York PC 112: In This Nuclear World, What Is the Meaning of "Safe"?

Friday 18 March 2011

by: Barbara Rose Johnson  |  Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists | Report

In a nuclear crisis, life becomes a nightmare for those people trying to make sense of the uncertainties. Imaginably, the questions are endless.

Radiation is invisible, how do you know when you are in danger? How long will this danger persist? How can you reduce the hazard to yourself and family? What level of exposure is safe? How do you get access to vital information in time to prevent or minimize exposure? Full Story

Note from Dan:

Illinois has more nuclear power plants than any other State in the USA. We also have the New Madrid fault zone in the Southern part of the State. It might be a good idea to wake up, pay attention, and see if we can't get ahead of this beast a little. If you think that this can't affect you, think again. Japan's economy is the third largest in the world, and radioactive material can be carried on the wind around the globe. We need to know what's going on with this issue.