8 hours agoDisasters in New Zealand: It was like Chernobyl.
Periskopi(7 years ago)
(7 years ago)Although there was much rescue effort, New Zealand police stressed that there is no hope behind the volcano on White Island [ang. White Island to have survivors. It has been reported that at least five people died, while eight others are considered missing. One rescuer, Russell Clark, indicates that the scene [...]
It has been reported that at least five people died, while eight others are considered missing.
One rescuer, Russell Clark, relates that the scene when the volcano occurred was very similar to the Chernobyl disaster, a nuclear accident at the Chernobyl nuclear power plant in Ukraine on April 26, 1986, writes the BBC, Periscope.
Medical assistant Russell Clark, who flew by helicopter to rescue tourists after Monday's volcanic eruption, says everything was covered with gray. ”
New Zealand Prime Minister Yacinda Ardern praised many medical helpers and added that, among other things, the “Piolots made a very bold decision under extremely dangerous circumstances in trying to expose people”.
Authorities on Tuesday said there was 50% chance of a second explosion in the next 24 hours, but there is unlikely to be a larger explosion that would affect the continent more. /Periscope
