Radiation levels normal after Russian drone strike on Chornobyl shelter
The State Emergency Service of Ukraine (SESU) reports that radiation levels remain within normal limits following a Russian drone strike on the shelter of the 4th reactor at the Chornobyl Nuclear Power Plant.
Source: SESU
Details: Reportedly, radiation levels at the Chornobyl NPP industrial site measured 0.57 microsieverts per hour, which is within the permissible limits.
Quote: "Monitoring is continuing, and the situation is under control. Please follow official updates for more information!"
Background: President Volodymyr Zelenskyy reported that a Russian strike drone with a high-explosive warhead hit the shelter of the 4th reactor at the Chornobyl NPP on the night of 13-14 February. Early assessments indicate significant damage to the sarcophagus, the president said.
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