Dr. John C, Bugher Question L(d). -3- May 20, 195) "How many persons were injured? indigenous inhabitants? How many were What steps were taken to treat and otherwise assist them? present condition?" Answer. What is their Sixty-four natives were evacuated from Rongelap, 18 from Ailinginae, and 15) from Utirik. Of these, about 0 natives from Rongelap showed beta radiation burns, principally on their scalps and necks. Nearly all of these burns have healed leaving no permanent marks. Some 30 natives also suffered loss of hair in small patches which is expected to be followed by regrowth of normal hair, All of the natives were immediately evacuated to Kwajalein. Here they were given a thorough medical examination includ- ing blood counts. They have been kept under constant sur- veillance by an Atomic Fnergy Commission-Department of Defense team of me@ical experts. In addition to the best of medical care, the natives were well provided for in terns of food, clothing, shelter, and recreation. Tere is every reeson to believe that the natives will not sustain any permanent radiation injury. Coestion 5(a). Ansvrer,. ‘fas the land area which was destroyed or rendered useless of any agricultural or economic valve and, if so, does the Administering Authority plan to compensate the owners or users? How?! There was no land area outside of the Bikini and Fniwetok Atolls that was destroyed or rendered useless of any agricultural or economic value. Gvestion 5(c). To the extent that marine life (an important source of food) was contaminated, has any compensation or assistance to the inhabitants affected been under- _ taken or plenned?" * vw The same answer applies here as to Question h(c). © ype. Answer.