Russian strikes send nuclear power plant into emergency mode In a recent and alarming YouTube report, it was highlighted that Russia has conducted strikes leading Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant—the largest in Europe—into an emergency status. This incident marks the sixth time the facility has been forced to operate under emergency diesel generators due to complete loss of external power. The urgency in the video is palpable, as officials raise concerns about the dire implications for nuclear safety during ongoing military operations in the region. The narrative underscores the precariousness of the situation: "We are rolling a dice... and if we allow this to continue, our luck will run out." As the only operational power source, the diesel generators have been activated, with enough fuel to last about 15 days . In the early hours of the reported incident, Ukraine experienced extensive missile strikes leading to a complete power loss at the plant. The last connected line was damaged, calling into action all 20 emergency diesel generators to maintain critical operations. This scenario is particularly worrying as it poses a significant risk not only to the plant but also to surrounding regions if the situation escalates . Reactions from the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) reflect a growing concern regarding the repeated vulnerabilities faced by the plant. Calls for increased protection and immediate action have been reiterated, emphasizing that complacency should not be an option given the potential catastrophic consequences of a nuclear incident .
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