No safety impact for nuclear power plants along Pacific coast after earthquake: IAEA
IAEA is in contact with Japan national authorities about 8.8 magnitude earthquake off Russia's east coast & resulting tsunami. Initial reports indicate no safety impact for nuclear power plants along Pacific coast. ALPS treated water discharge halted in line w/ safety protocols. pic.twitter.com/B6xcJqS1uq
— IAEA - International Atomic Energy Agency ⚛️ (@iaeaorg) July 30, 2025
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