Chornobyl at 40: Settlers and horses survive Russian drones, contamination
Summary
The Chornobyl Exclusion Zone in Ukraine remains dangerous due to leftover radioactive contamination and ongoing military activity from the Russian invasion. Despite this, some people including scientists, elderly residents, and soldiers continue to live there, and wildlife is growing in the surrounding forests.Key Facts
- The Chornobyl Exclusion Zone covers about 30 kilometers (19 miles) in diameter.
- It was created after the 1986 Chornobyl nuclear disaster to contain radioactive contamination.
- Russian drones and missiles fly over the zone, especially from nearby Belarus.
- The area was briefly occupied by Russian troops after the invasion began in February 2022.
- Soldiers use anti-aircraft guns to watch for aerial threats in the zone.
- Scientists, some elderly people, and soldiers still live there despite dangers.
- Wildlife populations have increased in the forests around the zone.
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