Covering the area around the Hanford site in Washington.
Hanford
Unusual Radiation Readings Could Mean 2nd Hanford Teak Leaking
Regular routine checks and inspections of the waste tanks at Hanford have scientists wondering about a possible 2nd tank that might be leaking. It's tank AY-101, the second-oldest of the double-shell tanks, and dates back to about 1969.
How Bad is Hanford Tank Leaking? Different Stories From Workers, DOE
AY-102 is causing a lot of controversy at Hanford. The leaking double-walled tank is not a hazard to the public according to the Department of Energy, but some former Hanford workers are calling it a "catastrophic" event.
Hurry! Hanford B Reactor Tour Registrations Start Monday, Will Fill Up FAST
These tours are VERY popular, and fill up FAST! Registration is now open for the Hanford B Reactor Historic tours.
Hanford Job Growth Stalled, ‘Thanks Obama’
Not only are the feds dragging their feet cleaning up Hanford (sparking numerous lawsuits from Washington and Oregon), but now they're stopping its expansion, too.
EPA Says Blowing Radioactive Dust at Hanford “Alarming”
A report issued by the Environmental Protection Agency claims radioactive dust blown in a November, 2015 windstorm is "alarming" to the agency.
Hanford Fire Worker Tests Positive for Low-Level Radiation
A firefighter at the Hanford Fire Station was being treated for exposure to low-level radiation after some contaminated equipment was brought to the facility.
Energy Northwest Fined $35K Over Security Guard Issues
The incidents involved two guards who are no longer with the company, according to a Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) report that was released by the government Tuesday.
Judge OK’s Small Business Lawsuit Against Hanford Contractors
A Federal judge has ok'd the continuation of a lawsuit filed against Washington Closure Hanford and other larger contractors and sub-contractors, over allegations they bid on contracts meant for smaller firms.
Did You Know There’s a Missile Silo on Rattlesnake Mountain?
Thanks to Doc Hastings, federal officials are reviewing policies this week to soon allow you and me to hike Rattlesnake Mountain! I for one am excited... to see the missile silo. Oh, you hadn't heard?
Part of Hanford Might Be Declared No Longer Contaminated
It would be a first in the long cleanup history of the world's most toxic waste site.