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网络流传证实属虚假 辐射污染没侵袭亚洲
（吉隆坡14日讯）网络上流传一则关于日本核电厂爆炸产生的辐射污染将侵袭亚洲国家的消息，证实是虚假。
日前网络上疯狂流传一则讯息，而内容则是：“英国广播公司快讯：日本政府承认核漏，亚洲国家应采必须措施，未来24小时内尽量留在室内，包住最易受辐射伤害的颈部。人民必须关闭门窗，采取额外的预防措施，辐射可能会于今日下午4时侵略菲律宾。”
菲律宾政府今日透过官方网站发表文告指出，民众不要相信此谣言，而这些谣言都是通过网络，手机短信，电子邮件传出。
在福岛核第一电站两起爆炸事件和可能发生的崩溃，尚未能到达其他国家。事实上，仅在12英里半的植物才会容易受到当前部分辐射泄漏影响。菲律宾核研究所（PNRI）发表声明说，在菲律宾的环境辐射水平正常。
日前网络上疯狂流传一则讯息，而内容则是：“英国广播公司快讯：日本政府承认核漏，亚洲国家应采必须措施，未来24小时内尽量留在室内，包住最易受辐射伤害的颈部。人民必须关闭门窗，采取额外的预防措施，辐射可能会于今日下午4时侵略菲律宾。”
菲律宾政府今日透过官方网站发表文告指出，民众不要相信此谣言，而这些谣言都是通过网络，手机短信，电子邮件传出。
在福岛核第一电站两起爆炸事件和可能发生的崩溃，尚未能到达其他国家。事实上，仅在12英里半的植物才会容易受到当前部分辐射泄漏影响。菲律宾核研究所（PNRI）发表声明说，在菲律宾的环境辐射水平正常。
English Version:-
Social networks get things spread out so fast, and it has boon and bane. Cannot agree more with Gene-Harn, there're 2 reasons why people copy & paste status so eagerly.
1 who is eager to see their information is being spread out so fast and many to gain attention, 2 who is users who are eager to get information towards this epidemic who are helping people. You all did a great job but just mind where you get the information from =) thanks!
We should be equally be reminded too before posting any updates, especially on disaster; please double confirm on websites like CNN or BBC.
This may avoid unnecessary panics. The aftermath of Japan's 8.9 earthquake and Tsunami saw a lot of rumors spreading around, like the writer of Naruto died in earthquake; a Japanese AV super star died hitting by Tsunami waves; and the current radiation spreading or acid rain hitting in 24 hours.
Here are the facts, quoted directly from
http://www.bloggedphilippines.com/2011/03/not-true-bbc-news-flash-report-japan.html
Since the news spread out about the possible meltdown of Japan's nuclear reactor in Fukushima due to the strong earthquake last Friday, there has been fictitious text/SMS messages circulating around the Philippines. The text message warns that the radiation from the problematic nuclear plant will reach the Philippines and other Asian countries today and everybody is advised to stay indoors for their safety especially when it rains. Here's one variation of that text message:
BBC FLASHNEWS: Japan government confirms radiation leak at Fukushima nuclear plants. Asia countries should take necessary precautions. If rain comes, remain indoors first 24hrs. Close doors & windows. Swab neclskin with betadine where thyroid area is, radiation hits thyroid first. Take extra precautions. Radiation may hit Phil at starting 4pm today. Pls send to your loved ones.
If you received a similar text message: DO NOT BELIEVE IT! DO NOT FORWARD IT! It's a false warning designed to spread unnecessary anxiety and confusion.
Here are the facts:
- Although there has been two explosions in the Fukushima nuclear plant and a possible meltdown might occur, there has been no radiation leak yet that can reach other countries. In fact, only those inside the 12 mile radius from the plant are susceptible to current partial radiation leakage.
See also the report from BBC:
Experts say a disaster on the scale of Chernobyl in the 1980s is highly unlikely because the reactors are built to a much higher standard and have much more rigorous safety measures.
- The Philippine Nuclear Research Institute (PNRI) issued a statement saying that radiation levels in the Philippine environment are all normal.
Here's the actual copy of their statement:
The DOST-PNRI routinely undertakes daily radioactivity monitoring in the environment. Based on DOST-PNRI monitoring, there has been no increase in the levels of radioactivity since the time of the Fukushima event.
A plume trajectory study from the Fukushima site by the World Meteorological Organization based in Melbourne, Australia showed that the plume from the site of the incident will not pass the Philippine territory as of March 14, 2011.
DOST advised the public not to believe this hoax.
Tweet from @govph, Official Twiiter Account of the Office of the President:
Tweet from @govph, Official Twiiter Account of the Office of the President:
