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longship

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1. Good!

Reply to pa28 (Original post)

Mon Nov 4, 2013, 12:00 PM

Nov 2013

Removal of the fuel rods in the unit #4 is a very risky thing. But, to leave them there is unthinkable. It invites an almost guaranteed catastrophe. I hope they get it done safely.

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