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34 Locations Higher Than Chernobyl Evacuation Level
[Translate] 34 locations had radiation higher than the evacuation level used at Chernobyl. Two were outside the 20km evacuation zone and one is outside the 30km zone. The locations outside the 20km zone were subject to an additional evacuation when they were first detected. These levels were taken to pinpoint concentrations. No word if similar testing has happened in other areas outside the evacuation zone. This article would not be possible without the extensive efforts of the SimplyInfo research team Join the conversation at chat.simplyinfo.org All content is copyright SimplyInfo.org. Content may also be copyright of other specific original authors or creators and was reproduced here with limited permission. While we welcome the sharing of information or promoting our work, please do so with respect to the large amount of effort and time that … Read entire article »
Filed under: METI, The Latest
News Roundup – August 31st, 2011
[Translate] Workers exposed to beta radiation while changing a water filter ignored dosimeter alarms. http://mdn.mainichi.jp/mdnnews/news/20110831p2a00m0na001000c.html Workers exposed to beta radiation were using a ladder to change filter, have radiation burns. http://www3.nhk.or.jp/news/html/20110831/k10015284161000.html 57.4 billion yen in claimed agriculture damages so far against TEPCO http://www.asahi.com/special/10005/TKY201108310388.html This article would not be possible without the extensive efforts of the SimplyInfo research team Join the conversation at chat.simplyinfo.org All content is copyright SimplyInfo.org. Content may also be copyright of other specific original authors or creators and was reproduced here with limited permission. While we welcome the sharing of information or promoting our work, please do so with respect to the large amount of effort and time that goes into our research and analysis. Referring to something or a quote is great, copying it all or in substantial parts is not so great. If you … Read entire article »
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Tropical Storm Talas Update
[Translate] Thanks again to Thunder for providing today’s Talas update: The track has jumped around a little in the last 24 hours, firstly west and now has migrated eastward again a little, models having problem pin pointing what an upper level trough will do in regards to the steering ridge, that is the steering ridge is like a wall of high pressure air, the trough is an elongated area of low pressure, the trough will make a hole in the wall through which the system can pass- weaker trough more western crossing, stronger trough more eastern crossing). JTWC current forecast map about the same as 24 hours ago(now over Kinki instead of Tokai-a little more westerly) the intensity forecast has changed a little too but nothing too major to warant discussion. As … Read entire article »
Filed under: The Latest, Weather
Worker Sprayed With Radioactive Water, 100000 cpm at Fukushima
[Translate] TEPCO mentioned in a press conference that a worker was sprayed with highly radioactive water while moving a hose. The readings at that time were 100,000 cpm. No further details were provided by TEPCO at the conference. This article would not be possible without the extensive efforts of the SimplyInfo research team Join the conversation at chat.simplyinfo.org All content is copyright SimplyInfo.org. Content may also be copyright of other specific original authors or creators and was reproduced here with limited permission. While we welcome the sharing of information or promoting our work, please do so with respect to the large amount of effort and time that goes into our research and analysis. Referring to something or a quote is great, copying it all or in substantial parts is not so great. If you … Read entire article »
Filed under: Humanitarian, Plant Status, The Latest
Radiation Everywhere
[Translate] New reports were everywhere in the past 24 hours of radiation being found or information finally being released. These are some of the stories we found. Radiation found in 15 prefectures http://ajw.asahi.com/article/0311disaster/fukushima/AJ201108298154 Cesium found 100km from plant with map http://www.asahi.com/special/10005/TKY201108290502.html Contamination in parts of the exclusion zone far higher than Chernobyl levels http://ex-skf.blogspot.com/2011/08/soil-contamination-in-34-locations-in.html?utm_source=twitterfeed&utm_medium=twitter Workers received high beta radiation doses while changing water filters http://mainichi.jp/select/weathernews/news/20110830ddm002040102000c.html Contamination in areas higher that IAEA evacuation levels http://www3.nhk.or.jp/news/html/20110829/t10015231101000.html Residents in the region should have taken protective iodine http://ajw.asahi.com/article/0311disaster/fukushima/AJ201108298140 More on the iodine incidents http://www.asahi.com/national/update/0827/TKY201108270350.html This article would not be possible without the extensive efforts of the SimplyInfo research team Join the conversation at chat.simplyinfo.org All content is copyright SimplyInfo.org. Content may also be copyright of other specific original authors or creators and was reproduced here with limited permission. While we welcome the sharing of information or promoting our work, please … Read entire article »
