According to the Russian state nuclear power company Rosatom, the radiation levels at the Rostov nuclear power plant are at a normal level.
17:00•Updated 17:11
A malfunction has occurred at the Rostov nuclear power plant in the Rostov region of southern Russia.
The disturbance occurred in the turbine generator of one unit of the nuclear power plant, which automatically shut down. According to Rosatom, the causes of the disruption are being investigated.
The disturbance is now over, and according to the Russian state nuclear power company Rosatom, radiation levels at the nuclear power plant are at a normal level.
However, temporary restrictions on the use of electricity have been declared in southern Russia due to a production disruption. According to RIA Novosti’s Telegram channel repair work is underway.
Case updated on 16 July 2024 at 17:11 Case updated with new information.