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Jellyfish swarm cuts 3.2 gigawatts at Gravelines nuclear plant
France
First seen: Aug 20, 2026, 8:16 AM UTCUpdated: Aug 20, 2026, 8:16 AM UTC
WHAT HAPPENED
A jellyfish swarm caused a 3.2-gigawatt reduction at EDF's Gravelines nuclear plant. The headline does not specify the duration or broader effects.
SO WHAT?
The loss of substantial nuclear generating capacity could disrupt electricity supply and energy markets if prolonged.
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