Radiation protection: Insufficient population prepared for nuclear dangers!
Radiation protection: Insufficient population prepared for nuclear dangers!
In view of the geopolitical tensions and the continuing concerns about nuclear security risks, the Federal Office for Radiation Protection (BFS), led by Inge Paulini, is increasingly disaster protection exercises for the population. Paulini explained that only about 22 percent of people in Germany know what to do in the event of a nuclear. This alarming knowledge comes from a new BFS study, which also shows that 63 percent of the respondents are very afraid of a possible accident with radioactive stress, such as Tagesspiegel reported. In view of the Ukraine War, in which nuclear threats and military conflicts about nuclear power plants increase, the population reacts with worrying ignorance.The BFS therefore plans to intensify the informative exchange with the population and find solutions in order to spread knowledge about self -protection measures. Paulini emphasizes the importance that citizens are not only educated in exercises, but also in digital formats. "Where knowledge is missing, we have to close the gaps," said Christian Kühn, State Secretary in the Ministry of the Environment, and noted that 75 percent of Germany responded to look unprepared for a nuclear accident. This study shows that the educational work must be significantly improved in order to strengthen the trust of the population. In addition, iodine tablets that are distributed in an emergency are a central topic, since many people are unsure, when and how they should apply it, Madeinbocholt .
The urgency of this information is underlined by the increased number of inquiries to the BFS. "Since the beginning of the Ukraine War, we have had a noticeable increase in concern and questions," said Paulini, pointing out that transparent crisis communication between the authorities and the population is essential. "It is about information and then acting first," she added, adding the responsibility of her authority Ernst to provide the necessary information. The BFS will continue to work on monitoring the situation in real time to reliably inform the public.
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