VIDEO Fukushima, nine years after devastation

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Video Summary​

• Description: The video marks nine years since the catastrophic earthquake and tsunami that struck Fukushima, Japan, leading to a nuclear meltdown at the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant.
• Access: The CBS News team provides a rare glimpse into the restricted areas surrounding the affected sites, highlighting the ongoing challenges faced after the disaster.
• Current Situation:
• Over 160,000 people evacuated from the area, many of whom have not returned.
• The region is still considered a no-go zone due to high radiation levels, with dosimeters indicating exposure levels significantly above normal.
• The maintenance and cleanup are ongoing, with efforts aimed at encasing damaged reactors to contain radiation.

Key Issues Discussed​

• Radiation Levels: CBS News measures radiation at about 100 times the normal background level in certain areas.
• Water Management: The management of water used to cool damaged reactors remains critical. 1.2 million tons of contaminated water is stored in over 1,000 tanks.
• Public Perception: There's skepticism and anxiety among locals regarding the safety of releasing treated water into the ocean, despite assurances from TEPCO about safety regulations.
• Long-Term Decommissioning: The timeline for safely decommissioning the site could stretch decades into the future as technology improves for addressing the contaminated areas.

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