I’m guessing every new wireless technology has to deal with the irrational fears of people.

WiFi signals are everywhere now. Many restaurants, coffee shops, libraries and even city government buildings offer WiFi “hotspots” for public use. Using a WiFi compatable device, users can access E-mail and the internet.

Santa Fe city council is addressing such fears from citizens claiming allergies to WiFi signals. Some are claiming lingering chest pains and headaches from coming in contact with a WiFi signal. They asked the city to remove WiFi hotspots from public areas citing discrimination for those with “WiFi disabilities.”

Wired’s Gadget Lab points out that television and radio signals are much more powerful and obtrusive than WiFi, which has a very limited range.

The video included on the main article’s page is hilarious. The main focus is on a gentleman who drives a “shielded car” and carries a WiFi detector on his person. One look makes me wonder if he’s more worried about his health or if WiFi signals are causing problems with his alien detection devices.

Via Wired.com and  KO.com, New Mexico.

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