Romania shuts down nuclear plant due to low level of drought-hit Danube
Romania on Thursday began a complete shutdown of its only nuclear plant after levels of water in the River Danube – used to cool the site – fell to a record low, the national nuclear energy company said.
Romania has shut down its only nuclear plant due to record low water levels in the River Danube, which is used for cooling. The national nuclear energy company confirmed the shutdown, citing the low water levels.
The drought affecting Europe has caused the Danube River to reach record lows, according to Toronto Sun and Le Monde English. The plant, located in Cernavoda, accounts for about 20% of Romania's electricity generation when fully operational, Associated Press reported.
The shutdown of the plant, which has two reactors, has forced Romania to import more electricity, Balkan Insight said. The country's Ministry of Energy estimates that the electricity supply will be covered by alternative sources and imports.
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