Fukushima Daiichi

Definition

Fukushima Daiichi refers to a nuclear disaster that occurred in 2011 at the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant in Japan. It was triggered by a massive earthquake and tsunami, leading to meltdowns, hydrogen explosions, and the release of radioactive materials.

Analogy

Imagine you're building a sandcastle near the shore when suddenly a giant wave crashes onto the beach, destroying your creation and washing away everything around it. The Fukushima Daiichi incident is like that destructive force of nature overwhelming the power plant and causing widespread damage.

Related terms

Tsunami: A series of ocean waves caused by an underwater earthquake, landslide, or volcanic eruption.

Nuclear Reactor Cooling System: A system designed to remove heat from a nuclear reactor core to prevent overheating.

Radioactive Contamination: The presence of radioactive substances on surfaces or within solids, liquids, or gases where they are not normally found.