Filed under: Radiation Exposure, Sea/Soil Contamination, The Latest
Tropical Storm Talas Heads For Honshu
[Translate] The SimplyInfo.org team has been tracking tropical storms that may approach the main island of Honshu in the event that they might cause problems at Fukushima. Thunder and Majj have both been reporting the progress of Talas as it approaches Japan. Check back for updates as we know more. Thunder’s report from this morning: This article would not be possible without the extensive efforts of the SimplyInfo research team Join the conversation at chat.simplyinfo.org All content is copyright SimplyInfo.org. Content may also be copyright of other specific original authors or creators and was reproduced here with limited permission. While we welcome the sharing of information or promoting our work, please do so with respect to the large amount of effort and time that goes into our research and analysis. Referring to something or a … Read entire article »
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North Anna Nuclear Plant Raises Even More Concerns
[Translate] The NRC announced that they have sent an augmented team to assist with the inspections at the North Anna nuclear plant. No major damage is being cited by the NRC, but they mention the ground motion may have exceeded the plant design. This article would not be possible without the extensive efforts of the SimplyInfo research team Join the conversation at chat.simplyinfo.org All content is copyright SimplyInfo.org. Content may also be copyright of other specific original authors or creators and was reproduced here with limited permission. While we welcome the sharing of information or promoting our work, please do so with respect to the large amount of effort and time that goes into our research and analysis. Referring to something or a quote is great, copying it all or in substantial parts is … Read entire article »
Filed under: The Latest, US Nuclear News
Kan’s Cabinet Steps Down
[Translate] The entire cabinet has stepped down including Edano. No word was given what will happen in the interim as the new administration takes over. The press conference video available here. This article would not be possible without the extensive efforts of the SimplyInfo research team Join the conversation at chat.simplyinfo.org All content is copyright SimplyInfo.org. Content may also be copyright of other specific original authors or creators and was reproduced here with limited permission. While we welcome the sharing of information or promoting our work, please do so with respect to the large amount of effort and time that goes into our research and analysis. Referring to something or a quote is great, copying it all or in substantial parts is not so great. If you wish to reproduce any of our content … Read entire article »
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Workers Exposed To Penetrating Beta Radiation At Fukushima
[Translate] Two workers and possibly a third were exposed to penetrating beta radiation while changing filters in the water clean up systems at Fukushima Daiichi. They were pulling submerged components and were exposed to 23.4 – 17.1 mSv of radiation. It is not clear what their actual internal dose is, all three are undergoing more tests. In the rush to build decontamination equipment shielding and safe maintenance seem to have been an afterthought and are now causing issues for the workers running the systems. This article would not be possible without the extensive efforts of the SimplyInfo research team Join the conversation at chat.simplyinfo.org All content is copyright SimplyInfo.org. Content may also be copyright of other specific original authors or creators and was reproduced here with limited permission. While we welcome the sharing of information or … Read entire article »
Filed under: Daiichi NPP, Plant Status, Radiation Exposure, The Latest
Worker Death From “Acute Leukemia” At Fukushima Daiichi
[Translate] A worker at Fukushima Daiichi has died. He is reported to have worked at the plant for a week for one of TEPCO’s first tier subcontractors. The worker began at Fukushima in early August, worked for seven days before becoming extremely ill. He died on August 16th. The worker was 40 years old and was involved in radiation exposure admin and doorway admin. No further details were given about the nature of his work at the plant. The diagnosis of acute leukemia is a PR-speak way of saying radiation poisoning. This article would not be possible without the extensive efforts of the SimplyInfo research team Join the conversation at chat.simplyinfo.org All content is copyright SimplyInfo.org. Content may also be copyright of other specific original authors or creators and was reproduced here with limited … Read entire article »
