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In 1986, a failed test led to its reactor being shutdown. This caused a large explosion that sent out harmful levels of radiation throughout the community. Everyone who lived in Chernobyl was forced to immediately evacuate the area with no possible return.
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∙ 6y agoThe nuclear power plant leaked (had a malfunction) and had a meltdown. APRIL 28th, 1986. 1:23AM: It was in the Chernobyl nuclear power plant that the 4th reactor exploded and then spread deadly radiation throughout the north Ukranian area and some parts of Russia. The explosion killed over 3,000 citizens and injured many more. The huge population of 50,000 in pripyat was reduced to an abandoned city. Today, no one can live there because of the danger levels even now.
There were flaws in the reactor's design, which resulted in an uncontrolled reaction. Water in the reactor turned rapidly to steam - which caused an explosion. This caused a graphite fire in the core - which caused the release of vast amounts of radiation into the surrounding area.
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Is Chernobyl a city?
Yes, Chernobyl is a city.
What current country is Chernobyl located?
Chernobyl is in the country of Ukrain.
When was Our Lady of Chernobyl created?
Our Lady of Chernobyl was created in 1994.
What was the chernobyl power plant used for?
what is the chernobyl power plant used for
What towns were mos affected in the chernobyl disaster?
The most affected towns were Chernobyl and Prypiat.
Did a nuclear explosion happen in Chernobyl China?
No. Chernobyl is in Russia.
When did the chernobyl reactor incident happen?
1986
When did the nuclear disaster happen in chernobyl russia happen?
On April 26, 1986
When did the Chernobyl nuclear disaster happen?
On April 26, 1986
What day did Chernobyl happen?
Saturday the 26th of April 1986.
Could Chernobyl Happen Again?
yes at one point in history it can
Where did the nuclear disaster happen in April?
Chernobyl, Ukraine, in 1986, is probably what you are thinking of.
Did the Soviets purposely cause the Chernobyl disaster to happen?
No, it was a major embarrassment to the country.
Where did the chernobyl accident happen?
Just outside the town of Pripiat, Ukraine. Latitude and longitude: 51.389722, 30.099167
Is Chernobyl a city?
Yes, Chernobyl is a city.
What has the author Alla Yaroshinska written?
Alla Yaroshinska has written: 'Chernobyl' 'Chernobyl' 'Chernobyl, the forbidden truth'
Do people live in the city of chernobyl?
No, Chernobyl is abandoned
