As Ukraine Heralds Chernobyl as Tourist Site, Scientists Warn of Catastrophic Collapse and Radioactive Release

Some of us expressed alarm or disgust at the recent push by Ukrainian officials to bring tourists to Chernobyl (here and here). Now, it appears that these officials were likely aware that the reactor is in danger of leaking deadly radiation due to the potential collapse of part of the structure.

Ukraine has been benefiting from European assistance in handling its disaster at Chernobyl and may now receive hundreds of millions of dollars more to avoid another catastrophe. One would think that the people who brought us this disaster in the first place would be a bit circumspect in allowing tourism to a site that has been identified a serious danger to human health.

Of course, this could be the memorable vacation of your life. Your Geiger readings alone would give you lasting memories of your trip.