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On this day, the "Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant Expert Site Observation Team" will conduct a proper scientific verification, such as requesting raw data for comparison of the concentration of treated water through a schedule of 5 nights and 6 days before departure. made his intentions clear. The aim is to secure as much data as possible and confirm the situation with one's own eyes to reduce public anxiety.
With the Japanese government's push to release treated water into the ocean, many South Koreans have been concerned about the long-term health effects of radioactive materials and contamination of marine products. Attention is focused on whether the inspection team will be able to secure scientific grounds that will make the public understand and give them confidence.
The inspection team was headed by Yoo Kook-hee, chairman of the Nuclear Safety Commission, and consisted of 19 experts from the Korea Institute of Nuclear Safety and one person from the Korea Advanced Institute of Marine Science and Technology.
Yu Guk-hee, head of the inspection team, said, "Before departure, we will focus on inspecting the multi-nuclide removal equipment (ALPS) and the residual radioactive material measurement equipment (K4 tank) in the treated water, and inform the public of the confirmed details to ensure peace of mind. We plan to have people's hearts come to mind," he said, adding, "We will request raw data for comparison of concentrations before and after the multi-nuclide removal equipment and thoroughly verify it."
2023/05/22 12:59 KST
