Chemist digs for clues related to New Mexico atomic bomb

The video discusses the plight of New Mexico residents living near the Trinity nuclear test site, who have been excluded from the Radiation Exposure Compensation Act. Despite years of advocacy, they have not received recognition or compensation for health issues linked to the fallout. Environmental chemist Dr. Michael Ketterer conducts research to find plutonium in the area, but initial findings show low levels not from the Trinity test. The video highlights personal stories, legislative efforts, and the urgency to extend the compensation program before it expires.

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