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nuclear-energy1 year ago

"Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Plant Leaks Radioactive Water, Raising Contamination Risk"

Highly radioactive water leaked from a treatment machine at the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant, but no radiation escaped the facility, and no one was injured. The leak, caused by valves left open during maintenance work, resulted in 6 tons of radioactive water seeping into the soil. Despite concerns over Tepco's controversial wastewater discharge project, radiation levels around the plant and in the environment remain unaffected. This incident follows a previous accidental leak at a separate treatment facility, highlighting ongoing challenges in managing the aftermath of the 2011 disaster.

environment2 years ago

Concerned Volunteer Moms Distressed by Fukushima Nuclear Plant's Water Discharge

Volunteer moms in Japan are expressing distress over the decision to release treated radioactive water from the Fukushima nuclear plant into the Pacific Ocean. The discharge, which began on Thursday, is estimated to be around 1.3 million metric tons of wastewater and is expected to continue for the next 30 to 40 years. While the Japanese government and the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) assure that the water is safe, concerns remain about the potential negative impact on the ecosystem and the long-term contamination legacy for future generations. Neighboring countries, including China, have voiced objections and implemented bans on imports of Japanese aquatic products.