Nuclear war is a common theme of many dystopian films and computer games. Societal collapse, limited food and water, and all-out violence being common themes. But just how accurate are these depictions of the aftermath? Let’s find out. But, before we get into that, it is worthwhile spending a little time looking into what actually happens when a single nuclear weapon explodes. What is the impact of a nuclear explosion? Nuclear explosions are one of the most intense and destructive things… – Interesting Engineering Photo: Stefson/Flickr