5G rollout generates more questions than answers

A 5G rollout is headed for Fallbrook's rolling foothills, but there are still many questions to be answered and concerns to be addressed. One of the most significant areas of concern from the community is the effect these small cell wireless sites could have on health.

"There is a federal standard for health from radio frequency signals, it is issued by the FCC, and the bulletin is known as OET 65, and that really does preempt consideration of a number of health effects," Bob Gonsett, a local broadcast engineering expert, said.

The FCC has an "RF Safety FAQ" page that touches on questions abou...