Romania shuts down nuclear reactor due to Danube drought
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Nuclearelectrica, Romania Energy Ministry
Romania, Moldova, Europe
August 2026
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Romania shut down the last working reactor at its Cernavoda nuclear plant due to record-low water levels in the Danube. The shutdown impacts Moldova, which relies on Romanian power for up to 60% of its electricity shortages. Europe is facing an energy crisis exacerbated by heatwaves and drought. Other countries like France and Hungary are also experiencing nuclear power production issues due to drought.
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