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Buried radioactive source discovered during routine Texas DPS patrol in Midland County
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· August 1, 2026
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Key points Further information about the discovery can be found through local news outlet KVII, which reported on the incident. A routine patrol by the Texas DPS in Midland County led to the discovery of a buried radioactive source.
A routine patrol by the Texas DPS in Midland County led to the discovery of a buried radioactive source. The incident occurred in the area, although specific details are limited.
Further information about the discovery can be found through local news outlet KVII, which reported on the incident.
For more details on the buried radioactive source and the circumstances surrounding its discovery, readers can refer to KVII's coverage of the event.
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Published: August 1, 2026 ·
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