Medical Triage After a 1-Megaton Nuclear Detonation

This guide provides a practical triage framework for emergency responders following a 1‑megaton (Mt) nuclear detonation. It is based on declassified U.S. government models and NATO-aligned medical response principles.

What’s inside:

Zone-based triage geography (RTR system)

Fallout decay and sheltering principles (7:10 rule)

Responder safety: entry timing, dose limits, and dosimetry

Triage priorities for blast, thermal, and radiation injuries

Casualty collection and transport decision-making

Who needs this:

Emergency medical responders

CBRN defense specialists

Military and civilian planners

Public health and disaster management professionals

Format: PDF, ready for printing or field use.

Author: Mikheil Jorbenadze, PhD WMD CBRN