Higher radiation levels on helicopters

Higher radiation levels on SDF helicopters

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Higher radiation levels on SDF helicopters

Higher than normal levels of radiation have been detected on Ground Self-Defense Force helicopters that flew over the troubled Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant even after decontamination. GSDF sources say hundreds of microsieverts of radiation per hour were detected at engine inlets and other parts of the helicopters, which monitored radiation levels and took aerial pictures of the plant. The US military has informed the Japanese force that radioactive cesium in particular easily adheres to paint used on helicopters and other vehicles. The GSDF is trying to ensure that all mechanics will wear protective gear during their work. It is also considering the purchase of new equipment to vacuum up radioactive substances. Read more at www3.nhk.or.jp

 

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