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1h 24min, apr 16, 1986 y - Reactor explosion

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1st explosion blows 1000 tonne roof of reactor off. Air enters the reactor creating a graphite fire. Fuel rods come in direct contact with water creating a 2nd explosion. Burning debris lands on the roof of reactor 3. Akinov insists reactor is OK.

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1h 24min, apr 16, 1986 y
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