A large explosion has occurred at the Unit 3 reactor at Japan’s Fukushima nuclear power plant. The explosion included a large orange flash, which indicates that it was likely the result of a hydrogen detonation. This explosion follows the partial destruction of the Unit 1 containment building in a previous hydrogen explosion. — Derek Lazzaro

Strong Journalism, Rooted in Truth

Truthdig remains committed to deep reporting that challenges power and brings hidden stories to the surface.

Support independent journalism.

SUPPORT TRUTHDIG