Traces of radioactivity from the nuclear power plant in Fukushima were found in Russia's capital city, but should pose no threat to the health of the population, according to the authorities.
RADON, a company specialized in nuclear decontamination, has detected tiny radioactive particles in Moscow, according to deputy director, Oleg Polski. "Since March 23, we recorded a level of radioactivity which has the characteristics of a nuclear emergency" said Polski. It is the presence of substances such as Iodine 131, Cesium 134, Cesium 137 and Telurium 132.
"The isotopes presence demonstrate links with the accident at Fukushima, but particles are not dangerous to humans" assures Polski.
Moscow, located in the western part of Russia, was probably affected by the radioactive cloud that has reached Eastern Europe a couple of days ago.
Last week, Russia banned imports of food from four Japanese prefectures affected by the accident at the Fukushima.
Any update on other places that might have been contaminated meanwhile?
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