It became known where the radiation cloud will go in the event of an accident at the ZNPP as of August 29

In the event of an accident at one of the ZANP power units, the radiation cloud will move south-east towards Russia. The experts of the State Atomic Energy Regulatory Commission of Ukraine made the corresponding calculation forecast as of August 29, 2022. This was reported from the official Telegram channel of "Energoatom".

The radiation cloud in the event of a severe accident at the Zaporizhzhya NPP, according to the wind direction on Monday, August 29, 2022, will cover part of the south of Ukraine and the southwestern regions of Russia.

Energoatom informs that the population in potentially dangerous territories is advised to carry out iodine prophylaxis and limit their stay in open areas without an urgent need, and in case of its occurrence, to use protective means for respiratory organs.

It is also recommended to seal the premises (windows, doors), turn off air conditioners, fans, close ventilation ducts, chimneys, etc.; introduce special modes of operation of schools and kindergartens, organize sanitary barriers at the entrances to the premises, which include removing outer clothing and changing shoes.

In addition, in potentially dangerous areas, it is recommended to take measures to seal and pack food, water, linen, documents and valuables, to limit forest use and not to violate the ban on hunting and fishing in local water bodies.

To prevent dusting in open areas, decontamination of areas is recommended, as well as the introduction of special restrictions for motor vehicles to drive to the side of the road, driving on unpaved roads. We remind you that the largest large city near the NPP is Nikopol and the Nikopol agglomeration with a population of up to 500,000 people who will have to evacuate in the event of an accident at the NPP.

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