Defense Against Radioactive Fallout on the Farm; Farmers' Bulletin No. 2107

Washington DC: U. S, Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service, 1965. Revised Edition [stated]. Pamphlet. [2], 14 pages. Illustrations. Some wear and staining noted. This was prepared in cooperation with the Atomic Energy Commission, the Office of Civil Defense, and the U.S. Public Health Service. Most Americans know about the destructive power of atomic and hydrogen bombs and other nuclear weapons. The explosive power of the atomic bombs used in World War II was equivalent to about tons of TNT. Since then, bombs have been developed that have explosive power equivalent to millions of tons of TNT. One of the major parts of the defense plan being developed against nuclear warfare is aimed at reducing potential hazards from radioactive fallout. This handbook describes what is known about the effects of fallout on agriculture and what defensive measures can be taken against them. If we were attacked with nuclear weapons, you, the American farmer, would be depended on to supply the food and fiber needed to keep the economy going. One of the problems you might face in doing this important job is radioactive fallout. In the event of enemy attack, first provide for your own safety and that of your family and neighbors. Then take care of your livestock, your crops, and your land. Your best protection from fallout is a specially constructed shelter or a protection area within an existing building. Local civil defense authorities will make every effort to let you know when it is safe to come out of shelter. This recommendations in this bulletin are those of scientists, engineers, public health officials, Civil Defense authorities, and other specialists. Study of the effect of radioactive fallout on agriculture is a continuing project. Some of the recommendations in this bulletin may have to be changed in the light of future research. Condition: Good.

Keywords: Atomic Bombs, Nuclear Weapons, Radioactive Fallout, Civil Defense, Iodine 131, Shelters, Decontamination, Soil Treatment, Radiological Monitoring, Fire Defense, Protective Clothing

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