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Chernobyl: A Nuclear Disaster
1996
The volcanic-like explosion at the Chernobyl nuclear power station on Saturday, April 26, 1986, was probably the world's largest nuclear accident. Discover the actions that lead to the disaster, how it could have been prevented, and the lasting effect it has had on the local community and the world. Learn about the devastating impact on the health of those exposed to the radiation, and the bleak future for this nuclear facility.
