Shockingly high radiation levels on a popular U.S. hiking trail have been likened to those found at Chernobyl, igniting public alarm and calls for urgent action.
At a Glance
Acid Canyon, near Los Alamos, New Mexico, has radiation levels comparable to Chernobyl.
Biochemist Michael Ketterer’s tests indicate significantly dangerous contamination.
Ketterer demands official warnings for hikers. DOE claims the area is safe.
High radiation risks, particularly with water and runoff affecting downstream habitats.
Revelations of a Radioactive Hiking Trail
The recent uncovering of radiation levels in Acid Canyon, a popular hiking and biking trail near Los Alamos, New Mexico, has sent waves of concern through both the scientific community and the public. New tests have shockingly revealed that the area’s radiation levels are comparable to those found in the notorious Chernobyl disaster site.
