Utah relocates 17 million tons of radioactive waste away from Colorado River
A project in Utah has successfully moved 17 million tons of radioactive mill tailings from the banks of the Colorado River. The waste was transported by rail, and teams are now monitoring groundwater for contamination. Further work will involve excavating contaminated soil near the original site. The goal is to ensure long-term safety for local communities and the river ecosystem, with plans to revegetate the area to prevent erosion.
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