Centrala de la Cernavodă, oprită complet din cauza nivelului scăzut al Dunării

Nuclearelectrica announced the controlled shutdown of Unit 2 at the Cernavodă nuclear power plant due to extremely low Danube water levels, following the shutdown of Unit 1. The shutdown is a preventive measure to ensure nuclear safety amid severe drought conditions. The Ministry of Energy assured that electricity supply for consumers will not be affected. The Danube's flow is currently three times lower than the historical average for July, prompting restrictions on water usage for irrigation in certain areas. The situation is reminiscent of past droughts, with ongoing monitoring and collaboration with relevant institutions.