Low Danube water levels force Hungary to shut down its nuclear plant while Romania diverts cooling water to its plant.
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Updated Sep 9
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Low Danube water levels force Hungary to shut down its nuclear plant while Romania diverts cooling water to its plant.
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What this event is mainly aboutHow it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.Hot weather forces nuclear shutdowns in Romania and Hungary.1 source
- A nuclear power plant in Romania has been forced to close due to low levels in the Danube River.Sub-event
Low Danube levels force Hungary's nuclear plant shutdown and prompt Romania to divert cooling water.1 source
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