Hanford Site (Nuclear reservation)

The Hanford Site is a large area in Washington State that was established during World War II to produce plutonium for nuclear weapons. It played a key role in the development of the atomic bomb, including the bombs dropped on Japan. Over decades, it generated radioactive waste and materials, leading to environmental contamination. Today, Hanford is a major cleanup site managed by the government to safely contain and remove these hazards. Its goal is to protect human health and the environment while managing the legacy of nuclear production.