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France faces increased risk of nuclear power plant shutdowns due to prolonged heatwaves

French nuclear power plants could be forced to shut down during prolonged heatwaves and low water levels.

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Expert Romain Blachier warns of the need to revise current hydrological models.

EDF and authorities must adapt infrastructure to prevent power shortages.

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Une canicule prolongée pourrait entraîner des arrêts forcés de réacteurs nucléaires, menaçant l'approvisionnement électrique en France, surtout en période de forte demande estivale.

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