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We can expect to see continued fluctuations of the radiation level as this crisis evolves. >> what do we know about the spent fuel rods? it's not only the reactor core itself but it's also apparently exposure to the spent fuel, which is also supposed to be cooled but all of the backup systems failed as we know. >> the the spent fuel, andrea, is something that worries me at the moment. after fuel is taken out of a nuclear reactor, it's stored in bas basically next door to keep it cool. then the water will evaporate and that can lead to fire a. it can lead to radiation, but it's another pathway ...

Plant? >> anytime you're facing a high radiation level, there will be health concerns. they're still doing it in a safe and effective method possible. they're limiting the amount of time exposed to the course. that's very important. they also have according to nhk this morning, a pool of 200 workers that can move in. >> is it fair to use thw word safe? i'm curious about the word safe at this point when we know the length of time those individuals have been in there. can you even call it safe what's happening to them inside? >> well, it's an emergency situation and there are rules, typical rule...

Kilometers within the plant. the plant's owners have ordered all but 50 of their workers to leave. and officials say at least 500 people remain within the evacuation zone. here is japan's chief cabinet secretary on what precautions residents should be taking. >> translator: please keep the windows shut. do not use ventilation. and if you are to hang your laundry, please keep them indoors. and the further away you move from the power plants, the radiation level will become lower. so beyond the 20 kilometer radius of the radiation level should be reduced quite much so that the harm to human heal...

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Plant continue to say the radiation being released does not pose health risks. >> looking at radiation level, they think this has impact on human health. >> there are no evacuation drills and this is necessary. he says that the electric power company never told us about any risky or dangerous situation. >> no safe level of radiation for any amount you get means increased cancer down the road. >> japan's prime minister spoke about the unfolding disaster. >> 65 years after the end of world war ii, this is the toughest, most difficult crisis for japan. >> the international atopic energy agency ra...