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On April 5, 2024, a state of emergency was declared in Khabarovsk, a city in Russia's Far East, after elevated radiation levels were detected near a power pylon approximately 2.5 kilometers from residential buildings. The incident prompted immediate action from local authorities to investigate and contain the radiation source.

Discovery and response

On March 28, a potential radiation source was discovered at a power pylon 2.5 kilometers away from residential buildings in the industrial district of Khabarovsk. A resident alerted emergency services, however they only arrived on April 4. A Russian radiation control group ECHO arrived on April 3. They reported to Novaya Gazeta: "The citizen who discovered the radiation was simply passing by. I went out to look and found such an interesting “find” near the power line. Initially, the resident reported to the Ministry of Emergency Situations; they sent requests for several days. We, volunteers, visited the site on April 3." A state of emergency was declared on April 5 by the city's authorities, and a 900 square meter area around the source was cordoned off.^[1] The state of emergency was declared to allow specialists to work faster, according to the city's head of civil defence Andrey Kolchin.^[2] Initial reports indicated that no injuries or radiation exposure had occurred among the residents,^[3] and residents were reassured by authorities there was no health risk.^[2] The radiation spike was only recorded in the near vicinity of the source, and no excess radiation was recorded outside the exclusion zone.

The radiation source was revealed to be a radioactive caesium capsule from a detector.^[1]

The state of emergency was lifted on April 8.^[1]

Environmental impact

After the radiation source was located, it was sealed in a protective container to be transported to a nuclear waste storage facility. Officials said there was no environmental pollution.^[2]

Historical context

Khabarovsk was not known for nuclear incidents in the past. However, the radiation leak reminded the public of the Chernobyl disaster and the Nyonoksa radiation accident^[2]

Media coverage

The incident received extensive media coverage both domestically and internationally. News outlets provided updates on the situation, the response efforts, and the ongoing investigations. The media also played a crucial role in disseminating information to the public and ensuring transparency in the handling of the incident.

References

^ ^a ^b ^c McFadden, Christopher. "Mysterious radioactive capsule removed from Russian city bordering China". Interesting Engineering. Retrieved 2024-09-02.
^ ^a ^b ^c ^d "MSN". www.msn.com. Retrieved 2024-09-01.
^ "Emergency Declared in Russia's Khabarovsk After Radiation Detected, TASS Says". US News. 2024-04-05.

External links

[:0-1] McFadden, Christopher. "Mysterious radioactive capsule removed from Russian city bordering China". Interesting Engineering. Retrieved 2024-09-02.

[:1-2] "MSN". www.msn.com. Retrieved 2024-09-01.

[3] "Emergency Declared in Russia's Khabarovsk After Radiation Detected, TASS Says". US News. 2024-04-05.