Filed under: Featured, Radiation Exposure
France Calls For International Nuclear Response Team
[Translate] The French PM called for an international nuclear crisis training center and ways to cooperate on safety and standards. He also called for an international crisis team. In light of all the time and negotiating it took just to get needed equipment like pumping cranes and robots, this is an overdue idea. We previously mentioned a Chernobyl survivors group who is asking for the same changes. From the Bloomberg article: “Fillon today called for “convergence” on safety standards around the world through structures such as the crisis management mechanism, which could be overseen by the International Atomic Energy Agency. “After Fukushima we have to reconsider every way we manage crisis,” he said. “Governments must protect their populations.”” Hindsight is always 20/20. An international ready team is a good idea as is more international cooperation. … Read entire article »
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North Anna Nuclear Plant Quake May Have Been Beyond Safety Design
[Translate] The North Anna nuclear plant in Virginia experienced a power loss after an earthquake hit the eastern US. A number of things have caused concern about the North Anna plant including statements that the earthquake did not trip the reactors into automatic shutdown. The power plants seismic monitoring equipment was sent off to the manufacturer for analysis. The initial and mid-term analysis both state that the quake was beyond the design basis for the plant. “Following the event, seismic data was retrieved from the installed monitoring system and shipped to the vendor to determine the response spectrum for the event. On August 26, 2011 at 1340 hours, initial reviews of the data determined that the seismic activity potentially exceeded the Design Basis Earthquake magnitude value above 5 Hz.” No word yet if the … Read entire article »
Filed under: Featured, US Nuclear News
High Radiation Levels Found 100km from Fukushima Daiichi
[Translate] The Atomic Energy Agency and Kyoto University used a car equipped with testing equipment and Google Earth to create this visual map of radiation levels. The testing shows even 100km away pockets of high radiation have built up. The terrain and other factors condense radiation in certain areas. The video shows how one area can be relatively safe and another very high, even far away from the plant. This article would not be possible without the extensive efforts of the SimplyInfo research team Join the conversation at chat.simplyinfo.org All content is copyright SimplyInfo.org. Content may also be copyright of other specific original authors or creators and was reproduced here with limited permission. While we welcome the sharing of information or promoting our work, please do so with respect to the large amount of … Read entire article »
Filed under: Featured, Fukushima and Japan, Japan Exposure, Monitoring Results, Radiation Exposure
Greenpeace Urges Delay In School Starts In Fukushima
[Translate] 記事の末尾に日本語訳。 Greenpeace is urging officials to delay school or take other action due to high levels still being found in schools far from the evacuation zone. After decontamination schools are still posting radiation readings well above the international standard. Authorities raised the maximum radiation level Friday in an attempt to approve schools that were still too contaminated. One school had a reading 70% higher than the international limit. “”No parent should have to choose between radiation exposure and education for their child,” said Kazue Suzuki, Greenpeace Japan’s anti-nuclear project head.” Japanese translation provided by Ob_Li 環境保護団体グリーンピースは、避難区域以外の地域からも高レベルの放射能汚染が見つかった事に際し、新学期の開始を遅らせる様に、関係者へ要請しました。除染作業が完了した学校でも、国際基準を遥かに上回る放射線が検出されております。当局は、最大放射線量の引き上げを金曜日に行い、汚染レベルの高い学校の新学期開始を承認する予定でした。ある学校では、国際基準より７０％高い放射性物質が検出されております。 「親が学校教育か被曝か、と選択する必要はない」と環境保護団体グリーンピースの、反核プロジェクトチーフを務めるすずきかずえさんは語りました。 This article would not be possible without the extensive efforts of the SimplyInfo research team Join the conversation at chat.simplyinfo.org All content is copyright SimplyInfo.org. Content may also be copyright of other specific original authors or creators and was reproduced here with … Read entire article »
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People In Disaster Area Caught In Political Dysfunction
[Translate] ““I didn’t do anything wrong, but I lost everything,” said Ikuhashi, who was made unemployed after the disaster and has since separated from his wife after the post-disaster stress took its toll on their marriage.” As half a year since the Fukushima Daiichi disaster nears, people’s patience is running out. This article would not be possible without the extensive efforts of the SimplyInfo research team Join the conversation at chat.simplyinfo.org All content is copyright SimplyInfo.org. Content may also be copyright of other specific original authors or creators and was reproduced here with limited permission. While we welcome the sharing of information or promoting our work, please do so with respect to the large amount of effort and time that goes into our research and analysis. Referring to something or a quote is great, copying … Read entire article »
