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Radioactive contamination from the nuclear power plant in Japan – How serious can it become?

According to Off the Grid News , the recent crisis in Japan has fueled fears of a meltdown and radioactive contamination from the nuclear power plant in Fukushima. As the public hears more about explosions and high levels of radiation, confidence in the safety of nuclear power decreases. The governments of China, Germany and the United States are reviewing their nuclear power programs, and Germany is starting to shut down older nuclear plants to avert any potential catastrophes. As these public and governmental fears push nuclear plants to shut down, the burden on other existing power plants increases. Depending on the country you live in, the remaining infrastructure may not be adequate for handling additional power requirements. Germany in particular requires the output of its nuclear power plants to meet its citizens’ needs, while China is focusing on bringing more coal-fired power plants online. For more information, log onto: http://www.offthegridnews.com/2011/03/...