The BBC's Jessica Parker visits Pripyat, which was abandoned in 1986 after an explosion at the nearby Chernobyl nuclear power plant.
Chernobyl was one of the worst human-caused disasters in history, a stunning example of what can happen when you combine arrogance, dangerous technology, and international politics. But the true story ...
On 26 April 1986, a reactor at the Chernobyl nuclear power station in Ukraine exploded ...
The Chernobyl disaster began in the early hours of April 26, 1986, when a reactor at the Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant exploded during a safety test. The explosion and subsequent fire sent a plume of ...
The 1986 Chernobyl disaster released massive radiation and affected millions. Dozens died immediately, with thousands more linked to long-term effects. The area remains restricted as cleanup continues ...