A radioactive wasp nest was found at the Department of Energy (DOE) Savannah River site in South Carolina. No, you’re not imagining things, and no, this isn’t the start of a Sci-Fi thriller.
DOE employees discovered the nest during a routine inspection at a site that had previously manufactured parts for nuclear bombs. According to the DOE, the nest has been sprayed for wasps and disposed of, stating that there is no present danger to the public.
According to a DOE report, on July 3, 2025, Radiological Control Operation (RCO) found the nest on a stanchion near an onsite tank. Upon discovery, members of the ROC sprayed the nest to kill any wasps inside. The ROC team then tested the nest for radiation and found that it was at a level 10 times higher than the federal regulations.
The report goes on to say that the wasp nest was bagged ...