Filed under: Humanitarian, Japan Impact, The Latest
Tropical Storm Talas May Turn Into Typhoon, Hit Japan Mainland
[Translate] Tropical storm Talas has the potential now to increase to a category 1 typhoon with wind above 120mph. The current predictions have it rolling up the main island of Honshu. These are early predictions, more accurate predictions can be made as the storm approaches Japan. Check back here for updates at Talas progresses. This article would not be possible without the extensive efforts of the SimplyInfo research team Join the conversation at chat.simplyinfo.org All content is copyright SimplyInfo.org. Content may also be copyright of other specific original authors or creators and was reproduced here with limited permission. While we welcome the sharing of information or promoting our work, please do so with respect to the large amount of effort and time that goes into our research and analysis. Referring to something or a … Read entire article »
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Things We See On The TEPCO Webcam
[Translate] Strange things are spotted on the TEPCO webcam from time to time. A pair of lost dogs, that were later rescued. A random Tanuki or two and stray cats. We see workers go past frequently. Then there was this guy. He is either directing a piece of equipment or a one man flash mob was our best guess. We have the video and a couple of still shots below. This article would not be possible without the extensive efforts of the SimplyInfo research team Join the conversation at chat.simplyinfo.org All content is copyright SimplyInfo.org. Content may also be copyright of other specific original authors or creators and was reproduced here with limited permission. While we welcome the sharing of information or promoting our work, please do so with respect to the large amount … Read entire article »
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Anger In Fukushima
[Translate] Residents nearest the destroyed Fukushima Daiichi power plant expressed their anger and frustration with the situation in their home towns. Some are angry decontamination won’t be attempted so close to the plant. Others that they cooperated with the locating and operating of the reactors in their home town but are not being treated with indifference. The plan to create a nuclear waste disposal site in the prefecture has also upset many. This article would not be possible without the extensive efforts of the SimplyInfo research team Join the conversation at chat.simplyinfo.org All content is copyright SimplyInfo.org. Content may also be copyright of other specific original authors or creators and was reproduced here with limited permission. While we welcome the sharing of information or promoting our work, please do so with respect to the … Read entire article »
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CRIIRAD Gives Workshop To Train Citizens In Radiation Testing
[Translate] French NGO CRIIRAD presented a workshop in Yokohama to show interested citizens how to test food for radiation contamination. Children Nationwide shared images on their Facebook page and announced they are attempting to set up their own lab in Yokohama. The equipment needed is quite expensive, the local group will commence fundraising soon to buy their own equipment. As soon as we hear about that effort starting we will share the fundraising information. This article would not be possible without the extensive efforts of the SimplyInfo research team Join the conversation at chat.simplyinfo.org All content is copyright SimplyInfo.org. Content may also be copyright of other specific original authors or creators and was reproduced here with limited permission. While we welcome the sharing of information or promoting our work, please do so with respect … Read entire article »
Filed under: Citizen Reporting, Food/Water Contamination, Protect Yourself, The Latest
Noda Elected New PM of Japan
[Translate] Yoshihiko Noda was elected as the new Prime Minister of Japan. Little is known of Noda outside of Japan. How he intends to lead or where his allegiances are remains to be seen. http://www3.nhk.or.jp/daily/english/29_h24.html This article would not be possible without the extensive efforts of the SimplyInfo research team Join the conversation at chat.simplyinfo.org All content is copyright SimplyInfo.org. Content may also be copyright of other specific original authors or creators and was reproduced here with limited permission. While we welcome the sharing of information or promoting our work, please do so with respect to the large amount of effort and time that goes into our research and analysis. Referring to something or a quote is great, copying it all or in substantial parts is not so great. If you wish to reproduce any of … Read entire article »
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