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Measuring gamma radiation levels in Virginia

NNSA Helicopters Conduct Radiation Assessment in Northern Virginia
Several residents report hearing helicopters in the skies over the
area.
Annandale Patch, 31 Dec 12, By Jamie M. Rogers “…. The helicopters
began flying over the area Thursday, measuring naturally occurring
radiation, according to the group’s website.

The flights will continue until Jan. 11 during daylight hours
only….. Scientists with NNSA’s Remote Sensing Laboratory (RSL) out
of Joint Base Andrews will use remote gamma radiation-sensing
instrumentals to carry out the assessments.

Naturally-occurring radiation is measured so that baseline levels can
be established and used in security and emergency preparedness,
scientists said.  …
http://annandale.patch.com/articles/nnsa-helicopters-conduct-radiation-assessment-in-northern-virginia

January 3, 2013 - Posted by Christina Macpherson | environment, USA