Proposed uranium mine spurs Virginia Beach resolution | HamptonRoads.com | PilotOnline.com - 0 views
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Energy Net on 06 Dec 08The City Council took a stand against uranium mining Tuesday night, adopting a resolution opposing a mine proposed for south central Virginia. City officials fear uranium mining in Pittsylvania County - about 200 miles away - could contaminate Lake Gaston, the city's water source. "We can't afford to risk appearing we don't oppose an activity that could ruin this water source," said Vice Mayor Louis Jones. Uranium is used to power nuclear plants. The Pittsylvania deposit is estimated to be worth between $7 billion and $10 billion.