Dai-ichi nuclear disaster

The Dai-ichi nuclear disaster occurred in March 2011 when a massive earthquake and tsunami struck Japan, causing the plant’s cooling systems to fail. This led to overheating of nuclear reactors, resulting in partial meltdowns and the release of radioactive materials into the environment. Although no immediate deaths occurred from radiation exposure, the incident prompted widespread evacuations and raised concerns about nuclear safety. It is considered one of the worst nuclear accidents since Chernobyl, emphasizing the importance of disaster preparedness and robust safety measures in nuclear facilities.