A worker at Japan’s Fukushima nuclear plant has been discovered with elevated radiation levels in his nose, raising concerns about the ongoing challenges associated with the decommissioning process of the plant. The worker is suspected to have removed their full-face mask after completing tasks, potentially exposing themselves to radioactive materials. Tokyo Electric Power (Tepco) reassured that the employee is not facing immediate health issues, and a comprehensive full-body scan showed no signs of internal contamination.
This incident follows a similar one three months ago when four workers were splashed with water containing radioactive materials, resulting in hospitalization for two of them. The Fukushima nuclear plant suffered a major disaster in 2011 after a massive earthquake and tsunami, making it one of the worst nuclear accidents in history. The ongoing cleanup operation, including the removal of radioactive fuel and rubble from the reactors, is expected to take decades.
In August, Japan began releasing treated wastewater equivalent to 540 Olympic swimming pools into the Pacific, drawing concerns and opposition from neighboring countries. While Tokyo insists that the water is harmless, China and Russia have banned Japanese seafood imports.
The incident underscores the continued risks and complexities associated with the decommissioning process at Fukushima and emphasizes the importance of strict safety measures for workers involved in the cleanup efforts. Authorities have pledged to conduct a comprehensive analysis of the situation, with results expected to be available next month.
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