Romania to shut down nuclear plant as Danube hits record low

Nearly two-thirds of the Danube River has recorded its lowest flow rates for July on record, forcing Romania to shut down its nuclear power plant. The river’s water is used to cool the plant’s reactors, and without sufficient levels, safe operation is no longer possible. The shutdown marks an unprecedented step for the country, highlighting the severe impact of this summer’s drought on energy infrastructure. Officials are monitoring the situation closely, but no restart date has been announced.