A powerful 7.5 magnitude earthquake rocked northeastern Japan late Monday night (December 8), forcing an immediate pause in the controversial ocean discharge of treated wastewater from the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant. The suspension was announced early Tuesday (December 9) as safety checks began.
Shaking Up Nuclear Plans
While no abnormalities were reported at nuclear facilities in Hokkaido, Aomori, Miyagi, or Fukushima prefectures, officials opted for caution. The quake’s epicenter near Fukushima reignited global debates about nuclear safety – a hot topic since the plant’s 2011 meltdown.
What Happens Next?
Workers are currently inspecting pipelines and storage tanks at the Fukushima facility. “Safety comes first,” said a plant representative in a Tuesday morning briefing. Meanwhile, neighboring countries continue monitoring radiation levels amid ongoing concerns.
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