Energy crisis: Paks Nuclear Power Plant may soon shut down completely
On Sunday, heat will continue to intensify in Hungary, with temperatures reaching 40 degrees Celsius in some areas. The water level in the Danube in Paks has dropped by more than 133 centimeters, causing the 4th block’s turbine generator to be shut down. Currently, only the 2nd block is operating, with 50 percent capacity. The country is on the verge of a complete shutdown of the Paks plant, while electricity demand and water shortages are likely to continue to increase in the coming days. The article is continuously updated with the latest developments in the heat crisis and energy supply.
Sunday will see continued heat in Hungary, with temperatures potentially reaching 40 degrees Celsius in many areas. The Danube has receded 133 centimeters below its normal level near Paks, and the 4th block’s turbine generator at the power plant has been shut down, leaving only the 2nd block operating at 50 percent capacity. This puts the country on the verge of a complete shutdown of the Paks power plant, while demand for electricity is expected to increase further and water shortages may worsen in the coming days. Our article will be continuously updated with the latest developments in the heat crisis and the energy supply situation.
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