A 1986 catastrophe inspired an annual day to honor radiation accident victims
Russia honors the bravery of 'liquidators' and victims of nuclear accidents through an annual day of remembrance that highlights the heavy price of the atomic age.
In Russia, the Memorial Day of Radiation Accidents and Catastrophes commemorates the heroes who risked their lives during the 1986 Chernobyl disaster and other nuclear incidents. The day specifically recognizes the 'liquidators,' the hundreds of thousands of workers who rushed into highly radioactive zones to contain the damage and prevent a larger global catastrophe.
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