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Hungary shuts down nuclear plant due to historically low Danube water levels

Hungary shuts down nuclear plant due to historically low Danube water levels

Hungarian Prime Minister Peter Magyar announced the temporary shutdown of the Paks nuclear power plant due to historically low water levels in the Danube River. The plant relies on the river for cooling, making this the first such suspension of operations in nearly fifty years.

Based on reporting by nu. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.

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