Radiological Threats

2011 Japan Nuclear Crisis

Public Documents and Information

On Friday March 11, 2011, a 9.0 earthquake struck Japan and caused a tsunami that devastated the northwest region. As a result of these events, the reactors at the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant have been damaged. Multiple explosions and spewing radiation have cause major concerns of radiation exposure. APHL is working to gather capability data from member laboratories and federal partners in FDA, EPA and CDC.

This page provides resources for the public and public health professionals on radiation emergency response.

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Background on Radiation and Health Effects of Radiation Exposure

APHL Fact Sheet - 2011 Japan Nuclear Incident

APHL Policy Fact Sheet, 2010 - Radiological Preparedness

Overview of Radiation, Health Effects and Biodosimetry, Dr. Joseph Albanese

Overview of the State of Connecticut Biodosimetry Laboratory

Federal Guidance and Information

At this time, CDC does not recommend that people in the United States take Potassium Iodide (KI) or iodine supplements in response to the nuclear power plant explosions in Japan.

CDC Fact Sheet - Radiation and Potassium Iodide (KI)

CDC - Radiation Emergency Response and Preparedness

CDC - Health Effects of Radiation Exposure

CDC's Public Health Response to Radiological Accidents: A Guide for State and Local Public Health Departments (Draft), January 2010

EPA - Radiation Dose in Perspective

Food, Milk and Water Safety

FDA and EPA continue to monitor levels in the environment (e.g., air, water, soil), milk and food products. Raw beef, poultry products and processed egg products from Japan are not eligible for exportation from Japan.¹

FDA Radiation Food Safety Questions and Answers

EPA Radiation Monitoring and Tests

Trainings and Presentations

Presentation - APHL Radiation 101 Webinar

EPA - Radionuclides in Drinking Water Training

Presentation - National Alliance for Radiation Readiness

Media and Press Releases

March 22, 2011 - FDA, USDA, NOAA Food Safety Talking Points for Post-Tsunami Safety Communications

March 17, 2011 - Press Release: "Dade Moeller Radiation Experts Respond to Japan Nuclear Incident"

EPA Monitoring of Radiation Statement

US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Japan Radiation Response Statement

Domestic Response to Japan TPs