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Does anyone have a source of the actual (today) dose rate levels in the 30 km zone near Chernobyl ?
CBS News was on the site less than 10 minutes when one member of the group went over his exposure limit.
"Right now the dose rate is 200 times the background of what you'd have in Washington, D.C.," [Laurin] Dodd said.
Astronuc said:I'm sure the data are collected and reported, but the results likely are not available on-line.
This?Bottom line: there is no such thing as a single number radiation level.
Ohio River,Ohio River said:As an addendum: You realize of course, that this nuclear facility was built for the express reason of extracting plutonium for military purposes, which also accounts for some of the instability of the "power plant."
trinsic said:Hi, I was looking up information on pripat for a screenplay I am working on and found this site. I was wondering if there is any way to estimate how long it would be until it is safe for humans to inhabit the location
The current dose rate near Chernobyl varies depending on the location within the exclusion zone. In some areas, the dose rate can be as low as 0.1 microsieverts per hour, while in other areas it can reach up to 100 microsieverts per hour.
In general, it is not recommended to visit Chernobyl due to the potential health risks associated with exposure to radiation. However, organized and guided tours are available with strict safety protocols in place to minimize exposure.
The dose rate near Chernobyl is significantly higher than in most other areas due to the lingering effects of the nuclear disaster. For comparison, the average background radiation dose rate in the United States is around 0.03 microsieverts per hour.
The dose rate near Chernobyl has decreased significantly since the disaster in 1986. However, there are still pockets of high radiation levels, especially in the immediate vicinity of the nuclear power plant. The overall trend is a gradual decrease as the radioactive materials decay over time.
The current dose rate near Chernobyl is affected by various factors, including the type and amount of radioactive material present, weather conditions, and human activities such as cleanup and remediation efforts. Additionally, the dose rate can vary depending on the distance from the source of radiation and the type of terrain.