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In case you haven't seen this, I thought this link to a Nuclear Plume model posted in the NY Times was both informative and comforting.
http://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2011/03/16/science/plume-graphic.html?ref=science
Based on weather models and prevailing winds, this is the expected path of a possible radiation plume from Japan up through March 19. The islands aren't named, but the ones that the Hi'ialakai will be visiting are: USP77 = Wake Atoll, USP78 = Midway, USP80 = Guam. This puts us far south of where the winds will carry any possible radiation. Of course it does look like the west coast of the US will receive some radiation, but by the time the plume reaches the west coast, concentrations are expected to have dropped significantly. Also, one thing to remember is that we can detect radiation well below the levels that will have significant health effects. We have also been informed that the ship will be picking up a radiation monitor at Wake and it will be kept onboard for the duration of the cruise.
Other than that, things are quiet here and I have my Yearly Performance Evaluation to complete today. I would have opted for an elective root canal instead but that doc is busy so no such luck!
I hope you're enjoying St. Pattie's Day!
Cristi
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