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SL-1 EXPLOSION KILLS 3 CAUSE AND SIGNIFICANCE STILL UNCLEAR

Journal Article · · Nucleonics (U.S.) Ceased publication
OSTI ID:4095277
The SL-1 reactor accident of Jan. 3, 1961 is described; and the emergency organization, public reaction, significance, and cause are discussed. The condition of the reactor and the containment of the radiation are described. AEC established three advisory groups to determine the following: accident cause, decontamination and other site operations, and future disposition of the SL-1. Public and press reaction has been mild. The Army reactor program is unaffected. AEC initiated an immediate safety survey. (T.R.H.)
Research Organization:
Originating Research Org. not identified
NSA Number:
NSA-15-010421
OSTI ID:
4095277
Journal Information:
Nucleonics (U.S.) Ceased publication, Journal Name: Nucleonics (U.S.) Ceased publication Vol. Vol: 19: No. 2; ISSN NUCLA
Country of Publication:
Country unknown/Code not available
Language:
English

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