What the science says

5/1/2022

This blog post examines the potential consequences of a nuclear war between NATO and Russia and explores whether humans could survive such an event. It addresses the scientific understanding of the direct and indirect effects of nuclear explosions, including the immediate impact of the blast, radiation exposure, and the long-term environmental consequences. The article highlights studies that suggest a nuclear conflict of this magnitude would have catastrophic effects on the global climate, leading to a nuclear winter and causing widespread destruction of ecosystems and agricultural systems. The author discusses the potential for human survival in underground shelters and the challenges associated with long-term survival in a post-nuclear war scenario. Overall, the article presents a sobering analysis of the devastating consequences of a hypothetical nuclear war.

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