Fukushima Daiichi incident
The Fukushima Daiichi incident occurred in March 2011 when a massive earthquake and tsunami struck Japan, leading to the failure of cooling systems at the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant. This resulted in the release of radioactive materials into the environment, prompting widespread evacuations and concerns about nuclear safety.
In response to the crisis, the Japanese government implemented emergency measures and initiated a long-term decommissioning process for the affected reactors. The incident raised global awareness about nuclear energy risks and led to changes in nuclear policies in several countries, including a reevaluation of safety protocols and emergency preparedness.