Tech Prof: French nuke facility explosion no cause for concern Evan Jones September 12, 2011 1 min read It sounded scary at first: an explosion at a nuclear site in France. While not a nuclear plant, it is a facility similar to some found the United States. WFIR’s Evan Jones spoke with a nuclear energy expert at Virginia Tech to learn more. [audio:http://wfirnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/09-12-NukeWaste-Wrap1-WEB.mp3|titles=09-12 NukeWaste Wrap1-WEB] Share: Continue Reading Previous: Pediatricans: time for us to make a standNext: Local museum wants to collect and archive your stories Related Stories 1 min read Pancakes for a purpose. It’s time for the Kiwanis Pancake and Auction Day Denise Membreno May 8, 2025 1 min read The 34th Local Colors Festival: food, music and dancing Denise Membreno May 8, 2025 2 min read Downtown Roanoke hosts national and local talent for Street Performer Expo Ian Price May 8, 2025