Romania Extends Reactor Output by Nine Days After Danube Blasts

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Or sign-in if you have an account.(Bloomberg) — Romania can keep the second nuclear reactor at its Cernavoda plant in operation for at least nine more days after explosive works on the Danube led to an increase in the flow of the river by 4cm (1.6 inches). 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Get the latest headlines, breaking news and columns.By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc.A welcome email is on its way. If you don't see it, please check your junk folder.The next issue of Top Stories will soon be in your inbox.We encountered an issue signing you up. Please try again“Based on the current forecast, this will allow us to keep Unit 2 operating for at least another nine days,” Miruta said. Romania introduced a state of alert in the energy sector throughout August as power production declines substantially because of the drought and record-low water levels in the Danube, which have also affected nuclear power output upstream in Hungary. Romania relies on a mix of power sources, including solar, wind and nuclear. The decline in atomic power output has prompted the government to ask companies and citizens to lower consumption, with the nation’s two largest car producers — Renault SA’s Dacia and Ford Otosan — halting production until late August. This advertisement has not loaded yet.Notice for the Postmedia NetworkThis website uses cookies to personalize your content (including ads), and allows us to analyze our traffic. Read more about cookies here. By continuing to use our site, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.