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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_nuclear_weapons_tests

> There have been 2,121 tests done since the first in July 1945, involving 2,476 nuclear devices. As of 1993, worldwide, 520 atmospheric nuclear explosions (including 8 underwater) have been conducted with a total yield of 545 megaton (Mt): 217 Mt from pure fission and 328 Mt from bombs using fusion, while the estimated number of underground nuclear tests conducted in the period from 1957 to 1992 is 1,352 explosions with a total yield of 90 Mt.[1]

https://www.ready.gov/nuclear-explosion

> Fallout is most dangerous in the first few hours after the detonation when it is giving off the highest levels of radiation.

> Stay inside for 24 hours unless local authorities provide other instructions.



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