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Navy Hid Plutonium Danger for a Year?
27 Nov
Summary
- Navy allegedly knew of high plutonium levels for nearly a year.
- Plutonium detected near San Francisco homes and a public park.
- Site used for nuclear weapons testing and ship decontamination.
Public health advocates claim the US Navy withheld for nearly a year its knowledge of dangerous plutonium levels detected at the Hunters Point Naval Shipyard in San Francisco. The contamination, found in an area bordering a residential neighborhood and public park, exceeded federal action thresholds.
The shipyard, which was utilized for nuclear weapons testing and decontaminating irradiated ships, has a history of alleged cover-ups regarding hazardous materials. This revelation exacerbates existing concerns as the city plans a major redevelopment of the site, including thousands of housing units.
The Navy's environmental coordinator has apologized for the delay in communication, acknowledging a failure in transparency and trust. However, skepticism persists, with advocates questioning the Navy's account and urging for comprehensive data verification by the EPA.
