The problems with high tension lines are broken into two categories of exposure, direct and indirect.
        -direct means shock or by radiation ionium from current flow.
        -indirect means from use of pesticides and sprays to keep plants out of lines. 

Shock or contact by near field effect on metal objects is a problem and could cause memory losses, psychological changes, ventricular fibrilation, dislocations, fractures, fluid and electrolyte disturbance.  This can be fatal or cause other problems created by ionizing radiation.  X-rays are generated by high voltage arcs and current flows.  Ultraviolet light, microwaves, and gamma rays also occur.  These may alter the genes of a cell and cause many problems associated with high voltage energy.  Doses will vary depending on proximity of lines and exposure times.  For small exposures, the effects are minimal.  Another area of concern is the high voltage that goes to a radio tower which affects birds and manuals in the "near field effect" or wave length range. 

Arcs on high voltage lines produce energy in every third harmonic of the frequency that is original.  It is picked up on radios and tv sets and other high frequency devices.  Electromagnetic waves are constantly cutting the human body but these should be minimal doses of radiation. 

An indirect problem occurs when power lines are cleared of plant growth.  Many times 2, 4D or 2, 4, ST are used.  These sprays get into ground water if used on the site.  These can cause problems for skin and the central nervous system. 

Another problem associated with indirect routes is ozone.  High voltage lines produce a reasonable amount of ozone which affects the eyes and respiratory system. 

One other problem on high voltage lines would be PCB which is used in high voltage switches, reclosers, transformers, capacities, etc.  These could leak and create problems for ground water use.  This is also carcinogenic. 

Look for power lines with long strings of insulators on the site or radio towers close to the site.
 

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