Is found in Cikande, what is CS-137 radiation? This is the explanation

Jakarta exposure to Cesium-137 radiation (CS-137) was found in the Cikande Industrial Estate, Serang, Banten. The government ensures that handling is performed quickly so as not to have an impact on the community or industrial activities. This finding is worrying because it is related to radioactive substances whose use is very closely regulated. The government by dealing with Radionuclide CS-137 Radionuclide Hazard hazards by the Task Force) moved to handle the matter. “The government through the task force has moved rapidly to deal with this matter through a scientific approach, in accordance with international standards and measurable by food security, shrimp industry, public health and maintaining world confidence in the quality of Indonesian fishing products,” said Tuesday (30/9/2025). Browse to continue with the content based on the results of investigations, CS-137 infection occurs only in Cikande, not in the national and export supply chain. Therefore, the government determines the status of special opportunities for radionuclide CS-137 only in the Cikande Special Industrial Estate. About CS-137 Cesium-137 or CS-137 radiation is a radioactive isotope on the part of the core boot reaction, as happened in a reactor or nuclear explosion. With the exposition of the National Research and Innovation Agency (Brin), CS-137 sends out beta and gamma radiation that is harmful to human health and the environment when exposed in large quantities. CS-137 is also easily soluble in water. If the environment pollutes, this isotope can be transported in the food chain and possibly enter the body of living things. With a half-life of about 30 years, CS-137 can last a long time in the area. Therefore, this substance is categorized as a dangerous waste that requires strict management. In the industrial world, CS-137 was used for certain purposes, such as measuring material density. However, its radioactive nature makes improper management a great risk. Exposure to CS-137 in high doses can cause damage to body tissue to increase the risk of cancer. Although even in small doses, long -term accumulation remains dangerous. (Wia/IMK)