Underground nuclear explosive detonated at Urta-Bulak gas field, Bukhara, Uzbekistan, 1966

In the remote village of Urtopulak, a gas well fire burned for 1074 days. Various methods to extinguish it failed, leading to the decision to use an underground nuclear explosion. The explosion successfully sealed the well, ending the fire and requiring only the cementing of the former emergency well. This marked the end of the 1074-day ordeal.

What was the name of the settlement where the gas well fire occurred?

• Urtopulak

• Gaztown

• Sandville

• Flame City

How long did the gas well fire burn before being extinguished?

• 1074 days

• 500 days

• 365 days

• 2000 days

What method was ultimately chosen to extinguish the gas well fire?

• Water dousing

• Chemical suppression

• Underground nuclear explosion

• Redirecting the gas

What was the purpose of the underground nuclear explosion?

• To create a new gas well

• To generate electricity

• To shift earth layers and seal the well

• To create a tourist attraction

What was the final step taken after the nuclear explosion extinguished the fire?

• Reopening the well

• Cementing the former emergency well

• Starting a new fire

• Building a monument