The situation in Japan is stabilizing

The situation in Japan is gradually stabilizing. Authorities are counting the damage caused by the strongest earthquake and devastating tsunami in 150 years. The situation at the Fukushima-1 nuclear power plant has been taken under control, the most severe damage is eliminated, but from time to time there is a danger of overheating of one or another unit and increasing radiation levels.

At the same time, a new earthquake occurred today in the area of Ibaraki and Fukushima prefectures in the northeast of Honshu Island. There is an emergency nuclear power plant in the area. The force of the push was 5.2 points. Tremors were felt in Tokyo and a number of prefectures adjacent to the capital.

Despite the threat of radioactive contamination, life in the country is gradually returning to normal. In the Japanese TV channels again appeared entertainment, on the shelves of stores became more goods. Gasoline supply disruptions persist and power is still out of many homes.

Many media reports that the Japanese fear radioactive fallout and therefore wear protective masks. In fact, it is now the season of allergies to pollen, which affects a large part of the population. Respiratory masks are common among Japanese.

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