Zaporizhzhia Npp News

nuclear-energy2 years ago•1 min saved

Ukrainian Staff Defy Russian Order, Refuse to Shutdown Zaporizhzhia NPP Power Unit

Ukrainian staff at the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant (ZNPP) have refused to comply with a Russian order to switch the power unit into a hot shutdown mode, which goes against nuclear and radiation safety regulations. The Ukrainian specialists have distanced themselves from the switch and are facing pressure from the Russians, who are also targeting their families. The hot shutdown mode poses risks to nuclear and radiation safety and contradicts license requirements and IAEA standards.

via Yahoo News|

#hot-shutdown-mode #nuclear-energy #nuclear-safety

nuclear-energy2 years ago•1 min saved

Ukrainian Staff Defy Russian Order, Refuse to Shutdown Zaporizhzhia NPP Power Unit

Ukrainian staff at the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant (ZNPP) have refused to comply with a Russian order to switch the power unit into a hot shutdown mode, which goes against nuclear and radiation safety regulations. The Ukrainian specialists have distanced themselves from the switch and are facing pressure from the Russians, who are also targeting their families. The hot shutdown mode poses risks to nuclear and radiation safety and contradicts license requirements and IAEA standards.

via Yahoo! Voices|

#hot-shutdown-mode #nuclear-energy #nuclear-safety

international-relations2 years ago•4 min saved

Zelensky: Russia is the sole threat to ZNPP's safety

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky warns that the only source of danger to the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant (ZNPP) is Russia itself, emphasizing the need for global attention to the actions of the occupiers at the plant. Zelensky states that the world is ready to respond to any scenarios terrorists may be preparing, as radiation poses a threat to everyone. He also mentions a recent missile attack on the Kharkiv region and vows to hold the enemy accountable for their strikes. Zelensky expresses gratitude to international partners for their support in strengthening defense capabilities and ensuring security in Europe.

via Ukrinform|

#global-security #international-relations #russia

security2 years ago•1 min saved

Russia Approves Plan to Blow Up Nuclear Power Plant, Ukraine's Intel Chief Warns of Severe Situation

Ukraine's intelligence chief has warned that Russia has approved a plan for a terrorist attack on the Zaporizhzhia NPP, with explosives placed near four of the six power units. The attack could be triggered by the defeat of Russian occupation forces on the left bank of the Dnipro River, or as a "preventive measure" to stop a major push in Ukraine's summer offensive. President Zelensky has informed international partners of the situation and called for concrete steps to prevent any radiation incidents.

via Kyiv Post|

#nuclear-disaster #russia #security

safety2 years ago•1 min saved

Ukraine's Interior Minister Warns of Radiation Checkpoints and Deteriorating Dnipro River.

Ukraine's Ministry of Internal Affairs will conduct training exercises with road closures and deployment of sanitary checkpoints to check radiation in preparation for a possible accident at the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant. The Ministry assures residents that all Ukrainian services and local authorities are ready for any emergency, including those related to a possible radiation leak. The Ministry has set up relevant headquarters with power engineers, State Emergency Service employees, police, and doctors in attendance to develop and communicate the rules of behavior in the event of an emergency. Those who want to leave will be provided with transportation.

via Ukrinform|

#emergency-response #radiation #safety