Episode 405 • • 2:23:12 - 2:27:11
405: Piles of Pelicans
Boston Subway Biological Testing, Bacillus Subtilis
The Department of Homeland Security plans to release particles of Bacillus subtilis bacteria into the Boston MBTA subway system to test biological agent sensors. While officials claim the bacteria is safe for healthy individuals, critics point out that it can remain viable for decades and may pose risks to the elderly or immunocompromised.