The Palomares Incident

In the annals of nuclear history, one incident stands out as a stark reminder of the dangers and risks associated with nuclear weapons. The Palomares Incident, which took place in 1966, served as a wake-up call to the world, highlighting the potential consequences of a nuclear accident. This project delves into the event and its aftermath, shedding light on the implications it had for nuclear safety and the subsequent cleanup efforts. But first we should look at why a KC-135 Stratotanker and a United States Air Force B-52G Stratofortress bomber loaded with four hydrogen bombs were over Palomares in the first place.