According to recent reports officials of Lockheed Martin have agreed to relocate those residing in close proximity to the former beryllium plant in Tallevast, Florida due to the residents concerns over asbestos exposure. The two buildings located on the site are in the process of being demolished which is what led to the residents concern.

Although Lockheed Martin has explained the extensive precautions it intends on taking to the community regarding the release of asbestos and beryllium the residents are still highly concerned about their safety.

Asbestos exposure may cause a number of lung diseases that often results in the death of the diagnosed. Diseases caused by the harmful material include asbestosis, lung cancer, and mesothelioma. Because of the long latency period of these diseases treatment options are often limited by the time diagnosis occurs.

Due to the repeated notifications of residents’ concerns the company has decided to temporarily relocate nearby residents to hotels until the demolition is completed. Lockheed Martin has stated that any residents in the community who wish to be relocated will be.

The demolition of the buildings is expected to be completed in time for the Christmas holiday. The buildings, which were once part of the American Beryllium Co. are located at 1600 Tallevast Road. Extensive air monitoring will be conducted throughout the demolition process in order to ensure that pollutants are not released into the air.

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