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Hungary shuts only nuclear plant amid heatwave
The Hungarian government has announced the closure of the Paks nuclear plant following a record drop in the water levels of the Danube River, which has led to its shutdown for the first time in 44 years. The plant, which supplies about a third of Hungary's electricity and relies on river water to cool its reactors, typically produces around 2,000 megawatts. However, the reduced water levels have caused its output to fall to less than a quarter of its capacity, resulting in a temporary closure. The decline in water levels and its impact on the plant's operation are expected to continue for several weeks, increasing pressure on the country's energy supplies and posing a challenge to the economy, especially with temperatures forecasted to exceed 40 degrees Celsius.
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