About radiation, radioactive material (July 1, 2013 update)
Updated: July 1, 2013
In response to the accident that occurred at TEPCO's Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant, we would like to inform you that various measurements of radiation and other issues are being carried out at various institutions.
Regarding the measurement of air radiation dose, the government is conducting monitoring measurements using aircraft as well as monitoring measurements using cars, and the measurement results are being made public. [ Click here for the measurement results by the government (external link) ] .
The Tokyo Metropolitan Government had been measuring air radiation levels in Shinjuku Ward since before the earthquake, and after the earthquake, monitoring posts were added in Edogawa, Kodaira, Koto, Ota, Adachi, Hachioji, and Chofu, and measurements began one after another. It has been.
In addition to lending measuring equipment to cities, wards, towns and villages, we also measure air radiation levels throughout Tokyo in a 4 km x 4 km area. ” measurements have been carried out and the measurement results have been published [ Click here for the measurement results by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government (external link) ].
The city also conducts measurements using a simple radiation dose measuring device that it purchased independently, and also publishes the measured values for reference [Click here for the city's measurement results ].
Status of response to radiation and radioactive substances
We have created a link to a site where radiation measurement results are posted, so please use it as a reference. If there are any changes to the content, we will update it accordingly.
In addition, the government has set up a portal site "Radiation Monitoring Information" (external link) that aggregates links to related pages of related ministries and agencies, so please use it as well.
| Status of response to radiation and radioactive substances | |||
| subject | Correspondence situation | current situation | Groups, organizations, etc. that measure |
| atmosphere | National aircraft monitoring was carried out. | Aircraft monitoring is carried out by the government, and the measurement results are published on the website. | Nuclear Regulation Authority *Please see radiation monitoring information. |
| National vehicle monitoring was carried out. | Since 2012, the national government has carried out automobile monitoring (driving survey), and the measurement results have been published on the website. | ||
| Measurements are being continued at measurement facilities such as the Tokyo Metropolitan Health and Safety Research Center in Shinjuku Ward, Tokyo. | At the Tokyo Metropolitan Health and Safety Research Center in Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, the number detected during normal times is changing. | Tokyo Metropolitan Institute of Health and Safety | |
| More than 100 measurements were carried out in Tokyo by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government. | Measurements were taken on June 15, 2011 at the Inagi City Chuo Park General Ground, and the results are published on our website. | Environmental radiation measurement results in Tokyo *Please see the measurement results of air radiation levels throughout Tokyo. |
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| Using space radiation dosimeters, city officials carry out measurements at 38 locations in elementary schools, junior high schools, nursery schools, and kindergartens in the city. | We summarize the measurement results of all the points we are measuring and publish them on our website. | Inagi City Hall Environment Division | |
| We carry out local measurements of public facilities using space radiation dosimeters. | For each facility, we summarize the measurement results and publish them on our website. | Inagi City Hall Facilities Division | |
| We carry out citizen rental of space radiation dosimeter. | Air radiation dosimeters are available for rent to representatives of groups over the age of 20 who live or work in the city or have offices in the city. | Inagi City Hall Environment Division | |
| Tap water | Measurements are being continued at each water purification plant in Kanamachi, Asaka, Ozaku, and Higashimurayama. | Not detected at water purification plant * Water supply is switched to the normal Higashimurayama water purification plant system, and a blend of Tokyo tap water, which is about 80% of the Tone River water system, Arakawa water system, and about 20% of the Tama river system, and deep well water in the city, is distributed. |
Bureau of Waterworks, Tokyo Metropolitan Government |
| Inagi City Hall Sewerage Division (About the safety of tap water in Inagi City) | |||
