NRC: Recommends evacuation within 50 miles of plant

[TNLib]

Under the guidelines for public safety that would be used in the United States under similar circumstances, the NRC believes it is appropriate for U.S. residents within 50 miles of the Fukushima reactors to evacuate.

http://www.nrc.gov/reading-rm/doc-collections/news/2011/11-050.pdf">Link

I know some think they're evil but I think it's important to hear what the industry regulators and policy groups are saying about this situation.

[Ghost Dog]

1. 50 miles == 80 kilometres.

Sure, actual weather conditions should also be taken into account.

[jberryhill]

2. Minor Lol - "miles"

I guess they are also advising folks to get a couple of gallons of clean water and a few pounds of food.