This is not a particularly informative video but worth watching. Dr. Kaku emphasizes the high radiation levels being detected at the plant.
However, he states these levels are a residue of the original explosions. This interpretation contrasts with the statements made by Mr. Gunderson and Dr. Busby that fission is still occurring at the plant.
Here is a paraphrased summary of Dr. Kaku's comments
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8lDUkKODR4I&feature=player_embeddedDr Kaku reports cleanup is going to be complicated by radiation levels in areas (ventilation equipment) that can kill people in seconds
The robots there are “pathetic”; meaning humans must do the clean up.
30 years estimated for clean-up, but perhaps 50 years is a better estimate
Regarding nuclear plants in the US “there is no place to put the nuclear waste”
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