A Russian city declared a state of emergency due to a mystery radiation leak near homes in Khabarovsk. The source of the leak was found, removed, and contained. Authorities are monitoring radiation levels and investigating the cause.
Key Points
High radiation levels found near homes in Khabarovsk
State of emergency declared to address the radiation leak
Source of radiation removed and contained
Authorities monitoring radiation levels and investigating the cause
Pros
Authorities acted swiftly to cordon off the area and address the radiation leak
The source of radiation was found, removed, and contained
Cons
Took a week for authorities to declare a state of emergency after initial reports of the leak
There was a delay in responding to the high radiation reading reported by a youngster