Lake Karachay, Radioactive waste repository in the Russian Federation
Lake Karachay was once a natural lake near Ozyorsk, Russia.
The lake served as a dumping ground for radioactive waste from Mayak Production Association.
It symbolizes the environmental impact of unregulated nuclear waste disposal.
Due to extreme radiation levels, it is considered the most polluted spot on Earth.
Standing near the lake for even an hour can be lethal due to its high radiation.
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Location
Elevation above the sea
251 m
GPS coordinates
55.67722,60.79944
Latest update
March 4, 2025 00:44
