Answer the following in APA format using 200 or more words. Ensure to cite references used in APA.
State X licensed the Glowing Power Company to operate several nuclear power plants within its territory. Despite all due care, an accident occurred at one of those plants and a large cloud of radioactive dust escaped into the atmosphere. That cloud floated into the airspace above State Y before it began settling. It then caused extensive damage to the population and environment in State Y. Is State X liable for the damages? Is the Glowing Power Company liable for the damages? Why? at.