Discharge of treated radioactive wastewater from Fukushima nuclear plant set to begin

(23 Aug 2023) RESTRICTION SUMMARY: ASSOCIATED PRESS Fukushima, Japan - 24 August 2023 1. Various long shots of Fukushima plant STORYLINE: Fukushima’s Daiichi nuclear power plant was expected to start discharging treated and diluted radioactive wastewater into the Pacific Ocean on Thursday, a controversial step that took more than 12 years since the meltdowns of the reactors that started the battle with the ever growing radioactive water and its risk of leaks. The government and the operator, Tokyo Electric Power Company Holdings, say the step is unavoidable for Fukushima’s recovery and that it will be safely carry out, but the plan faces opposition in and outside Japan. =========================================================== Clients are reminded to adhere to all listed restrictions and to check the terms of their licence agreements. For further assistance, please contact the AP Archive on: Tel 44(0)2074827482 Email: info@. Find out more about AP Archive: Twitter: Facebook: ​​ Instagram: You can license this story through AP Archive: