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most existing nuke plants are close to population centers

As they should be to minimize transmission losses.

i live within 50 miles of shippingport power station.

You probably enjoy reasonably-priced, if not CHEAP, electric power.

awhile ago they distribuited iodine to the residents in case of
a accident

That's to treat the abrasions and lacerations incurred from slamming shut
windows and doors in the event of a TMI-type incident and the wind is blowing
in their direction.

We spent more wisely he They installed a network of special alert sirens
to give us time to get to the drug store to BUY iodine.

Me? I simply wear a lead-lined suit all the time. It gets pretty
uncomfortable in the summer but, at least I'm safe.

Unbelievable...
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JR