Radioactive waste leakage would be threat to area: critic

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Radioactive waste leakage would be threat to area: critic

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By Doug Diaczuk - The Chronicle-Journal - April 22, 2025

EXCERPT: "There are many safety concerns to take into consideration when it comes to nuclear waste, Kamps said, beginning with the transportation of nuclear material to the site itself.

"One of the most controversial aspects is the transportation component, because it makes it everyone's problem along those routes," he said. "So that is another part of our challenge, to educate communities that would be along the most likely transportation route, be it road, rail, or waterway."

Then there is the site itself, which Kamps said could be vulnerable to extreme weather, natural disasters, or even potential attacks.

"You had better know your geology really well because if and when this starts leaking from its containers into the geology, then it's a question of how long will it take to mix with underground waterflows and perhaps even surface waterflows," he said. "And then the risk flows with the water, and with the air."

For those opposed to such sites, Kamps said the best way to fight back is through the democratic process and engaging with government representatives at all levels. . . . . "

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