[ RadSafe ] The chemical side of the Japanese earthquake/tsunami

[Brennan, Mike (DOH)]

Here is a fairly general article talking about the problems on the
chem./hazmat side.  Long and short of it: no possible way of knowing
what is in the mix of debris and sludge in any given area; testing to
the level required in normal circumstances is not practical; not enough
PPE and safety training, especially for volunteers.