Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant on the verge of blackout, – Energoatom
Source: Energoatom nuclear energy company
Energoatom informed that the Zaporizhzhia NPP is again on the verge of blackout due to the disconnection of one of the two existing power lines after Russian shelling.
Currently, the only external line remains in operation. It connects the ZNPP with the unified energy system of Ukraine and provides power for the plant’s own needs.
The company explained that if this line fails, the largest nuclear power plant in Europe will experience another complete blackout, which is a serious violation of the conditions of safe operation.
‘The Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant should immediately come under the full control of Ukraine and its legal operator – Energoatom. Russia must withdraw its troops and military equipment from the station,’ the statement says.
Since the beginning of the Russian occupation, the Zaporizhzhya NPP has already experienced eight complete blackouts and one partial one – with the start of emergency diesel generators and safety systems. In case of their failure, there is a threat of a nuclear and radiation accident.
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