Hornet's nest with high radiation levels found at former nuclear weapons site in South Carolina

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A hornet's nest exceeding radiation safety limits was found at a former nuclear weapons facility in South Carolina. The nest, discovered at the Savannah River Site, showed radiation levels over ten times the federal standard. Officials believe residual contamination from the site's past operations caused the issue. The nest was removed and bagged as radioactive waste. While authorities state there is no risk to the public or environment, watchdog groups criticize the investigation's completeness.


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