| sewer | We will continue to conduct regular measurements and publish them on the website of the Bureau of Sewerage, Tokyo Metropolitan Government. *For Inagi City, please see the figures for the Minamitama Water Reclamation Center. |
Detailed concentrations of dehydrated sludge and sludge incineration ash at each water reclamation center and sludge plant where sludge is treated by the Bureau of Sewerage, Tokyo Metropolitan Government, and measurement of spatial radiation dose around the facilities. | Bureau of Sewerage, Tokyo Metropolitan Government |
| soil | Measurement of soil on the premises of the Tokyo Metropolitan Institute of Health and Safety is being carried out. | On September 6, 2011 (collection), measurements of the soil on the premises of the Tokyo Metropolitan Institute of Health and Safety have been carried out. | Tokyo Metropolitan Institute of Health and Safety |
| Fallout | Measurements are being continued at the Tokyo Metropolitan Health and Safety Research Center in Shinjuku Ward, Tokyo. | Many non-detections continue. | Tokyo Metropolitan Institute of Health and Safety |
| agricultural products | The Tokyo Metropolitan Government conducts radioactive material inspections to confirm the safety of agricultural and livestock products produced in Tokyo. | Inspection result of agricultural products from Inagi City was non-detection. | Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries |
| Bureau of Industrial and Labor Affairs, Tokyo Metropolitan Government | |||
| Inagi City Office Economy Division (Regarding radioactive material inspection of agricultural and livestock products produced in Tokyo) | |||
| School lunch ingredients, etc. | In the city, we carried out measurements by an analysis organization about food ingredients for school lunches at licensed nursery schools, municipal hospitals, and public elementary and junior high schools in the city. | Radioactivity measurement results of school lunch ingredients at licensed nursery schools, municipal hospitals, and public elementary and junior high schools in the city were not detected. | Inagi City Hall Child-rearing Support Division |
| Inagi City Hospital | |||
| Inagi City School Lunch Common Kitchen | |||
| Tamagawa Sanitation Association (Incinerated ash, etc.) | 1 Molten slag (storage), 2 Molten slag (regular), 3 Solidified fly ash, 4 Exhaust gas (for incineration No. 2 furnace), 5 Exhaust gas (for ash melting No. 2 furnace), 6 Spatial radiation dose at the site boundary We are measuring about. | The survey results are posted on the Tokyo Metropolitan Government website as appropriate. | Bureau of Environment, Tokyo Metropolitan Government |
| It is also posted on the website of the Tamagawa Sanitation Association. | Tamagawa Hygiene Association | ||
*Links to sites other than Inagi City's initiatives and facilities are external links.
*If the value is below the lower measurement limit, it is considered "undetected."
*For health consultation, please contact the Tokyo Minamitama Health Center (external link) at 042-371-7661.
Radiation-related public relations, etc. by relevant ministries and agencies
1. “Food and Radioactivity” (Consumer Affairs Agency)
``We have created a ``Food and Radioactivity Q&A'' to explain in an easy-to-understand manner the questions and concerns consumers have regarding radioactivity and the safety of foods, etc. '', it has an easy-to-understand structure that starts with explanations such as the meaning of radiation.
Please feel free to use this as a reference.
[Consumer Affairs Agency website] (external link)
Pamphlet issued by the Consumer Affairs Agency *Please see "Click here for 'Food and Radioactivity Q&A'" on the page.
2. “Pamphlet that answers concerns about radiation for pregnant women and mothers raising children” (Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare)
We would like to introduce you to a pamphlet available on the Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare's website that answers concerns that pregnant women and mothers raising children may have regarding the effects of radiation.
The Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare has summarized what the Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare would like to convey to everyone regarding the safety of water, air, and food.We have tried to use simple language and simple expressions, including illustrations, on the premise that it is easy for anyone to understand. It is said that it was created by
Please feel free to use this as a reference.
[Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare website] (External link)
Pamphlets and leaflets issued by the Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare
Inquiries about this page
Inagi City Urban Environment Development Department Living Environment Division
2111 Higashi Naganuma, Inagi City
Phone: 042-378-2111 Fax: 042-377-4781
