In the News: Dangerous Radioactive Material Lost in Malaysia, Sparking Nuclear Security Concerns

An iridium radiography device has been lost in transit, it is unclear if the material was stolen or fell out of the truck. The missing material has sparked security concerns regarding a potential dirty bomb or accidental exposure to the radiation. While iridium has a shorter half-life, it still presents a significant risk. “It cannot fall into the wrong hands as the consequences can be deadly,” a source at Malaysia’s Atomic Energy Licensing Board (AELB) told The Independent.