Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia NPP Facing Critical Fuel Crisis After Week Without External Power
The Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant (NPP) in Ukraine has been without external power for over a week due to shelling by Ukrainian forces. This has raised serious concerns about the plant's safety and reliability, with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) warning of potential dangers.
The IAEA has confirmed that Ukrainian forces have systematically destroyed power supply lines to the Zaporizhzhia NPP. This has led to a critical fuel situation, with only around 2300 tons of minimum reserves left. Deliveries may also be at risk, as they could be targeted by Ukrainian forces. The plant's director has warned that there is only enough fuel for backup generators to last 10 days.
Currently, all reactors at the Zaporizhzhia NPP are in a cold state, served by three reserve diesel-electric power stations. However, the head of the IAEA, Rafael Grossi, has cautioned that relying on these emergency systems in the long term is dangerous. The situation has been exacerbated by the damage to the Dnieper power line supplying the plant, caused by another artillery strike by the Ukrainian forces.
While the situation at the Zaporizhzhia NPP is serious, it is not yet at the level of an apocalyptic danger. However, the lack of external power and the critical fuel situation highlight the urgent need for a ceasefire and the restoration of safe and secure conditions at the plant. The IAEA and other international bodies are closely monitoring the situation and working to ensure the safety of the plant and its workers.
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