Balanced News: Five viral rumors about Fukushima water: DEBUNKED

Japan’s discharge of treated water from the Fukushima nuclear power plant has sparked misinformation in neighboring countries, particularly in China. The article debunks five viral rumors about the water discharge. It clarifies that the treated water falls within the safety standards set by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) and removes harmful radioactive elements, except for trace amounts of tritium. The article also addresses concerns about consuming the treated water, contaminating salt with radiation, and the safety of Japanese seafood products. It emphasizes that the impact of radiation from the discharged water should be negligible, according to the IAEA.