Could Chernobyl Happen Again?
Posted on April 22nd, 2006 in Dumb Things That Happen, Time Wasters, Historic Technology, Lacking a Category |
(We interrupt this editor’s war to bring you and actual entry!)
Well, it’s possible. There are other reactors of its type still out there. According to the article, Russian nuclear plant workers need to moonlight as taxi drivers to make a living….not exactly motivated, highly-trained personnel……
http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20060422/ap_on_sc/chernobyl_again_2
Speaking of Chernobyl, the cap that was built over the reactor is in need of replacement. Soon.
http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20060422/ap_on_sc/chernobyl_crumbling_shelter_2