Russian experts did not record an increase in radioactive cesium-137 levels near the Norwegian border, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said during a briefing with reporters.
“There was no warning from our relevant services about the increase in the content of some isotopes in the atmosphere. There was also no warning about the threats to human health,” he said.
The head of state’s representative added that he could not say anything specific about the latest statement by the Norwegian Radiation and Nuclear Safety Authority (DSA) in this context.
Independent Barents Observer on September 17 reportedExcessive levels of radioactive cesium-137 were detected in the air at two stations in Norway near the Russian Federation border – Vikshefjele and Svanhovde – from September 9 to 12. According to DSA employee Brad Moeller, the amount of the isotope currently in the atmosphere does not pose any threat to the population.
On September 6, Polish law enforcement discovered radioactive waste in the territory of a private house in the city of Siedlce. The total It was like that More than 50 radiation sources.
Previously, employees of the Ministry of Emergency Situations of the Russian Federation strengthened monitoring the radiation situation in various parts of the country.