sarcophagus

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That $1.7 billion structure was built to replace a decaying “sarcophagus” that was hastily built after the 1986 disaster to sequester 200 metric tons of radioactive material that remains.

From The Verge

In 2017, Chernobyl got a new 2 billion euro containment system to go over the old sarcophagus.

From Seattle Times

To try to keep radioactive material from spreading, a “sarcophagus” was quickly built afterwards to entomb the reactor’s remains.

From The Verge

A make-shift cover, or "sarcophagus," was built within six months of the disaster to cover the stricken reactor and protect the environment from radiation.

From Reuters

The 18-month project includes the construction of an anti-seismic platform for the sarcophagus that will help reduce vibration that threaten it.

From Seattle Times