`` It was possible to diversify safety systems by referencing severe accident measures taken in other countries . '' TEPCO says `` severe accident measures '' were taken in 2002 , but nothing further was done . The Japanese government has been reluctant to release information about the causes of the disaster because it is feared that releasing such details could lead to a public outcry and prompt an international investigation. TEPCO adds that the measures could also `` add momentum to anti-nuclear movements ''
TEPCO says `` severe accident measures '' were taken in 2002 , but nothing further was done . The Japanese government has been reluctant to release information about the causes of the disaster because it is feared that releasing such details could lead to a public outcry and prompt an international investigation. TEPCO adds that the measures could also `` add momentum to anti-nuclear movements ''