Semi-truck transporting uranium involved in accident on Navajo Nation [View all]

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Semi-truck transporting uranium involved in accident on Navajo Nation

Story by Arlyssa D. Becenti, Arizona Republic

A semi-truck hauling uranium material to the White Mesa Mill was involved in a crash on May 6 about a half-mile east of the intersection of U.S. Highway 160 and Route 98 in Shonto, Ariz., according to Navajo Nation Police.

According to the preliminary investigation, the semi-truck was traveling from Tuba City, Arizona, to the White Mesa Mill in Blanding, Utah. Investigators determined the crash occurred when an SUV attempted to pass another semi-truck and collided with the front passenger-side tire and bumper of the uranium transport truck while trying to pass both vehicles.

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"While initial reports indicate that the ore truck itself was not damaged and that no injuries have been reported, the photos and situation we are seeing remain unacceptable," said Navajo President Buu Nygren on his Facebook account. "Uranium has harmed our people, our land, and our water for generations, and many Navajo families continue to live with those impacts today. That is why incidents like this create serious concern in our communities."

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