disasters
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Fukushima’s Radioactive Waste Is Leaking From An Unexpected Source
A new and unexpected source of radioactive material left over from the 2011 Fukushima nuclear disaster has been found up to 97km away along coastlines near the beleaguered plant. The discovery shows that damaged nuclear reactors are capable of spreading radiation far from the meltdown site, and in some surprising ways.
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Hurricane Harvey Has Left A Chemical Plant Near Houston Ready To Detonate
As Hurricane Harvey’s floodwaters begin to slowly recede from Houston, leaving behind at least 23 dead, residents and authorities alike are only beginning to assess the surreal extent of the damage throughout the region. That includes America’s largest refining and petrochemical complex, which experts have warned for years would be a serious hazard if the…
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Good Luck Repairing The Badly Damaged Oroville Dam
For three weeks in February, torrents of water rushed down the emergency spillway at Oroville dam, prompting fears that the entire structure would collapse. New images show what’s left of the 914m long concrete spillway — and the tremendous challenge that now confronts repair crews.
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Three Puppies Rescued After Deadly Italian Avalanche
Last week, an avalanche engulfed a hotel nestled in the steps of Italy’s Gran Sasso mountain. The avalanche, which struck in the early hours of morning, caused extensive damage to the hotel and claimed at least seven lives. At least 22 others are still missing.