from America Outloud:
Arecent report from the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) has confirmed that a small amount of radioactive material went missing during transit in New Jersey. The material, a Ge-68 pin source used in medical imaging, was shipped from the Nazha Cancer Center in Newfield on December 2, 2024, but arrived at its destination damaged and empty.
The Ge-68 pin source, which contained approximately 0.267 millicuries (mCi) of the isotope, was being sent for disposal when the shipping container was found compromised. The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) was notified the following day, and the incident was formally reported to the NRC on December 5, 2024.
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ABC News reported: A theory that “missing” radioactive material in New Jersey could be linked to the string of mysterious “drone” sightings in the state has been disproven, according to the Department of Energy and related officials.
The link between the alleged drone sightings and radioactive material stemmed from the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission issuing an alert on Dec. 5 that stated a piece of medical equipment used for cancer scans had been “lost in transit” three days prior.
The mayor of Belleville, New Jersey, Michael Melham further stoked these theories during an appearance on Fox TV’s “Good Day New York” on Tuesday, saying, of the drone sightings, “What might they be looking for? Maybe that’s radioactive material.”
The NJDEP has classified the event as “Less than Category 3,” meaning it is considered unlikely to cause significant harm to individuals. However, the incident is still reportable under NRC regulations, which require immediate notification of lost or stolen radioactive materials.
Authorities are currently investigating the incident to determine how the material went missing and to ensure public safety. The NJDEP has stated that the licensee, Nazha Cancer Center, has filed a claim with the shipping company to locate the missing material.
Suppose the radioactive source is not recovered within 30 days. In that case, the center will be required to submit a full written report detailing the root causes and any corrective actions to prevent future incidents.
While the amount of radioactive material lost is small and unlikely to cause harm, the incident highlights the importance of stringent safety measures and regulatory oversight in the handling and transporting of radioactive materials. The ongoing investigation will provide further insights into the incident and help prevent similar occurrences in the future.
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