40 years since the world’s worst nuclear disaster in Ukraine
Summary
The Chernobyl nuclear disaster happened 40 years ago in Ukraine and is considered the worst civilian nuclear accident in the world. The area around the reactor, called the Exclusion Zone, is now at risk because of the ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine.Key Facts
- The Chernobyl disaster occurred 40 years ago in Ukraine.
- It is known as the world's worst civilian nuclear disaster.
- The location affected is called the Chernobyl Exclusion Zone.
- Al Jazeera journalist Audrey MacAlpine was given rare access to this area.
- The Exclusion Zone and reactor face risks due to the Russia-Ukraine conflict.
- The disaster released dangerous radiation that affected people and the environment.
- The reactor site is still monitored because of potential safety dangers.
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