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202253 minPG-13documentary

Nuclear Aftershocks (full documentary)

202253 minPG-13documentary

Fukushima's 2011 disaster prompted a global reevaluation of nuclear safety, highlighting risks and alternatives, particularly at the Indian Point plant near Manhattan.

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Channel: FRONTLINE PBS | Official

Nuclear Aftershocks (full documentary)

2022• 53 minPG-13

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Fukushima's 2011 disaster prompted a global reevaluation of nuclear safety, highlighting risks and alternatives, particularly at the Indian Point plant near Manhattan.

Synopsis

Nuclear power safety remains a contentious issue following the 2011 Fukushima disaster. FRONTLINE correspondent Miles O'Brien examines the implications of this event for U.S. nuclear facilities and the global energy landscape. Traveling across three continents, O'Brien highlights the debate surrounding alternative energy sources and the potential risks of nuclear accidents. A key focus is the Indian Point nuclear plant in New York, situated near a fault line and within a densely populated area, raising critical questions about nuclear safety in the United States.

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