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Europe's Nuclear Power Struggles Amid Heatwave

Updated 2026-08-12 11:55 UTC 1 source Negative

Scorching heat and drought are causing significant strain on Europe’s nuclear power supplies. Countries like Romania may face reactor shutdowns, while France is reducing its generation to manage the situation.

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Scorching heat is straining Europe's nuclear power supplies — and prompting drastic measures

Heat and drought are curbing nuclear output across Europe, with Romania facing a possible reactor shutdown and France reducing generation.

2026-08-12 11:40 UTC