Japan's Strong Earthquake South Korea's "Grabbing" Nuclear Radiation Measuring Instrument

Yonhap reported on the 21st that after the Great Earthquake in Japan, some South Koreans started frantically hoarding kelp, seaweed, mineral water, and other items. Recently, nuclear radiation measuring instruments used by professional organizations have also become targets of buying.

After the explosion at Japan’s nuclear power plants, there were signs of out-of-stock and out-of-stocks in the Korean radiometers. The importer of measuring instruments said on the 21st that there have been constant calls to consult the purchase of radiometers. The company’s inventory has all been sold out, and only a few high-end instruments are sold for up to a million won. Most of the nuclear radiation measuring instruments sold in Korea are U.S. and European products, which are divided into portable devices worth 1 million won (equivalent to 5,821 yuan), and precision instruments such as millions or tens of thousands of won. After the nuclear power accident in Japan, the demand of various countries in the world increased dramatically. The person concerned of the importer "SaneCalibration" stated that because of an increase in demand for personal radiation meters, orders have been placed on the manufacturer. However, it is not easy to say when orders will be received.

Recent nuclear radiation scares have continued to spread in Korea, and various types of online rumors have contributed to it. According to the Department of Nuclear Medicine of the Catholic University of Korea, more than 10 people will consult potassium iodide every day. In response to the wave of panic buying in South Korea caused by the radiation scare, the Korea Disaster Medical Association stated that the impact of the Japanese nuclear power plant explosion on South Korea is overstated. It is necessary to recognize the facts and eliminate the anxiety caused by incorrect information.