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 == Discovery and response ==
-A potential radiation leak was discovered on March 28, and a state of emergency was declared by Khabarovsk authorities on April 5.{{Better source needed|reason=The current source is insufficiently reliable as it cites largely from Metro and Daily Mail, which are not reliable sources ([[WP:NOTRS]]).|date=August 2024}} The radiation source was discovered near a power pylon in the Industrialny district of Khabarovsk. Initial reports indicated that no injuries or radiation exposure had occurred among the residents.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2024-04-05 |title=Emergency Declared in Russia's Khabarovsk After Radiation Detected, TASS Says |url=https://www.usnews.com/news/world/articles/2024-04-05/emergency-declared-in-russias-khabarovsk-after-radiation-detected-tass-says |archive-url= |archive-date= |access-date= |website=US News}}</ref> Authorities assured the public that there was no immediate threat to health, and measures were taken to monitor and manage the situation.
+On March 28, a potential radiation source was discovered at a power pylon 2.5 kilometers away from residential buildings in the industrial district of Khabarovsk. A resident alerted emergency services, however they only arrived on April 4. A Russian radiation control group ECHO arrived on April 3. They reported to Novaya Gazeta: "The citizen who discovered the radiation was simply passing by. I went out to look and found such an interesting “find” near the power line. Initially, the resident reported to the Ministry of Emergency Situations; they sent requests for several days. We, volunteers, visited the site on April 3." A state of emergency was declared on April 5 by the city's authorities, and a 900 square meter area around the source was cordoned off.<ref name=":0">{{Cite web |last=McFadden |first=Christopher |title=Mysterious radioactive capsule removed from Russian city bordering China |url=https://interestingengineering.com/health/mysterious-radiation-russia-city-china |access-date=2024-09-02 |website=Interesting Engineering |language=en}}</ref> The state of emergency was declared to allow specialists to work faster, according to the city's head of civil defence Andrey Kolchin.<ref name=":1">{{Cite web |title=MSN |url=https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/world/radiation-at-a-nuclear-facility-in-russian-city-chillingly-reminds-people-of-chernobyl-tragedy/ss-BB1lIKlz#image=3 |access-date=2024-09-01 |website=www.msn.com}}</ref> Initial reports indicated that no injuries or radiation exposure had occurred among the residents,<ref>{{Cite web |date=2024-04-05 |title=Emergency Declared in Russia's Khabarovsk After Radiation Detected, TASS Says |url=https://www.usnews.com/news/world/articles/2024-04-05/emergency-declared-in-russias-khabarovsk-after-radiation-detected-tass-says |archive-url= |archive-date= |access-date= |website=US News}}</ref> and residents were reassured by authorities there was no health risk.<ref name=":1" /> The radiation spike was only recorded in the near vicinity of the source, and no excess radiation was recorded outside the exclusion zone.
+The radiation source was revealed to be a radioactive [[caesium]] capsule from a detector.<ref name=":0" />
-== Investigation ==
-The exact cause of the radiation spike remains under investigation. The local branch of Russia's consumer safety watchdog was involved in the initial response and monitoring efforts. The source of the radiation was safely removed, and further investigations were conducted to determine the origin and potential risks associated with the incident.
+The state of emergency was lifted on April 8.<ref name=":0" />
-== Public reaction and safety measures ==
-The declaration of a state of emergency and the swift response by authorities helped to mitigate public concern. Continuous monitoring of radiation levels was implemented to ensure the safety of the residents. The incident drew comparisons to past nuclear accidents, highlighting the importance of stringent safety protocols and rapid response mechanisms.
 == Environmental impact ==
+After the radiation source was located, it was sealed in a protective container to be transported to a nuclear waste storage facility. Officials said there was no environmental pollution.<ref name=":1" />
-Preliminary assessments indicated that the radiation levels, although elevated, did not pose an immediate threat to the environment. However, long-term monitoring was recommended to ensure that there were no delayed effects on the local ecosystem. Environmental agencies were involved in assessing the potential impact on soil, water, and air quality in the affected area.
-== Government and international response ==
-The Russian government, along with international nuclear safety organizations, closely monitored the situation. The incident prompted discussions on improving nuclear safety protocols and emergency response strategies. International experts were consulted to provide insights and recommendations on handling such incidents in the future.
 == Historical context ==
-Khabarovsk has not been known for nuclear incidents in the past, making this event particularly significant. The incident brought back memories of other nuclear accidents, such as the Chernobyl disaster and the Nyonoksa radiation accident, emphasizing the need for constant vigilance and preparedness.
+Khabarovsk was not known for nuclear incidents in the past. However, the radiation leak reminded the public of the Chernobyl disaster and the Nyonoksa radiation accident<ref name=":1" />
 == Media coverage ==
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 == External links ==
-*https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/world/radiation-at-a-nuclear-facility-in-russian-city-chillingly-reminds-people-of-chernobyl-tragedy/ss-BB1lIKlz
 *https://interestingengineering.com/health/mysterious-radiation-russia-city-china
 *https://www.firstpost.com/world/russia-declares-state-of-emergency-after-radiation-detected-in-eastern-city-of-khabarovsk-13756717.html