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In the US we hear about how bad the Chernobyl disaster was but I don't think we really have a clue. It's been over 30 years and there are still areas that are
by WheelsAtLarge 5y ago
In the US we hear about how bad the Chernobyl disaster was but I don't think we really have a clue. It's been over 30 years and there are still areas that are so poisonous. In my head I know the radiation will be dangerous for a long time but this highlights the reality of it.
- jka 5y agoPerhaps, although the outdoor ground-level radiation should not be at a sufficient level to cause acute radiation poisoning, as I understand it. According to Wikipedia, 237 people suffered from acute radiation sickness as a result of the 1986 Chernobyl disaster[1], mostly workers from the facility and firefighters responding to the situation. [1] - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chernobyl_disaster#Human_impact https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chernobyl_disaster#Human_impac...
- Archelaos 5y agoJust lately there was a documentary by filmmaker James Jones released under the title: "Chernobyl: The Lost Tapes". More about it in this article from the Guardian: https://www.theguardian.com/tv-and-radio/2022/feb/28/chernobyl-the-lost-tapes-stunning-tv-that-is-suddenly-unmissable https://www.theguardian.com/tv-and-radio/2022/feb/28/chernob...