Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant remains without external power for seven days

Ukraine

First seen: Aug 29, 2026, 12:01 PM UTCUpdated: Aug 29, 2026, 7:32 PM UTC

WHAT HAPPENED

The Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant has reportedly been without external electricity for seven days and is relying on diesel generators, with fuel said to be available for another nine days.

SO WHAT?

Extended reliance on backup generators at Europe's largest nuclear plant increases the risk of a serious safety incident if power or fuel supplies fail.

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europapress.eses

El OIEA alerta de que la central de Zaporiyia tiene combustible diésel solo para diez días

Aug 29, 2026, 7:32 PM UTC

antena3.roro

Panică la Zaporojie. Cea mai mare centrală nucleară din Europa e fără curent de 7 zile. Generatoarele mai au motorină pentru 9 zile

Aug 29, 2026, 12:01 PM UTC