Japan’s IITATE: Following the 2011 nuclear accident, authorities removed a layer of contaminated soil from large areas of land in order to lower radiation levels throughout the northern Fukushima region of Japan.
Authorities are also considering what to do with the amount of removed soil, which is enough to fill more than ten baseball stadiums, as young farmers work to revitalize the area that was previously recognized for its mouthwatering fruit.
Here are some essential details to be aware of:
For what reason was the soil removed?
The largest known earthquake in Japan struck on March 11, 2011, triggering a massive tsunami that struck the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear plant, resulting in a catastrophic meltdown.
As part of extensive decontamination efforts, topsoil was gathered and high-pressure water jets were used to blast buildings and roads.
