to leaky pipes. A new roof, as well as new tile and carpeting will be installed. Environmental specialist Tony [...]]]> T C Berrien teachers have complained about possible toxic mold. Students and faculty have been removed from their building while repairs are being made. A letter was sent to the parents stating the relocation was due to leaky pipes. A new roof, as well as new tile and carpeting will be installed. Environmental specialist Tony Ferguson visited the building after receiving complaints about mold. His observation of the building spurred a call to the Department of Health and Human Services who has more expertise to handle the situation.

]]> http://www.toxicmoldtruth.com/t-c-berrien-school/feed 0 Allergy proofing your home http://www.toxicmoldtruth.com/charlotte http://www.toxicmoldtruth.com/charlotte#comments Mon, 21 Sep 2009 02:53:35 +0000 shamel http://www.toxicmoldtruth.com/?p=1169 Mold is a common cause of allergies. This article discusses tips to help minimize or prevent those pesky flare-ups. Allergy sufferers could also benefit by diffusing Thieves oil in their home or car. This essential oil can be very effective against mold, pollen, or other allergy hosts.

]]> Mold is a common cause of allergies. This article discusses tips to help minimize or prevent those pesky flare-ups. Allergy sufferers could also benefit by diffusing Thieves oil in their home or car. This essential oil can be very effective against mold, pollen, or other allergy hosts.

]]> http://www.toxicmoldtruth.com/charlotte/feed 0 Spring cleaning and toxic mold http://www.toxicmoldtruth.com/spring-cleaning-and-toxic-mold http://www.toxicmoldtruth.com/spring-cleaning-and-toxic-mold#comments Sun, 24 May 2009 22:26:38 +0000 shamel http://www.toxicmoldtruth.com/?p=560 Spring cleaners should be aware of toxic mold. It is commonly found in warm, dark places such as basements and crawl spaces, and often indicated by a musty odor. Bathrooms and closets with inadequate ventilation can also lead to mold growth. Homeowners can take samples with q-tips to have mold tested.

]]> Spring cleaners should be aware of toxic mold. It is commonly found in warm, dark places such as basements and crawl spaces, and often indicated by a musty odor. Bathrooms and closets with inadequate ventilation can also lead to mold growth. Homeowners can take samples with q-tips to have mold tested.

]]> http://www.toxicmoldtruth.com/spring-cleaning-and-toxic-mold/feed 0 NC couple horrified at toxic mold in mattress http://www.toxicmoldtruth.com/nc-couple-horrified-at-toxic-mold-in-mattress http://www.toxicmoldtruth.com/nc-couple-horrified-at-toxic-mold-in-mattress#comments Fri, 24 Apr 2009 19:02:31 +0000 shamel http://www.toxicmoldtruth.com/?p=361 A North Carolina couple finds toxic mold in their Sleep Number bed. The Shamps were shocked when they looked inside thier mattress and found it eaten up with toxic mold. They notified Select Comfort, who agreed to refund their money upon return of the damaged items. The Shamps do not plan to join the lawsuit [...]]]> A North Carolina couple finds toxic mold in their Sleep Number bed. The Shamps were shocked when they looked inside thier mattress and found it eaten up with toxic mold. They notified Select Comfort, who agreed to refund their money upon return of the damaged items. The Shamps do not plan to join the lawsuit already in place against the company, however they would like to see that Select Comfort is more up front with customers about potential mold problems.

]]> http://www.toxicmoldtruth.com/nc-couple-horrified-at-toxic-mold-in-mattress/feed 0 Toxic mold turns dream home into nightmare http://www.toxicmoldtruth.com/toxic-mold-turns-dream-home-into-nightmare http://www.toxicmoldtruth.com/toxic-mold-turns-dream-home-into-nightmare#comments Mon, 23 Mar 2009 00:03:02 +0000 shamel http://www.faceoftoxicmold.com/?p=89 The Hodges family was plunged into a toxic mold nightmare as they were forced to leave their dream home in Oak Ridge, NC. Spacious and brand-new, it seemed like the perfect home for the couple and their daughter. However, four years later, the house sits empty after a testing expert found high levels of toxic [...]]]> The Hodges family was plunged into a toxic mold nightmare as they were forced to leave their dream home in Oak Ridge, NC. Spacious and brand-new, it seemed like the perfect home for the couple and their daughter. However, four years later, the house sits empty after a testing expert found high levels of toxic mold throughout. The family had to move in with family and friends, and they recall suffering from colds and allergies that never seemed to go away.

]]> http://www.toxicmoldtruth.com/toxic-mold-turns-dream-home-into-nightmare/feed 0