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Aresearch.122 net.columbia utzoo!decvax!duke!mhtsa!research!sjb Sat Oct 31 19:35:10 1981 mist and work In order to provide maximum protection from a toxic plume of hydrochloric acid and aluminum oxide from the SRB exhaust, NASA is moving seating for dignitaries, celebrities, etc. back 1/2 from the April spot to 4 miles from pad 39A. They are also selling mist covers to people who park their cars closer.

Monitors have also been set up to measure the reaction with the environment.

Meanwhile, the shuttle has passed a test for leaks in the steering systems. Oxygen and hydrogen were also loaded into its fuel cells. Tomorrow, the 5 computer systems on board will be checked.

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