Russia begins mass production of radiation-resistant mobile bomb shelters


  • World
  • Tuesday, 19 Nov 2024

MOSCOW (Reuters) - Russia has begun mass production of mobile bomb shelters that can protect against a variety of man-made threats and natural disasters including radiation and shockwaves, the emergency ministry's research institute said.

The "KUB-M" shelter looks like a reinforced shipping container. It can give some protection against radiation, shrapnel, debris and fires and can be deployed in Russia's vast northern permafrost, according to the state institute.

Uh-oh! Daily quota reached.


Experience an ad-free unlimited reading on both web and app.

Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!

Next In World

Zelenskiy says he had substantive call with Trump discussing partial ceasefire, air defences
Pope Francis no longer using ventilation, confirmed as improving, Vatican says
Urgent: U.S. Fed keeps interest rates unchanged at 4.25-4.5 pct amid inflation concerns
Flash: U.S. Fed keeps interest rates unchanged at 4.25-4.5 pct amid inflation concerns
M23 rebels enter another eastern Congo town, defying calls for ceasefire
Death toll from meningitis outbreak in NW Nigeria rises to 56
Mexico prosecutor says investigation of human remains at Jalisco ranch was flawed
Egypt, Siemens to build 500-megawatt wind farm in Gulf of Suez
Kenya hosts conference to mobilize climate finance for Africa
Russian state has claimed assets worth $28.7 billion, prosecutor says

Others Also Read