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Trinity Site in New Mexico

Where Did Nuclear Testing Happen in the United States?

April 3, 2026

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Nuclear testing primarily took place in the state of Nevada, specifically at the Nevada Test Site, exposing many Americans to harmful radiation. The Nevada Test Site. Most detonations occurred here, releasing dangerous radioactive fallout. The Trinity Site. The first historic detonation happened in the desert of New Mexico. Severe Health Risks. Radiation exposure increases the

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