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Radioactive Wasp Nest Found at South Carolina Site

7/30/2025

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On July 3, workers at the Savannah River Site in South Carolina stumbled upon a radioactive wasp nest, alarming officials with radiation levels surpassing federal limits. While the nest was safely removed, a watchdog group voiced worries about possible contamination and leaks, highlighting the site's ongoing challenges since its inception in the 1950s, now centered on nuclear fuel and cleanup efforts.

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On July 3, workers at the Savannah River Site in South Carolina stumbled upon a radioactive wasp nest, alarming officials with radiation levels surpassing federal limits. While the nest was safely removed, a watchdog group voiced worries about possible contamination and leaks, highlighting the site's ongoing challenges since its inception in the 1950s, now centered on nuclear fuel and cleanup efforts.