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Emergency measures to maintain operation of Paks nuclear power plant amid low Danube water levels

started August 16, 2026 at 9:00 PM · last changed 11d ago

Summary

Hungary's PM reports emergency efforts to keep two turbines running at the Paks nuclear plant, with critical days expected Tuesday and Wednesday as the Danube falls another 14-15 cm; measures include submerging barges, opening a lock, and building a weir to raise water levels.

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U Pakšu su u toku vanredni napori kako bi se održao rad dve preostale turbine nuklearne elektrane, napisao je danas na mreži Iks mađarski premijer

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Severity45

Total — band napeto (40–69)

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