hanford nuclear site

Big changes are happening at the Hanford site. Just last week, a historic chimney came down, marking a new chapter in a decades-long cleanup effort.

Judge Thomas Rice said his ruling does not mean the vapor issue at the Hanford Tank Farms that has reportedly sickened workers is not a serious issue. Nor does it mean efforts should not continue to improve safety.

Work is back to normal at Hanford after workers were evacuated for a possible radiation leak.

With the latest round of 244 Hanford Tank Farm Workers being laid off, many wonder what will be the economic impact of the estimated 2-3000 total who will be downsized at Hanford.