Atomic!

When the hour of balance comes, mankind may no longer be the dominant race. That''s why we keep such a close watch on all the Rings. From time to time we work them over with flame-throwers. Only atomic power, of course, would quiet that seething life permanently-which is no solution. We''ve got Rings enough right now without resorting to more atom bombs. It''s a hydra-headed problem without an answer. All we can do is watch, wait, be ready....