What are the cons of a Nuclear Power Plant in a neighborhood?

Question

We are putting together a debate in my earth science class, and my group is against placing a nuclear power plant in a neighborhood. Any factual information is greatly appreciated!

Answer 1

Here's a few points:

1) The ever-present threat of a nuclear disaster. The links at the bottom will help, most notably Chernobyl. I don't know how old you are, but the images on the last link can be a little disturbing. But if you're looking to win the debate, a couple of pictures of nuclear accident victims will no doubt tug at the heartstrings of the audience. All you have to do is call it: "What if....."

2) Nuclear power plants are a potential target of international terrorists; their goal, of course, is to instigate a nuclear accident.

3) Nuclear power plants are not very pleasing to the eye. Everybody knows what they look like, and they're damn ugly. Neighborhood land value will noticeably decrease.

Answer 2

Fish in the local waterways have a mutant 3rd eye.


(seriously, if you throw this into your debate, you'll get points for using humour + the rest of the class will be more likely to vote for you cos humour will make you more interesting to listen to.)